The salary range for this position is CAD $43.23/Hr.
- CAD $53.96/Hr.
The hours of work, including start and stop times, days off, work area and work site may be subject to change consistent with operations requirements and applicable provisions of the Collective Agreement and statutes. Testing may be required.
*** A criminal record check may be required.
In this role, you’ll apply evidence-based clinical nutrition expertise at our Community Dialysis Units, working closely with patients, families, and care teams to support recovery, wellness, and quality of life for those living with chronic kidney disease. This is an opportunity to practice person-centred, collaborative care while contributing to education, quality improvement, and research in a leading health care environment.
This is a 0.6 FTE position, working three days per week. The successful candidate will provide in-person coverage two days per week at the North Shore Dialysis Unit and one day per week at the East Vancouver Dialysis Unit
What responsibilities will include- Comprehensive Nutrition Assessment & Care Planning Assess patients’ nutritional status and risk, and design, implement, evaluate, and document individualized nutrition care plans in accordance with professional standards. You’ll collaborate closely with the interdisciplinary team to ensure care plans are effectively implemented and adapted as clinical needs evolve.
- Patient, Family & Team Collaboration Work as an active member of interdisciplinary teams by participating in rounds and care conferences, contributing to discharge planning, and counseling patients and families on nutrition-related issues such as diet modification and lifestyle changes.
- Education, Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing Provide nutrition education to patients, families, staff, students, and dietetic interns through one-on-one counseling, in-services, and presentations. You’ll support learner development while staying current with emerging best practices in renal nutrition through ongoing professional education and literature review.
- Quality Improvement, Research & Professional Practice Contribute to quality improvement initiatives by helping develop and evaluate clinical guidelines, tools, and educational materials. You’ll support research activities within departmental resources and assist with workload reporting, documentation, and the maintenance of nutrition-related equipment and supplies.
- Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics from a recognized University.
- Dietetic internship from a Dietitians of Canada accredited program.
- Two (2) years' recent experience working with patients/residents in a medical/acute care setting with renal experience.
- Current full registration as a Dietitian with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).
- Knowledge of advanced clinical skills in the renal area and demonstrated ability to apply advanced skills to practice.
- Ability to provide leadership and direction.
- Ability to communicate with, and to deal effectively with, patients/residents, families, staff, physicians, and other health care providers.
- Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others, including the interdisciplinary team.
- Ability to initiate and implement research activities.
- Ability to plan and provide guidance to students.
- Ability to develop and provide in-services and presentations to colleagues and other health professionals.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize issues and workload.
- Knowledge of legislation and government policies and procedures related to healthcare.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Competitive salary $43.23 - $53.96 CAD per…
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