Registered Dietitian

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

We are searching for a Part Time Registered Dietitian to join our Parkland at the Gardens and Parkland at the Commons teams based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Approximate hourly wage: $32.00 per hour

• Free onsite parking

• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events

• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence

• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives

• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

In this role you will share your expertise across both of our Halifax Downtown RLC communities, working between Parkland At The Gardens and Parkland At The Commons for a combined total of 28 hours bi-weekly or 3 days bi-weekly an ideal opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents and teams at both sites.

• Assists in the development of menus in accordance with therapeutic nutrition guidelines

• Assesses resident’s nutritional status on admission and at least semi-annually; reviews monthly weights and follows up as required

• Addresses client’s individual dietary concerns

• Establishes and maintains personal nutritional needs of each client

• Completes texture modification assessments on referral

• Oversees and plans special nutrition needs for special diets, allergies and disease conditions

• Presents staff and client education sessions on nutrition and other related topics based on indicators and identified needs

• Communicates client nutrition care plans to clients/family/staff as appropriate

• Collects and enters appropriate data into database

• Documents clinical nutrition indicators monthly

• Administers the operating budget for dietary services, overseeing the preparation of purchase orders, verification and approval of invoices for payment

• Additional duties as assigned/required

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• Bachelor of Science in Nutrition

• Registered Dietitian in Nova Scotia

• Membership with professional association

• Excellent communication, computer, and organizational skills

• Experience in a long-term care setting is considered an asset

• Current First Aid & CPR and valid Food Handlers’ Certificate is required

• Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, prior to appointment.

• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care