Job Summary

• The Registered Dietitian (RD) is responsible for providing resident nutrition/hydration care and documenting nutrition/hydration care in compliance with regulatory standards and Extendicare's policies and procedures.
• Key Responsibilities include assessing nutrition status, determining nutrition risk, developing and modifying nutrition plans of care, and providing nutrition education.
• Extendicare is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in long-term care homes across Canada, providing a safe, supportive, and enriching environment.

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Salary

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Skills & Requirements

Key Requirements

• University degree in Food and Nutrition
• 1-2 years of experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care
• Current registration in the applicable province's regulatory College of Dietitians
• Membership in Dietitians of Canada and the Gerontology Network
• Knowledge of Provincial Food Premises Regulation, CCHSA Accreditation Canada, Provincial/Health Authority regulatory requirements, and Residents' Bill of Rights
• Proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office applications and Synergy/Point Click Care/POC/eMAR
• Vulnerable Sector Check (within six months)

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