Posted 3 months ago
Registered Dietitian
@ Shannex
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Overview
Shannex is hiring a part-time Registered Dietitian for its Parkland at the Gardens and Parkland at the Commons communities in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The role covers resident nutrition assessments, therapeutic menu development, staff and resident education, and budget administration for dietary services. Pay is about $32.00 per hour for a combined 28 hours bi-weekly across both sites.
Responsibilities:
- Assess residents' nutritional status and follow up on monthly weights
- Plan menus and special diets per therapeutic nutrition guidelines
- Present nutrition education sessions for staff and clients
- Administer dietary services operating budget and purchasing
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor of Science in Nutrition
- Registered Dietitian in Nova Scotia
- Current First Aid & CPR and Food Handlers' Certificate
- Clear criminal record check
- Long-term care experience an asset
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-06
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-16
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Hours per week | 28 |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Care home, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Registered Dietitian in Nova Scotia, First Aid, CPR, Food Handlers' Certificate |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Nutrition |
| Perks mentioned | Employee discount, Transit support, Paid training |
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Shannex
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Leading the Way to Better Living
Full company description
Shannex Inc. offers Retirement Living, Care at Home, and Nursing Home services across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario. Shannex has been built on the commitment to place clients first, to provide service excellence and respect each client as an individual. Shannex is a family-owned, Maritime-based company that has been providing care to clients since 1988. Our core values; Clients First, Building Trusted Partnerships, Always Improving Quality and Being Accountable, define what Shannex stands for and create the framework for all that we do. Shannex is more than a place to live or work. We are a community of people and friendships where the focus is on living well in the place our clients call home
- LinkedIn followers
- 18,879
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,853
- Reported office locations
- 621 Starboard Dr, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3M 0N5, CA
- Other recorded names
- Shannex Incorporated
- Specialties
- Care at Home
- Retirement Living
- and Nursing Home
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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Shannex Inc. offers Retirement Living, Care at Home, and Nursing Home services across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario. Shannex has been built on the commitment to place clients first, to provide service excellence and respect each client as an individual. Shannex is a family-owned, Maritime-based company that has been providing care to clients since 1988. Our core values; Clients First, Building Trusted…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Halifax, Nova Scotia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1988 |
| Specialties | Care at HomeRetirement Livingand Nursing Home |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 234 |
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If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.
We are searching for a Part Time Registered Dietitian to join our Parkland at the Gardens and Parkland at the Commons teams based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Meaningful Benefits
You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:
- Approximate hourly wage: $32.00 per hour
- Free onsite parking
- Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
- Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
- Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
- Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety
About the Opportunity
In this role you will share your expertise across both of our Halifax Downtown RLC communities, working between Parkland At The Gardens and Parkland At The Commons for a combined total of 28 hours bi-weekly or 3 days bi-weekly an ideal opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents and teams at both sites.
- Assists in the development of menus in accordance with therapeutic nutrition guidelines
- Assesses resident’s nutritional status on admission and at least semi-annually; reviews monthly weights and follows up as required
- Addresses client’s individual dietary concerns
- Establishes and maintains personal nutritional needs of each client
- Completes texture modification assessments on referral
- Oversees and plans special nutrition needs for special diets, allergies and disease conditions
- Presents staff and client education sessions on nutrition and other related topics based on indicators and identified needs
- Communicates client nutrition care plans to clients/family/staff as appropriate
- Collects and enters appropriate data into database
- Documents clinical nutrition indicators monthly
- Administers the operating budget for dietary services, overseeing the preparation of purchase orders, verification and approval of invoices for payment
- Additional duties as assigned/required
About You
In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:
- Bachelor of Science in Nutrition
- Registered Dietitian in Nova Scotia
- Membership with professional association
- Excellent communication, computer, and organizational skills
- Experience in a long-term care setting is considered an asset
- Current First Aid & CPR and valid Food Handlers’ Certificate is required
- Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, prior to appointment.
- A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care
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