Registered Dietitian (RD) - Part Time (PT) - Heritage Lodge

Extendicare; Winnipeg; Sur place; CAD 60 000 - 85 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Continuous mentorship and growth

Advancement opportunities

Employee Family Assistance Program

Robust benefits package

Résumé du poste

Extendicare is seeking a Registered Dietitian to assess and manage nutrition and hydration care for residents in our Manitoba long-term care setting. You will develop individualized care plans, monitor high‑risk residents, counsel families, and participate in interdisciplinary teams to ensure regulatory compliance and high-quality nutrition services.

You will review and approve seasonal and therapeutic menus, coordinate nutrition education for staff, and collaborate with the Nutrition Manager to

Qualifications

• University degree in Food and Nutrition from an approved university.
• Current registration in the applicable province's College of Dietitians.
• Membership in Dietitians of Canada and the Gerontology Network is expected.

Responsabilités

• Assess nutrition status for residents on admission, annually, and when status changes.
• Develop and modify nutrition plans of care for residents.
• Provide nutrition counseling/education to residents and caregivers.
• Monitor high/medium risk residents and coordinate with Nutrition Manager.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and committees.
• Review and approve home menus and therapeutic diets.
• Oversee Enteral Nutrition and Restorative Feeding programs.
• Collaborate with the Nutrition Manager and Administration on resident nutrition care.

Connaissances

Written and oral communication

Critical thinking

Care coordination

Time management

Customer focus

MS Office proficiency

Synergy

Point Click Care / POC / eMAR

Formation

University degree in Food and Nutrition

Registration with provincial Dietitians College

Outils

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)

Synergy

Point Click Care / POC / eMAR

Description du poste

Job DescriptionThe Registered Dietitian (RD) is responsible for providing resident nutrition/hydration care and documenting nutrition/hydration care in compliance with regulatory standards and Extendicare's policies and procedures.Key Responsibilities:To assess nutrition status for all residents on admission, annually and whenever there is a significant change in status;To determine each resident's level of nutrition and hydration risk in order to prescribe/recommend needed interventions and follow-up care;To develop a nutrition plan of care for each newly admitted resident;To evaluate and modify, as needed, the nutrition plan of care for residents being followed by the RD, on an ongoing basis;To document resident nutrition care for residents followed by the RD;To provide nutrition/dietary counseling/education for residents and/or their caregivers, family members or substitute decision makers for the purpose of supporting optimum resident nutrition care;To monitor residents at high nutrition risk and those at moderate nutrition risk who are considered by the RD to require ongoing RD monitoring, and to ensure that all other residents (those at low risk and those at moderate risk who are considered stable by the RD), and delegated to the Nutrition Manager are monitored;To participate as a member of the interdisciplinary resident care team at resident care conferences, as scheduling allows;To participate on other appropriate interdisciplinary committees such as the Pharmacy & Therapeutics, Resident Care/Professional Advisory and Ethics;To participate as a key member of the home's Care Teams, such as Skin/Wound Care, Bowel Management and Dysphagia Management teams;To coordinate continuous quality improvement of the home's nutrition and hydration care and food services and dining in collaboration with the NM;To provide nutrition/dietary in-service education for Dietary and Nursing staff and other interdisciplinary team members as required;To review and approve the home's seasonal menus, including those for therapeutic and texture modified diets and snack menus;To approve the home's menus;To oversee the Restorative Feeding, Dining Program and the Enteral Nutrition Program;To collaborate with the Nutrition Manager and advise Administration on Resident nutrition care, considering resident's language, religious, culture and nutrient needs; •To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents).QualificationsUniversity degree in area of Food and Nutrition from an approved university1-2 years of experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an assetCurrent registration in the applicable province's regulatory College of DietitiansMembership in Dietitians of Canada and the Gerontology NetworkMust be knowledgeable of Provincial Food Premises Regulation, CCHSA AccreditationCanada, Provincial/Health Authority regulatory requirements, and Residents' Bill of RightsMust possess strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management and customer focus skillsMust have proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office applications and Synergy(Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access), Point Click Care/POC/eMARLiability InsuranceWSIB Clearance CertificateCurrent (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS)TB Screening CompleteWhat Extendicare has to offer:At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunitiesOpportunities for advancement and career growth within the organizationA rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.Employee Family Assistance Program.Robust benefits package.Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of long-term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over 11 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 150,000 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs nearly 30,000 qualified, highly trained and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.Time Type:Part timeAt Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail] acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.