If you’re passionate about being a part of a team that is committed to the Team Member Experience and driven by innovation and growth, then join us! The Registered Dietitian is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents and ignites the warmth of human connection.
Responsibilities
- Planning, organizing, directing and evaluating residents’ nutritional care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Providing nutritional care including assessments, reassessments and developing appropriate nutrition interventions in consultation with the interdisciplinary team.
- Developing therapeutic menus for special diets not included in the therapeutic menu extensions.
- Identifying risks related to nutrition care, dietary services and hydration.
- Implementing interventions to mitigate and manage nutrition and hydration risks.
- Providing nutrition / dietary counseling or education for residents and / or their caregivers, family members or substitute decision makers to support optimum resident nutrition care.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Must Haves
Degree from an accredited Food and Nutrition university program.Member of the College of Dietitians of Ontario or British Columbia.Minimum 2 years’ experience in a long‑term care setting.Demonstrated knowledge of Ministry of Health and Long‑Term Care dietary and nutrition regulations.Demonstrated knowledge of appropriate interventions in nutritional care for long‑term care setting needs including, but not limited to, dementia, dysphagia, tube feeding, weight management, wound treatment, diabetes, renal disease, food allergies and intolerances.All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check (applicable to Ontario applicants).All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Records Check (applicable to British Columbia applicants).Eligibility & Screening
Successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check, where applicable.Successful completion of a Criminal Records Check, where applicable.About Sienna Senior Living
Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, accommodations will be provided for applicants throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.
Wage
$60-$65 hourly
Job Type & Seniority Level
Employment type : Part‑time
Seniority level : Entry level
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