Registered Dietitian - Pediatrics/Special Care Nursery

Halton Healthcare’s vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers.  We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always!

At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do.

We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.

Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.

What you’ll be doing, the Registered Dietitian (RD) holds a pivotal position within the inter-professional team, providing essential dietetic services rooted in evidence-based practice and upholding rigorous standards of quality.  The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering nutritional care to patients in accordance with the guidelines set by the College of Dietitians of Ontario and the standards of nutrition care within the hospitals. Actively engaging with the healthcare team, the Registered Dietitian collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team to uphold contemporary dietetic practices and strive for excellence in patient care. Moreover, you will serve as a nutrition expert, providing education to the multi-disciplinary team on standards and the delivery of nutrition care in alignment with the latest research findings.

• Utilize expertise in nutrition screening and assessment to ascertain the specific nutritional requirements of diverse patient demographics
• Assess the efficacy of nutrition care plans and recommend necessary adjustments as warranted
• Employ professional discretion to modify and implement guidelines, protocols, and professional care standards in response to evolving patient requirements
• Analyze emerging trends and advancements in dietary methodologies, exploring their suitability for integration into the clinical nutrition regimen
• Serve as an educator by designing, delivering, and/or engaging in training sessions and in-service educational initiatives
• Engage in projects and initiatives, as required

• Completion of a four-year Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition/Dietetics and an accredited dietetic internship program
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario
• Member of Dietitians of Canada, an asset
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a Special Care Nursery/Pediatrics
• Experience with neonatal total parenteral nutrition (TPN) and Pasteurized Donor Milk Program
• Comprehensive understanding of clinical nutrition needs in infant and pediatric populations
• Self-directed with strong critical thinking skills and ability to handle complex situations
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to be flexible and adapt quickly to changes in patient care and the evolving healthcare landscape
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to advocate effectively on behalf of patients and the profession itself
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage workload both independently and collaboratively
• Demonstrates a caring, respectful and professional approach
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Meditech Expanse (or comparable computer software programs

Hours: Monday to Friday; days, 7.5 hour shifts, 0800-1600 (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs)

Salary:  $40.011 to $56.425 per hour

Date Posted:  September 11, 2025

Internal application deadline:  September 18, 2025

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Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.

We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities.  In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.

The Ontario Public Hospitals Act mandates that hospitals establish health surveillance programs for all individuals working within the hospital. This regulation requires proof of immunity for certain diseases and as a result, Halton Healthcare requires all new hires to receive pre-employment medical clearance by our Health, Safety & Wellness team, prior to their start date, as a condition of employment.  This includes demonstrating compliance with Halton Healthcare’s Immunization Policies.

All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare.  Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process.

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