Registered Dietitian

Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate honest professional and safe consider an exciting and rewarding career atShannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

We are searching for a Registered Dietitian to join our Vimy Court team based in Truro Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communitiesgreat placesto live work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sectorShannexoffers opportunities for growthdevelopmentand advancement. And at the end of every day you will knowyouvemade a measured difference in the lives of our include:

• Comprehensive health vision and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program (eligibleimmediatelyupon hire)
• Life travel and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (beginsimmediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands ofperksvendors and discounts through ourWorkPerksprogram including excellent discounts for apparel restaurants technology fitness travel and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training throughShannexsCentre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
  Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Assistsin the development of menusin accordance withtherapeutic nutrition guidelines
• Assesses residents nutritional status on admission and at least semi-annually; reviews monthly weights and follows up asrequired
• Addresses clients individual dietary concerns
• Establishes andmaintainspersonal nutritional needs of each client
• Completes texture modification assessments on referral
• Oversees and plans special nutrition needs for special dietsallergiesand disease conditions
• Presents staff and client education sessions on nutrition and other related topics based on indicators andidentifiedneeds
• Communicates client nutrition care plans to clients/family/staff as appropriate
• Collects and entersappropriate datainto database
• Documents clinical nutrition indicators monthly
• Administers the operating budget for dietary services overseeing the preparation of purchase ordersverificationand approval of invoices for payment
• Additionalduties as assigned/required

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvementcollaborationand accountability you bring:

• Bachelor of Science in Nutrition
• Membership with professional association
• Excellent communication computer and organizational skills
• Experience in a long-term care setting is considered an asset
• Current First Aid & CPR and valid Food Handlers Certificate isrequired
• Successful candidates willbe requiredto obtain a clear Criminal Record Check and where applicable a Vulnerable Sector Check prior to appointment.
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodationsservicesand care

Apply today to join the Shannex team of Great People!

Great People is a core value at Shannex grounded in the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of our organization. We are committed to equity diversity inclusion and belonging and to fostering a culture that celebrates individuality and ensures every person is treated with fairness and respect. Here every team member belongs. With locations across Nova Scotia New Brunswick and Ontario our team members help build communities that support connection wellbeing and longevity.

Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences Parkland at Home Faubourg du Mascaret and Shannex Enhanced addition Shannex provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information visit .

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1