Job Type: Dietitian
FTE: 0.6 Part Time
Silverado Creek Seniors Community is looking for a Dietitian to join our team and to support the residents, families and teams in the following activities;
- The Dietitian provides therapeutic services to individual residents working in with the Support Services Manager to ensure food services meet all legislative standards, PPSL policy and resident satisfaction.
- In collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team and the resident and/or family, assesses all residents upon admission and annually to complete a documented, in-depth nutritional assessment, based on the resident's needs, abilities and goals.
- Performs swallowing assessments and makes recommendations on diet textures, meal assist techniques and safety precautions.
- Counsels residents and family members on therapeutic diets, and other nutritional concerns.
- Prescribes dietary supplements as appropriate (eg. resident with weight loss, wounds) and monitors their effectiveness and use.
- Responsible for routinely reviewing resident weight data and following up with an in-depth nutritional assessment and plan revision as appropriate.
- Responsible for both the Minimum Data Set (MDS) and the Resident Assessment Protocols (RAPs) as it pertains to nutrition, which includes but is not limited to: care plans, progress notes, assessments, profiles and/or tracking.
Qualifications include:
- Must have a university degree in Food and Nutrition or related field of study.
- Two (2) years recent related experience an asset.
- Experience in a seniors care environment.
The successful applicant for this job posting must be able to provide satisfactory proof that they have received the COVID-19 vaccination and any required COVID-19 booster vaccination. This requirement shall be waived if the applicant has not received the vaccination due to any legislated protected human rights grounds. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Silverado Creek - Part Time Dietitian in Calgary employer: Park Place Seniors Living, Inc.
At Newport Harbour Care Centre, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the well-being and professional growth of our staff. Our collaborative work culture fosters a supportive environment where Dietitians can thrive, ensuring that you have the resources and opportunities to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our Residents. With a commitment to safety and quality care, we offer a unique chance to be part of a dedicated team in a location that prioritizes both employee satisfaction and Resident welfare.
Contact Details:
Park Place Seniors Living, Inc. Recruitment Team
