Clinical Dietician - Permanent - Part Time - Days - Shoreham Village

at  Northwoodcare Inc

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION:

• Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition from an accredited university
• Completion of a Dietitian of Canada recognized Internship Program
• Licensure by the Nova Scotia College of Dietitians & Nutritionistsand Dietitians of Canada
• Minimum two years of experience in geriatric nutrition
• Previous experience in dysphagia management and assessment considered an asset
• Previous experience in mentoring and educating considered an asset
• Computer proficiency required including the use of Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of various medical conditions considered an asset
• Knowledge of dementia considered an asset
• Knowledge of infection control practice requirements
• WHIMIS Certification
• Food Safety Certification
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• A valid Nova Scotia driver’s license and access to a reliable motor vehicle is required

• Develops a nutritional therapy plan
• Provides resident care planning
• Participates in meetings and committees
• Completes administrative duties
• Mentors students and provides staff education
• Conducts comprehensive nutritional assessments for every Shoreham resident and develops a nutrition care plan
• Provides interpretation of the nutrition care plan to resident, other members of the health care team and family
• Develops and maintains communication links with multiple internal and external clients
• Advises patients and their families on nutritional principles, dietary plans and diet modifications, and food selection and preparation
• Consults with nursing staff and members of the interdisciplinary team to establish interventions for the individual nutrition care plans developed / prescribed by the Clinical Dietitian
• Reviews and is required to approve House Menu to include regular and therapeutic menus, texture modification and snacks
• Attends Resident/Family Care Conferences and interdisciplinary meetings
• Ensures regular monitoring of resident care plans and offers an opportunity for the resident and substitute decision maker to contribute and confirm the nutrition interventions
• Initiates a resident focused nutrition care plan for all residents, comprised of assessment, implementation, evaluation and ongoing monitoring which incorporates evidence based research
• Ensures nutrition care programs comply with established legislated standards and guidelines for Long Term Care
• Facilitates clinical care which impacts on infection rates, wound care, bowel care, medication use and quality of life
• Mentors Dietetic Interns and other students
• Provides staff education within Departmental Resources
• Performs other related duties as required