Clinical Dietitian, Diabetes and Endocrine, Nutrition - BC Children’s Hospital

Clinical Dietitian, Diabetes and Endocrine, Nutrition

BC Children’s Hospital

Vancouver BC

What you’ll do

Conduct nutritional screening and assessment by evaluating biochemical, anthropometric, dietary parameters and subjective global assessment;

develops and implements care plans, manages and monitors nutritional care of patients. Participate in patient care rounds and clinics by evaluating and reporting on aspects of the nutritional care plan.

Advise and collaborate with other health care team members on matters of nutritional care.

Provide comprehensive nutrition counselling for patients and caregivers including training in the use of specialized formulas and food preparation;

conducts workshops and seminars, and prepares written guidelines. Provide individual and group teaching sessions, including comprehensive nutrition, lifestyle and self-care education and support to patients, parents and caregivers.

• Monitor and adjust nutrition care plans, diets and formulae.
• In response to biochemical laboratory data, and in consultation with the treatment team, monitor and adjust nutrition care plans, diets and formulae.

Consult with the patient, family and / or caregivers, physicians and other health care professionals regarding the patient’s response to the nutrition care plan.

According to program guidelines, maintain and update patient files and make notes regarding recommendations or adjustments.

• Complete and maintain appropriate, related records for activities performed including documentation of the nutritional care plan on patient charts, workload statistics, formula requisitions, menus and manual and electronic patient care databases.
• Based on most recent diabetes knowledge, review diet writing guidelines and standards of care to provide appropriate food and nourishment for patients.
• Review the latest clinical experience and research, review the literature, consult with community experts, evaluate clinical practise and referral systems, develop and / or revise standards or guidelines to develop written resources for other health care professionals including, dietitians, physicians, nurses, social workers, students etc.

What you bring

• Graduation from an academic program in dietetics approved by the College of Dietitians of British Columbia.
• Current and active Board certified Canadian Diabetes Educator (CDE)
• Three (3) years recent, related clinical experience including one in pediatric nutrition and feeding practices / behaviours in an acute care setting or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Full registration in the College of Dietitians of British Columbia.

You also have the ability to :

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and written.
• Perform duties of the position.
• Operate related equipment.
• Teach and counsel.
• Organize and prioritize workload.
• Commitment to develop knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan : A First Nations Case Study and how they intersect across the health care system.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have : Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future.

That’s why we’re focused on your care too offering health, wellness, development programs to support you at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations offering vast opportunities for growth and development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Hours of Work : Monday-Friday; 0800-1600

Requisition # 166832E

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

What we do

BCCH) provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children and youth from across British Columbia. BCCH is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority () plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province.

Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include : Respect people Be compassionate Dare to innovate Cultivate partnerships Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs :

PHSA and BCCH are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

PHSA is committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems.

PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and / or persistently marginalized groups identified under the Human Rights Code.

One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level.

We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and / or contact the Sanya'kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at .

Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples.

These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities.

PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan : A First Nations Case Study.