Provide nutritional guidance to residents as a Registered Dietitian across Trenton, Pictou, and Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia. This part-time role supports resident care.
The 0.6 position is shared across three locations, with 0.2 assigned to each. You will guide dietary support in long-term care, promoting healthy eating habits and improving overall well-being. The work combines resident assessment, dietary planning, documentation, and collaboration with families and food services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review residents' physical condition, orders, and psychological needs
- Implement dietary measures supporting quality of life
- Assess changing abilities and future care needs
- Modify dietary plans according to progress notes
- Document counselling, diet instructions, and dietary progress
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science in Foods and Nutrition or equivalent
- Registration with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Dietetics
- Ability to manage highly emotional situations
- Sound judgement and efficient decision-making
Apply registered dietetics expertise through resident assessment, dietary planning, counselling, and documentation across Nova Scotia locations.
Registered Dietitian Long-Term Care in Port Hawkesbury employer: MacLeod Cares
MacLeod Cares offers a supportive and positive workplace where team members can grow and lead while making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents and their families. The organization emphasizes compassionate, person-centered care in a close-knit community environment, providing opportunities for professional development and mentorship. Employees benefit from a collaborative atmosphere that values clinical leadership and individualized care planning.
