R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home Corporation 64 Pleasant Street, Antigonish, NS. B2G 1W7

ADMINISTRATIVE DIETITIAN PERMANENT PART-TIME

The R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home is seeking a Dietitian that has self-leadership style, is energetic, and enjoys the company of seniors living in long term care! Our Home is nationally accredited and serves 136 residents and their families and employs approximately 280 staff.

Reporting to the Director of Environmental & Food Services, the Dietitian will develop, coordinate and evaluate nutritional services for the Home. The Administrative Dietitian assists the Director in identifying goals and objectives to further improve the overall scope and efficiency of the Food Services Department and sets the standards for safety, sanitation, and food quality. As an employee of the RK Mac Donald Nursing Home, every person has a responsibility to be involved in providing a stimulating environment for the residents. In keeping with our Mission, Vision, Core Values and our philosophy of Resident Centered Care, the Administrative Dietitian serves as a positive role model; as a partner in the provision of care and support of our Residents, and represents the home in a positive, professional, efficient and confidential manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• The Administrative Dietitian will assist in advocacy and future implementation of Food Service Software into the facility.
• The Administrative Dietitian will work with Gordon Food Services Cycle Menu Management software to input recipes and the current menu to assist in managing food waste, budget and nutritional accuracy of menu items.
• Work with the Cooks and Clinical Dietitian to standardize current recipes for meals and baked goods.
• Work with the Cooks and Clinical Dietitian on portion sizes and reducing over production of recipes while meeting nutritional guidelines.
• With Director and Clinical Dietitian, updates current Food Service policies and procedures for procurement, storage, and preparation of food as recommended by the Department of Health and Infection Control Guidelines.
• Safe Work Practices/Responsibilities: To achieve these expectations employees at all levels of the organization must adhere to Core Values of Safety and Safety Responsibilities

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Foods and Nutrition from a recognized University.
• Completion of Dietetic Internship approved by Dietitians of Canada.
• Member of Nova Scotia Dietetic Association or eligible for membership.

Required Experience

• Previous experience in a long-term care facility preferred.
• Familiarity with food service operation and equipment would be an asset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with computer operation would be an asset

For Complete Job description: See the Home's website @ www.rkmacdonald.ca

Hours of Work: Non-union Regular Part-time.60 FTE (FTE 48hrs/biweekly) hours to flex as required.

Salary: Competitive Salary to commensurate with education and experience (annual salary range is $47,000-$51,000) ($37.66 to $40.87 per hour 24 hrs per week)

Benefits: Health (Travel), Dental, LTD, Life and Optional's, Pension employer matched/NSHEP Gym Corporate Rate - Good Life.

Deadline September 25, 2025

Start date: Immediately

How to Apply: Submit cover letter and resume to HR: [email protected] or fax 902 863-4437

The R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home provides patient centred care to 136 residents with approximately 280 care partners. The home is filled with people who care deeply about providing excellent resident care and who are committed to creating a safe work environment. If you are looking for an opportunity in a patient centred home than we are the place for you. The R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. The R.K. MacDonald is an inclusive employer who supports diversity, equality, and reconciliation. Our goal is to be a workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We welcome people from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientation, age, religion, and physical and mental abilities. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful Applicants are required to provide a criminal record check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) to Human Resources before starting employment and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. In addition, proof of applicable education and or certification is required as a condition of employment.