SalaryThe salary range for this position is CAD $40.75 - $50.87 / hour.Job SummaryJoining our team offers opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields. The role provides career growth and advancement, a competitive compensation package (including four weeks of vacation to start, comprehensive health benefits, and a pension plan), and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day in health care.Detailed OverviewReporting clinically to the Dietitian Practice Leader and administratively to the Manager, Clinical Nutrition, you will provide nutrition services to patients on assigned unit(s) by designing, implementing, evaluating, monitoring, revising, and documenting the appropriate nutritional care plans for patients requiring nutrition support, including parenteral nutrition. You will act as a resource person for parenteral nutrition and/or critical care nutrition support for other dietitians and other health‑care professionals; provide input to the Manager in the development of nutrition practice guidelines and procedures, research and quality improvement initiatives for the program.ResponsibilitiesAssess the patient's nutritional needs by evaluating biochemical, anthropometric, dietary parameters and/or global assessment; develop and implement acomprehensive nutrition plan and make recommendations regarding nutrient requirements, feeding choices and method of delivery including parenteral nutrition.Monitor and evaluate the nutrition plan by reviewing biochemical, anthropometric and dietary parameters; modify, revise orrecommend changes to the patient's nutrition plan in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team; consult with physiciansand other health‑care professionals regarding patient response to nutrition care plans; communicate care plan to other health‑care providers,



family and/or caregivers in the hospital or community including parenteral nutrition.Participate in patient care rounds on assigned units and clinics by evaluating and reporting on aspects of the nutritional care plan; maintain and update patient files and make notes regarding recommendations or adjustments as per established guidelines.Develop and provide individual and group teaching sessions for staff and caregivers regarding comprehensive nutrition and support; develop written educational material and related resources for the patient, family and/or caregivers including other health‑care professionals.Educate the patient, patient’s family and/or caregiver around nutritional issues such as eating habits, learning ability and cultural background.Complete and maintain appropriate related records for activities performed such as documentation of nutritional care plan on patient charts, workload statistics, formula requisitions and patient menus as per established procedures.Provide input to the Manager by participating in the development, implementation, evaluation and revision of nutrition practice guidelines, quality improvement initiatives and educational materials based on current evidence‑based practice and literature research with a focus on parenteral nutrition.Act as a resource person to the multidisciplinary team and other health‑care professionals; provide orientation andin‑service sessions as required; participate in student programs by providing education to the learning needs of others such as dietetic interns with a focus on parenteral nutrition.Act as a primary resource for critical care and/or parenteral nutrition for the designated area, in consultation with other critical care and/or parenteral dietitians from other facilities; participate in a leadership role for critical care and/or parenteral nutrition support within the Qualified Practice Council.Provide input on menu planning, recipe development,



equipment/service selection process and enteral/parenteral formula selection process based on the requirements of the patient population.Provide input to the Manager by participating, implementing and evaluating clinical research projects and surveys by identifying current trends in nutrition and nutrition support literature and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to assess current research and share information from research findings.Perform other related duties as assigned.QualificationsEducation and ExperienceBachelor of Science degree in Dietetics from a recognized educational institution, plus successful completion of an approved dietetic internship program.Two (2) years’ recent related clinical experience in a medical/surgical unit in a large acute‑care facility, including current certification in nutrition support (CNSC) from the National Board of Nutrition Support Certification (NBNSC), or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Current registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia and current certification for Restricted Activity A, B & C.Skills And AbilitiesDemonstrated background knowledge in nutritional sciences, food preparation and nutrient composition.Comprehensive knowledge of biochemistry, human metabolism and advanced nutrition support.Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of critical care intervention, medication/nutrient interactions, enteral and parenteral support and relevant metabolic changes in response to disease/intervention.Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of current practice in nutritional intervention in enteral and parenteral support.Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively within an interdisciplinary environment.Ability to teach and counsel.Ability to organize and prioritize workload.Ability to operate related equipment including applicable software applications.Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Dietitian, Critical Care/Parenteral Nutrition - Royal Columbian Hospital - C$40.8 - C$50.9 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Royal Columbian Hospital
📍 Winnipeg