Dietitian - Edmonton, Canada - Extendicare

Extendicare

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Job Description:

REGISTERED DIETITIAN
EXTENDICARE Holyrood, Leduc & Viking

Reporting to the Administrator, Extendicare Holyrood, the Dietitian is responsible for providing nutritional assessment, planning and follow-up for residents.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Complete a nutritional assessment for each resident
Evaluate nutritional adequacy of dietary intake by calculating and analyzing Food Intake Studies, as necessary for residents identified to be High Nutritional Priority
Completes the RAI/MDS for nutrition on each resident
Identify intervention and initiate action to maintain as well as restore the nutritional health of the residents
Educate resident, family members, and team members regarding diet recommendations
Individualized resident's diet to meet his or her needs by involving the resident family members, advocates, care givers, physician and other team members in care plan development
Acts as a representative for Extendicare, through participation in regional and professional activities as appropriate
Participates in the CQI process
Work closely with the interdisciplinary team at each site
Mileage is reimbursed for the travel required from the home site of Holyrood to Leduc and Viking

QUALIFICATIONS:

Registered Dietitian, eligible for membership with the College of Dietitians of Alberta
Extensive knowledge of geriatric nutrition
35 years experience in longterm care setting preferred
Superb organizational, time management and multitasking skills
Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety practices, principles and legislation.
Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential
Customerfocused attitude, with high emphasis on building and maintaining relationships with clients

CLOSING DATE:
Please forward your resumes no later than September 22, 2023 to the attention of:
Kelly Short, Administrator

Extendicare Holyrood

Ave.

Edmonton, Alberta T6C 2T1

Tel:

Fax:

Time Type:
Full time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you're joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.
If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.