Registered Dietician - Part time (PT) - Extendicare Crossing Bridge

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our clinical teams, you will provide nutritional care services for Residents within legislative and budgetary parameters.

This position is a part-time position that will be needed for our new Home at Stittsville (ONTARIO), Extendicare Crossing Bridge.

What you’ll be doing

As a member of the Clinical Team, the Dietitian consults with and advises the Food Services Manager/Supervisor and Director of Care concerning nutrition and hydration program needs. The Dietitian is responsible for nutritional assessment, nutritional care planning, implementation and follow-up for residents.

• Completes nutritional assessments for each resident using RAI MDS 2.0 as required,

• Determines an individualized resident’s diet and other nutritional interventions to meet his or her needs by involving the resident, family members and care team

• Develops, implements and evaluates nutritional care plans that includes identification of nutritional concerns, goals and interventions for all residents

• Maintains excellent communication with the Dietary Manager regarding the changing needs of the residents

• Reviews the two seasonal menus for nutritional adequacy and provides approval in writing

• Educates residents, family members, and team members regarding nutrition and hydration recommendations

• Acts as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team, acts as a representative for Extendicare, through participation in regional and professional activities as appropriate

• Participates on interdisciplinary committees related to resident care, facility operation and Quality indicators as required

What you bring

• Registered Dietitian, eligible for membership with the College of Dietitians of Ontario

• Extensive knowledge of geriatric nutrition

• 3-5 years' experience in long-term care setting preferred

• Strong Team approach to care

• Proficiency with computer applications Microsoft Office and internet.

• Experience with RAI MDS 2.0 desirable, familiarity with software PointClickCare an asset

• Excellent organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills

• Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety practices, principles and legislation.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential

• Resident-directed attitude, with demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive and effective team relationships and residents

What you’ll get

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Employee Perks
• Recognition Programs
• Robust benefits package

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 senior care and living centers as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 team members is united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

Time Type:

Part Time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.

Time Type:

Part time

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.