Clinic Dietitian - Acute Care (North Vancouver)

Clinic Dietitian - Acute Care (North Vancouver)

03 Oct
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Vancouver Coastal Health
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North Vancouver

03 Oct

Vancouver Coastal Health

North Vancouver

The salary range for this position is CAD $43.23/Hr.

- CAD $53.96/Hr. Come work as a Clinical Dietitian - Acute Care with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver, BC. Within the context of a patient/client and family-centred framework and continuum-based care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice and the vision, values and policies of the organization, assesses patients for optimal nutrition support utilizing advanced clinical nutrition knowledge. Provides recommendations to the medical team regarding route of nutrition support, i.e. enteral vs. parenteral, and composition of most appropriate nutrition support and vitamin and mineral supplementation, based on the current practice guidelines and best practices. Develops nutrition support regimes and monitors clients on a regular basis for continued appropriateness, tolerance, and safety. Provides education sessions related to nutrition support for health care professional including students and interns from all professions and acts as a clinical resource for dietitians, students, and other health care professionals. Initiates the development and participates in nutrition-related research projects. Participates in the development of nutrition-related policies, procedures, and guidelines for designated areas. Current full registration as a Dietitian with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC). Two (2) years' recent, related clinical experience in a medical/surgical care setting plus Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) from the American Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN) or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. RA- A, B & C: Demonstrated competency in designing, compounding, dispensing and administering enteral nutrition (formerly know as Restricted Activity A and C). Demonstrated competency in designing parenteral nutrition (formerly known as Restricted Activity B).



Although separate restricted activity declarations are no longer required under HPOA, these competencies remain essential and ongoing to this role. Knowledge of clinical dietetic theory and practice within a client/family centred model for care. Knowledge of enteral and parenteral nutrition, feeding tube access and delivery methods. Knowledge of the metabolic basis of nutritional care. Knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for clinical practitioners established by the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC). Knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care. Demonstrated ability to plan and implement nutrition care plans in relation to client/family priorities. Demonstrated ability to assess client responses to care plan, and to respond appropriately. Demonstrated ability to communicate (both verbally and in writing) with and deal effectively with clients and their families, co-workers, physicians, other health care staff and staff of external agencies. Demonstrated skill in techniques appropriate to the clinical area. Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized client care information system and Internet, word processing, spreadsheet, and database software. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections.



Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process. WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a excellent place to work. Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026. Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health. #

📌 Clinic Dietitian - Acute Care (North Vancouver)
🏢 Vancouver Coastal Health
📍 North Vancouver

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