Founded by the Polish Community, Kopernik Lodge is an 85 bed publicly subsidized Long Term Care Facility caring for Seniors. Our Mission is to provide a caring, homelike and respectful environment for all Seniors in need of care.
Position: Registered Dietitian, 15 hours/ week. Flexibility in hours between Monday and Friday available.
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for providing optimal nutritional care of residents in accordance with government and professional standards and guidelines. Liaise with Support Services Managers to optimize food and nutrition services provided. A member of the multi-disciplinary care team. Identifies and provides areas of training for staff as required.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Ensures all residents are nutritionally assessed with a care plan in place within 30 days of admission and are reviewed in accordance with the Residential Care Regulations and Community Care and Assisted Living Act. Interviews residents and families documenting and care planning for food preferences, habits and dietary needs.
2. Participates in and makes nutrition care recommendations at care conferences or provides written input if unable to attend.
3. Uses relevant programs / software to document and report up to date accurate nutritional data and departmental communication.
4. Supports residents and families in relation to nutritional requirements and concerns.
5. Communicates resident dietary information and concerns to the Care Department; Physicians and families as required.
6. Assists the Support Services Manager in the development of policies and procedures for the Food Services Department.
7. In conjunction with the Support Services Manager, ensures that the nutritional and therapeutic requirements of the residents are met through menu planning, standardized recipes and meal service delivery.
8. Ensures residents’ rights of privacy and confidentiality are maintained. Respects and maintains the spirit, dignity and individuality of the residents.
9. Attends approved work-related conferences and seminars to promote and maintain professional development.
10. Conducts staff in-services as required.
11. Ensures standards for provision of safe and nutritious food and feeding techniques are met. Participates in and maintains quality assurance program for Food Services Department by conducting audits.
12. Communicates/liaises with relevant organizations such as other long-term care homes or acute care in support of resident nutritional needs.
13. Maintains a current knowledge of and works within facility policies and procedures.
14. Participates in Food Services Department meetings.
15. Supports coordination of resident dining room seating arrangements with the Director of Care and maintains up to date seating plans for Nursing and Food Service Departments.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training, Experience
- Current registration in the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia.
- Restricted Activity A and C qualifications.
- Minimum of 2 years experience in a long-term care facility preferred or a strong background in nutrition care for the elderly.
- Eligibility for CSNM membership is considered an asset.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of clinical dietetic theory and practice within a resident centered model of care.
- Knowledge of enteral nutrition and feeding tube access and delivery methods.
- Knowledge of standards of practice and guidelines for clinical practitioners.
- Knowledge of assessing residents with complex nutritional needs.
- Demonstrated ability to assess client response to care plan and to respond appropriately.
- Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events, deal with conflict situations and problem solve and think critically.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Ability to teach.
- Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Demonstrated skill in the use of equipment and supplies appropriate to the clinical area.
- Familiar with CB Diets, PointClickCare including word processing programs, spreadsheet and database software.
Qualified candidates are invited to apply, thank you in advance for your interest.. For more information about Kopernik Lodge, please visit:
https://kopernik-foundation.org/
Pay: $55.00-$65.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Flexible language requirement:
Experience:
- long term care: 1 year (preferred)
- Registered Dietitian: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Registration with College of Dietitians of British Columbian (preferred)
- Restricted Activity A (preferred)
- Restricted Activity C (preferred)
Work Location: In person
