DIETITIAN

Southbridge Healthcare LP•Lucknow, ON

25d•Hybrid

About The Position

Southbridge, the owner and operator of several long-term care homes and retirement communities in Eastern and Southwestern Ontario, is seeking a Registered Dietitian to join its dynamic Food and Nutrition Department team. The role focuses on ensuring Residents are provided with nutritious and delicious meals, prepared and served with care. This position is for someone passionate about their work and dedicated to improving the lives of Residents.

Requirements

Registered Dietitian, eligible for membership with the College of Dietitians of Ontario
Extensive knowledge of geriatric nutrition.
Proficiency with computer applications, Microsoft Office, and the internet.
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.

Nice To Haves

3-5 years’ experience in long-term care setting preferred.
Experience with RAI MDS 2.0 desirable
familiarity with software PointClickCare an asset.

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.