Roseway Manor is seeking a skilled and compassionate Dietitian to join our team. As a Dietitian, you will play a crucial role in providing nutritional guidance and support to our residents. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about promoting healthy eating habits and improving overall well-being.

Responsibilities

• Review physical condition, physician orders, and psychological needs of residents to ensure high standards of nutritional intake
• Research new developments in the field of long term care as it relates to diet and dietary requirements
• Implement dietary measures with a long term view of maintaining or improving a patients quality of life
• Continually assess residents for any changes to their current physical abilities and future changes to their care
• Compare effectiveness of dietary plans against residents progress notes and modify or alter plans if necessary
• Discuss care plan meetings with the families of residents so that they are included in the necessary programs and active participation in the Pharmacy Committee
• Chart and document all dietary progress notes; including counselling, diet instructions
• Assess the need for other methods of feeding (ex. feeding tube)
• Educate and inform the food services department as necessary regarding diet therapy and nutritional requirements, staff training ex. feeding with sensitivity
• Remain abreast of new research by attending dietary workshops, seminars, conferences and classes

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with a focus in Foods and Nutrition, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be registered with the Nova Scotia College of Dietitians and Nutritionists
• Excellent ability to manage high stress or highly emotional situations
• Sound judgement and able to execute decisions efficiently

This position is 40 hours bi-weekly.

We thank all who apply however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

If you are dedicated Dietitian looking to make a positive impact on the lives of others, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dynamic team!