Dietitian - Nutrition & Food Services

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 225032Location: Central Zone, Centennial Building - QEII Department: NFS Clinical Nutrition QEIIType of Employment: Temporary Hourly PT long-assignment (80%) x 1 Union: NSGEU Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date: 19-Aug-26About the Opportunity The Dietitian is responsible and accountable to provide competent, safe, and ethical professional practice to the patient/client, family, and community. The Dietitian advises on diet and food and nutrition across all health sectors. This position is responsible for providing leadership in team efforts to support the nutritional health of the patient, including the prevention, detection, and treatment of malnutrition and medical nutrition therapy using the Nutrition Care Process. The Dietitian participates in the Dietetic Practicum and Internship program, including but not limited to preceptoring and mentoring Dietetic Students. The Dietitian is accountable to employ evidence informed approach to practice.As a member of the Nutrition and Food services, the Dietitian contributes to client care through collaboration with healthcare team providers, sharing nutrition expertise, ensuring quality and continuity of care, and supporting a range of healthcare services. These services are provided within a holistic, client centered framework in accordance with our mission, vision, values, and strategic direction.About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition at a recognized University Approved Nova Scotia College of Dietitians and Nutritionists Dietetic Internship Program required Current registration (or eligibility) with the Nova Scotia College of Dietitians and Nutritionists required Minimum one (1) year working experience as a Dietitian preferred Inpatient clinical nutrition experience is an assets Competency in dysphagia management, enteral and parenteral nutrition Experience counselling patients Current WHMIS an asset Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office computer applications. Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills Ability to prioritize, problem solve, and work under pressure of time limitations Demonstrated participation in continuing education and upgrading of skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of the interprofessional healthcare team Competencies in other languages an asset Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.Hours Long-Assignment, Part-Time position; 60 hours biweekly Approximately 18 months longDates are subject to change Compensation and Benefits $37.27 - 53.43 Hourly Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home. Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. ​This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. ​Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

The Dietitian provides evidence-based medical nutrition therapy and clinical care to patients within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. They are responsible for the prevention, detection, and treatment of malnutrition while mentoring dietetic students and supporting food service operations.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition and be registered or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia College of Dietitians and Nutritionists. At least one year of clinical experience is preferred, along with proficiency in dysphagia management and enteral/parenteral nutrition.

• Health insurance • Dental insurance • Travel insurance • Long-term disability insurance • Life insurance • Defined benefit pension plan

• Gestion du tempsSouhaitée
• Résolution de problèmesSouhaitée
• Microsoft OfficeSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Clinical nutrition
• Medical nutrition therapy
• Dysphagia management
• Enteral nutrition
• Parenteral nutrition
• Patient counselling
• Nutrition care process
• Interprofessional collaboration
• Microsoft Office
• Communication skills
• Problem solving
• Time management
• Evidence-based practice
• Mentoring
• Swallowing Disorders
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Human Nutrition
• Management
• Clinical Nutrition
• Communication
• Food Services
• Disabilities
• Leadership
• Healthcare Services
• Holism
• Innovation
• Malnutrition
• Medical Nutrition Therapy
• Mentorship
• Network File Systems
• Parenteral Nutrition
• Patient Education And Counseling
• Practicum
• Time Management
• Prioritization

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Food & Beverage
• Dietitian/Nutritionist
• Dietitian / Nutritionist
• Dieticians and Nutritionists
• Dietitians and Nutritionists

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Postuler avant le

20 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

30 heures par semaine