Job Description

Req ID: 168292
Company: Nova Scotia Health
Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII
Department: NFS Provincial Standards & Initiatives
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Status: Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 21-Apr-24Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We\'re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there\'s a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means you\'ll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.About the OpportunityPlease Note: This is a designated position. The successful candidate must be from one of the below designated groups to be considered and must self-identify as:

• African Nova Scotian or other Black/African Decent (e.g. African Canadian, African American, Caribbean, African).
• Indigenous People
• People of Colour
• Persons with Disabilities
• 2SLGBTQIA+
• Foreign Nationals/Newcomers

When applying, please ensure your Candidate Profile and Personal Information is up to date which includes any self-identifications.Reporting to the Director of Policy and Planning, Nutrition and Food Services (NFS), the Manager of Provincial Standards and Initiatives supports the work of the Director in the planning, development and evaluation of policies, procedures, and initiatives that support Nutrition and Food Services strategic goals and outcomes. The Manager is responsible for identifying and assessing evidence-informed practice standards and embedding in policies, procedures, and initiatives for NFS. The Manager has a collaborative leadership role in advancing continuous quality improvement and the integration of nutrition care and food service and for patients, residents, and clients in both institutional, ambulatory and community settings. The Manager collaborates as part of the NFS leadership team and engages key representatives and stakeholders in implementing key standards such as the Nutrition Care Process and Terminology; National Malnutrition Prevention, Detection, and Treatment Standards; Nova Scotia College of Dietitians and Nutritionists: Nutrition Prescription Standards, and NFS Services Diet Standards.The Manager is responsible for planning, development, and evaluation of NFS policies, procedures, and initiatives. The Manager applies in-depth scientific knowledge of food and human nutrition and the social determinants of health informed by principals of equity, diversity, inclusion, reconciliation, reparations, accessibility, and anti-racism. The Manager supports safe, competent, high-quality, ethical, person-centered nutrition care and services that complies with applicable policies, legislation, and regulatory requirements. The Manager ensures compliance with therapeutic nutrition requirements and restrictions to address patient, resident, and client medical needs and positive nutritional outcomes.About YouWe would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Bachelor\'s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics required
• Completion of an accredited dietetic internship program required
• Current licensure with Nova Scotia College of Dietitians and Nutritionists or eligible for license in Nova Scotia
• Five (5) years\' progressive management experience in healthcare as a dietitian in addition to having clinically related practice experience
• Experience in scope of practice for dietitians, dietetic technicians, and food service supervisors, and food service management (patient and retail)
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to develop and maintain good relationships with all levels of staff and clients including those internal and external to the organization
• Ability to interpret statistical data, and monitor quality and performance indicators and benchmarks
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships and partnerships
• Experience in leading change
• Knowledge of applicable legislation, regulations, policies, and standards
• Cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Must have reliable means of transportation for required travel

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.HoursPermanent, Full-Time / 100% / 75 Hours Bi-weeklyCompensation and Incentives$38.79 - $51.54 HourlySuccessful 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.Once You\'ve AppliedThank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.Preferred candidates must be able to demonstrate proof of primary series of COVID -19 vaccine at time of hire.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.Follow Us!

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