Registered Dietitian
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
REGISTERED DIETICIAN
Candidates are invited to apply for the part time Registered Dietitian to work at Lakeside LTC in Toronto.
The Dietitian provides nutritional care services for residents within legislative and budgetary parameters.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a member of the interdisciplinary Team the Dietitian consults with and advises the Dietary 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 residents 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 Dietary 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 Extendicare through participation in regional and professional activities as appropriate
- Participates on interdisciplinary committees related to resident care facility operation and Quality indicators as required
QUALIFICATIONS
- Registered Dietitian eligible for membership with the College of Dietitians of Ontario
- Extensive knowledge of geriatric nutrition preferred
- 3-5 years experience in long-term care setting preferred
- Proficiency with computer applications Microsoft Office and internet. Experience with RAI MDS 2.0 desirable familiarity with software PointClickCare an asset
- Excellent organizational time management and multi-tasking skills
- 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
Time Type:
Part time
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- EMR Systems
- Motivational Interviewing
- Food Service
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- Computer Skills
- MDS
- Dietary Department Experience
- Dialysis Experience
- Food Production Experience
- Tube Feeding
About Company
For nearly 50 years, Extendicare’s qualified and experienced staff has been helping people live better through a commitment to quality care and service that includes skilled nursing care, home health care, retirement living, and management and consulting services. We are proud to be ... View more
