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Clinical Dietitian - St. John's, Canada - Chancellor Park

Chancellor Park

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St. John's, Canada

1 month ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Chancellor Park has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Dietitian to join our team.

The Clinical Dietitian functions as a member of the resident care and dietary team and assumes responsibility for the resident's nutritional status and nutritional education for residents and staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinate the delivery of clinical nutrition services to a resident population with varying physical and cognitive disabilities.
Participate as member of the interdisciplinary care team in the development and evaluation of specified nutrition care plans for residents.
Provide counseling and education to residents that facilitate optimal nutrition intake and support health maintenance.
Monitor the resident's nutritional status and the delivery of nutrition services to ensure nutritious meals are available to the residents in a timely and appropriate manner and recommends improvements in food delivery.
Review menus and make recommendations for improvement based on the Canada Food Guide and standards of best practice.

Qualifications:

A current, active registration with the Newfoundland and Labrador College of Registered Dietitians, or immediately eligible for same.
Experience in a long term care environment considered a strong asset
A commitment to resident centred care
Excellent communication skills with residents, families and other team members
Ability and confidence to take a leadership role

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Pay:
$38.40-$45.69 per hour

Benefits: