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
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, developing and modifying nutrition plans of care, and providing nutrition/dietary counseling/education for residents and/or their caregivers.
Extendicare offers continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning, opportunities for advancement, and a rewarding and meaningful work experience.
Matching 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.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Resident nutrition/hydration care
Nutrition status assessment
Nutrition plan of care development
Interdisciplinary team participation
Nutrition/dietary in-service education
Nice-to-have
Uphold organizational values
Work with vulnerable adults
Continuous quality improvement
Key Requirements
University degree in Food and Nutrition
1-2 years of experience in gerontology/long term care
Current registration in provincial College of Dietitians
Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, Synergy, Point Click Care)