(TDMH) Registered Dietitian

Rural Roads Health Services; Tillsonburg; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Rural Roads Health Services (RRHS) is actively seeking applicants for a Registered Nurse position in the Emergency Department at Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital. This temporary contract is expected to last until June 2028, with shifts including weekends and nights as required.

The role requires collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care in a fast-paced ED setting, with compensation per OPSEU guidelines and variable shift coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Nutrition (or equivalent), with recognized internship from accredited facility.
• Registered member of the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
• Eligible for membership with Dietitians of Canada.
• Certified Diabetes Educator designation an asset.
• Previous clinical experience preferred.
• Demonstrated problem solving, organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess the nutritional status of inpatients; develop and implement nutrition care plans; evaluate effectiveness of interventions.
• Counsel and educate patients using information from patient, family, and interdisciplinary team.
• Conduct bedside swallowing screens as required.
• Collaborate in providing enteral and parenteral nutrition (TPN) for inpatients.
• Serve as a resource to Food Services and support meal modification guidelines.
• Develop, revise and implement nutrition and health education programs in hospital and community.
• Mentor and educate dietetic interns from university programs.
• Refer inpatients to outpatient programs as needed (e.g., Diabetes Education Program).

Skills

Strong communication

Independent work

Inter-professional teamwork

Time management

Education

BSc Nutrition (or equivalent)

Job description

Rural Roads Health Services (RRHS) is actively seeking applicants for a Registered Nurse position for the Emergency Department.

The primary location for this position is: Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital

The duration of this temporary contract would be approximately until June 2028, or sooner as determined by RRHS

Position Summary:

The Registered Dietitian will be responsible for the assessment of nutritional status and the development, implementation and evaluation of care plans to meet the needs of inpatients in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess the nutritional status of inpatients; develop and implement nutrition care plans; evaluate the effectiveness of nutrition interventions through patient observation, review of relevant lab work, and discussion with the patient or interdisciplinary team; adjust care plans as required.
• Counsel and educate patients, utilizing clinical information obtained from patient, family members, interdisciplinary team, and patient chart
• Conduct bedside swallowing screens as required.
• Collaborate in the provision of enteral and parenteral nutrition (TPN) for inpatients.
• Act as a resource to the Food Services department and support departmental guidelines for food selection and menu modification
• Develop, revise and implement nutrition and health education programs and activities (i.e. Nutrition Month, Diabetes Month) in the hospital and within the community.
• Act as a mentor and educator for dietetic interns from various university programs.
• Refer inpatients to appropriate outpatient programs as needed (e.g. Diabetes Education Program)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Nutrition (or equivalent), with recognized internship from accredited facility.
• Registered member of the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
• Eligible for membership with Dietitians of Canada.
• Previous clinical experience preferred.Certified Diabetes Educator designation an asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of patients and stakeholders.
• High level of initiative and adaptability to rapidly changing demands.
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively within an inter-professional health care team.
• Demonstrated problem solving, organizational and time management skills

Other pertinent conditions:

• Salary per the OPSEU Collective Agreement ($43.90 per hour to $56.11 per hour)

Must be available to work all shifts as required, which may include; weekends, statutory holidays, days, evenings and night shifts. Hours are subject to change based on operation needs of the hospital.

We thank all applicants, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Rural Roads Health Services (RRHS) is an equal opportunity employer and we value the importance of diversity and dignity in the workplace. We are committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted by RRHS regarding a job opportunity, please advise prior to the interview if you require accommodation and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.