What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietitian Regular Part Time AgeCare South Terrace position at Bloom Limited Partnership?
About Us
At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.
The Opportunity:
The Dietitian reporting to the Director of Care, oversees dietary requirements on behalf of residents, their families, the staff, and the community at large utilizing a holistic framework. The Dietician is a member of the care team, collaborating on the delivery of resident care to meet resident and family related to nutritional and dietary needs.
What Is In It For You:
- Completes Nutrition Assessments and contributes to RAI assessment where applicable for all residents upon admission in a timely manner and reviews care plan based on nutrition risk level Interprets and individualizes initial diet, texture modification & therapeutics orders.
- Assesses swallowing ability within scope of knowledge and in consultation with internal and community nurses and physicians.
- Communicates with team members to provide effective nutrition & resident quality care.
- Educates residents and staff on nutrition issues.
- Consults with residents and family members on issues, questions and concerns related to nutrition.
- Promotes communication and public relations internally between departments and externally with the community for the enrichment of quality resident care.
- Consults with family members to plan, document, communicate resident dietary care plans.
What You Will Need
- Completion of a Baccalaureate Program in Dietetics from a recognized university program.
- Eligibility and/or Registration with the provincial regulatory body (i.e. College of Dietitians of BC).
- Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing.
- Previous clinical nutrition experience in a health care facility/program preferred.
- Experience in gerontology is an asset.
If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!
