Saint John Dietitian 1 (DT01) PCN 1252358

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Horizon Health Network . Job Purpose: Working in collaboration with hospital teams, community services and other system partners, the Dietitian is responsible for managing the nutritional care of patients or clients. This is professional dietetics practice in either clinical nutrition, community nutrition needs or food service operations toward the attainment, maintenance, and promotion of the health of individuals, groups, and the community. Qualifications

A Bachelor of Science degree in nutrition or dietetics and successful completion of an accredited internship program. Must be registered and a member in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Dietitians. Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) and completion of the Certification Program for Insulin Dose Adjustment considered an asset. A demonstrated understanding of population health, health promotion, and the social determinant of health is considered an asset in the community setting. Ability to travel for client appointments and community meetings using own transportation for those working in Public Health. Ability to attend work on a regular basis. Ability to perform the duties of the position. Good work record. Key Responsibilities

Review patient medical history, symptoms, medications, laboratory tests, anthropometric data (BMI, height, ideal or standard body weight). Establish a nutrition care plan, coordinate care and provide behaviour modification and counselling techniques. Document assessments, interventions, treatment plans and communication with care team. Participating in interdisciplinary care planning or community assessments. Preparing and presenting information and education sessions. Providing mentoring and support for students. Participating in developing, maintaining and evaluating policies and procedures. Competencies

Analytical Thinking Flexibility Interpersonal Relations Mentoring and Coaching Patient/Client Focus Planning and Prioritizing Work Teamwork and Collaboration About Horizon’s Recruitment Process

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts online applications. We thank all applicants who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes. Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

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