Registered Dietitian
- Bible Hill, NS, Canada
Part-time
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If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.
We are searching for a Registered Dietitian to join our Vimy Court team based in Bible Hill, Nova Scotia.
Meaningful Benefits
You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:
In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:
We are searching for a Registered Dietitian to join our Vimy Court team based in Bible Hill, Nova Scotia.
Meaningful Benefits
You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program (eligible immediately upon hire)
- Life, travel, and other insurances
- Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
- RRSP program (5% employer matching)
- Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
- Free onsite parking
- Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
- Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
- Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
- Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety
- Assists in the development of menus in accordance with therapeutic nutrition guidelines
- Assesses residents’ nutritional status on admission and at least semi-annually; reviews monthly weights and follows up as required
- Addresses clients’ individual dietary concerns
- Establishes and maintains personal nutritional needs of each client
- Completes texture modification assessments on referral
- Oversees and plans special nutrition needs for special diets, allergies and disease conditions
- Presents staff and client education sessions on nutrition and other related topics based on indicators and identified needs
- Communicates client nutrition care plans to clients/family/staff as appropriate
- Collects and enters appropriate data into database
- Documents clinical nutrition indicators monthly
- Administers the operating budget for dietary services, overseeing the preparation of purchase orders, verification and approval of invoices for payment
In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:
- Bachelor of Science in Nutrition
- Membership with professional association
- Excellent communication, computer, and organizational skills
- Experience in a long-term care setting is considered an asset
- Current First Aid & CPR and valid Food Handlers’ Certificate is required
- Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment.
- A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care
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Responsibilities
Develop menus that meet therapeutic nutrition guidelines and assess residents’ nutritional status, dietary concerns, and special nutrition needs. Communicate and document nutrition care plans, provide education, and administer the dietary services operating budget.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and membership in a professional association, along with strong communication, computer, and organizational skills. Current First Aid and CPR and a valid Food Handlers’ Certificate are required; long-term care experience is an asset, and a clear criminal record check is required before appointment.
Skills
- Nutrition Assessment
- Therapeutic Nutrition
- Menu Development
- Dietary Planning
- Texture Modification Assessments
- Nutrition Care Planning
- Resident Education
- Staff Education
- Clinical Documentation
- Budget Administration
- Purchase Order Management
- Invoice Verification
- Communication
- Computer Skills
- Organization
- Collaboration
Benefits
- Health Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Dental Benefits
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Life Insurance
- Travel Insurance
- Virtual Healthcare
- RRSP with Employer Matching
- Paid Vacation
- Free Onsite Parking
- Employee Discounts
- Continuing Education and Training
- Recognition and Rewards
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Science & Research
- Food & Beverage
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Registered Dietitian
- Nutrition
- Therapeutic Nutrition
- Menu Development
- Nutritional Assessment
- Long-Term Care
- Dietary Services
- Special Diets
- Food Allergies
- Disease Conditions
- Texture Modification
- Nutrition Care Plans
- Clinical Nutrition Indicators
- Resident Education
- Staff Education
- Budget Administration
- Purchase Orders
- Invoice Verification
- Bachelor of Science in Nutrition
- Professional Association Membership
- First Aid
- CPR
- Food Handlers’ Certificate
- Criminal Record Check
- Vulnerable Sector Check