Since 1962, Northwood has led the way as Nova Scotia’s most dynamic continuing care organization committed to innovation and change. Northwood is the largest not-for-profit continuing care organization in Atlantic Canada and is recognized both here at home and across Canada as an extraordinary example of the power of social justice, but we like to call it the power of love! When life changes, and society changes, Northwood leads the way, incorporating revolutionary designed, responsive care. From new ideas to new technologies, we are empowered to do this, because our focus is on people!Northwood is currently accepting applications for a Term ( 12 Month ) Clinical DietitianReporting to the Manager, Food and Nutrition Services, the Clinical Dietitian develops individualized nutrition care plans for residents.Responsibilities:Initiates a resident focused nutrition care plan for all residents, comprised of assessment, implementation, evaluation and ongoing monitoring which incorporates evidence based researchProvides interpretation of the nutrition care plan to resident, other members of the health care team and familyParticipates as a core member of the resident care planning conference teamConducts swallowing assessments and meal time observationsDevelops and maintains communication links with multiple internal and external clientsConsults with nursing staff and members of the interdisciplinary team to establish interventions for the individual nutrition care plans developed / prescribed by the Clinical Dietitian and offers an opportunity for the resident and substitute decision maker to contribute and confirm the nutrition interventionsAttends family/case conferences and interdisciplinary meetingsEnsures nutrition care programs comply with established legislated standards and guidelines for LTC by completing auditsProvides leadership to Resident Support Supervisor, Food Service Supervisors and Dietary Aides specific to implementation of individual resident nutrition care plansMaintains/ updates clinical component of databaseFacilitates clinical care which impacts on infection rates, wound care, bowel care, medication use and quality of lifeMentors dietetic interns and other studentsProvides staff education within departmental resourcesPerforms other related duties as requireQualifications:Minimum two years of experience in geriatric nutritionBachelor of Science in Human Nutrition or equivalent from an accredited universityCompletion of a Dietitians of Canada recognized internship programLicensure by the Nova Scotia Dietetic AssociationPrevious experience in dysphagia management and assessment considered an assetPrevious experience in mentoring and educating considered an assetComputer proficiency required including the use of Microsoft OfficeKnowledge of nutrition interventions used in long term care, including: Dementia, dysphagia, diabetes, COPD and HTN, Treatments/assessments (e.g. bedside swallowing assessments and texture modification), wound care management, and enteral nutritionHours: 80 Hours BiweeklyEffective: June 2024To learn more about Northwood please visit our website . If this exciting opportunity interests you please click “Apply” now.Northwood is proud to be an inclusive employer who encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
