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Leod Cares Mahone Bay Nursing Home is a 96-bed long-term care home located in Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia.

We are proud to provide compassionate, person-centered care in a close-knit community environment where Residents feel at home.

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Leod Group Health Services Limited (MGHSL), we are committed to creating a positive, supportive workplace where team members grow, lead, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of Residents and their families.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Dietitian/Dietary Manager to join our leadership team at Mahone Bay Nursing Home.

As a key member of the Home’s management team, the Dietitian/Dietary Manager is responsible for the overall leadership and day-to-day operations of the Dietary Department.

This role involves managing budgets, overseeing staff, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and most importantly, delivering high quality, resident-focused nutritional care.

Key Responsibilities Assess, implement, and evaluate nutritional care plans for all residents.

Supervise and coach dietary staff, ensuring training and performance management.

Coordinate menu planning and ensure nutritional standards are met based on Canada’s Food Guide and resident preferences.

Oversee department budgets, payroll, inventory control, and procurement.

Develop and maintain departmental policies, procedures, and strategic goals.

Ensure compliance with safety regulations,



licensing standards, and best practices.

Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and committees.

Educate residents, families, and staff on nutrition and dietary needs.

Qualifications, Certifications, and Skills B.

Sc. in Nutrition and completion of an accredited dietetic practicum program (or equivalent) Registered and in valuable standing with the Nova Scotia College of Dietitians and Nutritionists Minimum of five (5) years in a dietary department, preferably in long-term care Strong leadership and staff management abilities Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Proven problem-solving and organizational skills Able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment Preferred Assets Membership in Dietitians of Canada Training in Dysphagia assessment and management Experience with regulatory compliance and quality improvement in healthcare Compensation & Benefits $92,955.20 annually ($44.69/hr) Comprehensive management benefits package, including a health spending account Coverage of annual licensing renewal Support from centralized departments including Human Resources, Payroll, and Accounts Payable A strong company culture that encourages professional development Applications will be accepted until the position is filled We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

📌 Dietitian/Dietary Manager (Mahone Bay)
🏢 MacLeod Cares
📍 Mahone Bay