Registered Dietitian - Part Time - LTC - Michener Hill NH

Extendicare; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Extendicare is seeking a dedicated Registered Dietitian in Red Deer, Alberta, responsible for advising on nutrition and hydration programs for residents. This role involves conducting nutritional assessments, developing care plans, and educating staff and families on dietary needs. Join a team committed to enhancing residents' lives through quality care.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian eligible for membership with the College of Dietitians of Alberta.
• Experience in long-term care setting preferred.
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Consults on nutrition and hydration program needs.
• Develops and evaluates nutritional care plans for residents.
• Educates residents and family members on nutrition recommendations.

Skills

Geriatric Nutrition

Communication

Organizational Skills

Customer-focused

Team Collaboration

Education

Registered Dietitian

Tools

Microsoft Office

RAI MDS 2.0

PointClickCare

Job description

As a member of the Clinical Team the Dietitian consults with and advises the Leadership Team concerning nutrition and hydration program needs. The Dietitian is responsible for nutritional assessment nutritional care planning and implementation and followup for residents.

Completes nutritional assessments for each resident using RAI MDS 2.0 as required

Determines an individualized residents 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 Services Supervisor 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 Extendicare 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 Dietitiansof Alberta.

Extensive knowledge of geriatric nutrition

35 years experience in longterm 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 multitasking skills

Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety practices principles and legislation.

Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential

Customerfocused attitude with demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective team relationships with staff and residents

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare youre joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

If you have a passion for caring turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.

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Employment Type : Part-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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Registered Dietitian • Red Deer, Alberta, Canada