Dietitian Role

Position: Dietitian Role at Extendicare
Location: Lakefield

Join Extendicare as a Dietitian, responsible for vital nutrition care and assessments. Collaborate with care teams to enhance the dietary well-being of residents in need.

In this part-time position, you will assess and address the nutrition and hydration needs of residents, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Your role encompasses developing individualized nutrition plans, collaborating with other healthcare professionals, and providing essential dietary education for caregivers. You'll actively participate in quality improvements related to nutrition and hydration care across the facility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct nutritional assessments at admission and on significant changes

• Create and evaluate individualized care plans

• Document all residents' nutritional interventions

• Guide staff on dietary education and practices

• Assess and monitor high-risk nutritional residents

Requirements:

• Degree in Food and Nutrition from an accredited university

• 1-2 years in gerontology or similar settings

• Membership in Dietitians of Canada

• Understanding of regulatory requirements and standards

• Excellent written and communication skills

Help Extendicare fulfill its mission of enhancing residents’ quality of life through optimal nutrition care.
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