Posted 7 months ago
Registered Dietitian
@ Shannex
Antigonish, Nova Scotia
Overview
Shannex is hiring a part-time Registered Dietitian for its Parkland Antigonish team in Antigonish, Nova Scotia. The role covers nutritional assessment, therapeutic menu planning and nutrition education for long-term care residents, plus budget administration for dietary services. Pay is approximately $68,514.46 to $92,572.38 annually, prorated by FTE, with free onsite parking and a Canada Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility note.
Responsibilities:
- Assess residents' nutritional status on admission and semi-annually
- Develop therapeutic menus and special diet plans
- Present nutrition education to staff and clients
- Administer the dietary services operating budget
- Document clinical nutrition indicators monthly
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor of Science in Nutrition
- Membership with a professional association
- Excellent communication, computer and organizational skills
- Experience in long-term care is an asset
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-04-12
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-16
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Department | Allied health |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Care home, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Professional association membership |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Nutrition |
| Perks mentioned | Employee discount, Transit support |
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Shannex
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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
- No
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 Registered Dietitian to join our Parkland Antigonishteam based in Antigonish, 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 annual salary (determined by professional experience and prorated based on FTE): $68,514.46- $92,572.38
- If you have twenty-five (25) or more years of experience, please inquire about our 25 year rate
- Free onsite parking
- Direct working relationship with the management
- 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 event
- Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellenc
- Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
- Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety
- This healthcare role may qualify for the Government of Canada’s Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program for professionals working in eligible occupations and eligible rural or remote communities. Please visit the National Student Loans Service Centre (NSLSC) for details.
About the Opportunity
- 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
About You
In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:
- Bachelor of Science in Nutrition;
- Membership with professional association;
- Excellent communication, computer and organizational skills.
- Experience in a long-term care setting is considered an asset.
- A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.
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