Southbridge Care Homes Looking for Registered Dietician-Part time at South Woodslee, Ontario, Canada Full Time

Part Time – Start Date January 2024

Location: Woodslee, Ont

“The kitchen is the heart of every home!”

Ask yourself three questions:

• Are you looking for a role with tons of opportunities for career advancements?
• Are you ready to be part of a team that will truly value your hard work, dedication, and effort?
• Are you passionate about providing compassionate and quality care to residents in long-term care?

If the answer is yes, we would love to know more about you!

Southbridge Cornwall is looking for a qualified Registered Dietician to become part of a dynamic food and Nutrition Department team that ensures our Residents are provided with nutritious and delicious meals, that are prepared and served with love. If you are ready to be part of a great team that is passionate about their work and improving the lives of our Residents, this is the role for you!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• As a member of the Clinical Team, the Dietitian consults with and advises the Food Service Manager and Director of Care concerning nutrition and hydration program needs. The Dietitian is responsible for nutritional assessment, nutritional care planning, implementation, and follow-up for residents.
• Completes nutritional assessments for each resident using RAI MDS 2.0 as required,
• Determines an individualized resident’s diet and other nutritional interventions to meet his or her needs by involving the resident, family members and care team
• Develops, implements and evaluates nutritional care plans that includes identification of nutritional concerns, goals and interventions for all residents
• Maintains excellent communication with the Food Service Manager regarding the changing needs of the residents
• Reviews the two seasonal menus for nutritional adequacy and provides approval in writing
• Educates residents, family members, and team members regarding nutrition and hydration recommendations
• Acts as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team, acts as a representative for Southbridge, through participation in regional and professional activities as appropriate
• Participates on interdisciplinary committees related to resident care, facility operation and Quality indicators as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registered Dietitian, eligible for membership with the College of Dietitians of Ontario
• Extensive knowledge of geriatric nutrition
• 3-5 years experience in long-term care setting preferred
• Proficiency with computer applications, Microsoft Office, and the internet. Experience with RAI MDS 2.0 desirable, familiarity with software PointClickCare an asset
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills
• Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety practices, principles, and legislation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential
• Customer-focused attitude, with demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective team relationships with staff and residents

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team! Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted.

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