Nutrition Assistant: Patient Meals & Diet Support

Jackson Health System; Miami (FL); Vor Ort; USD 29.000 - 36.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Jackson Health System in Miami, FL is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to support hospital patients' nutritional needs. You will route patient menus, modify diets, assist patients in menu selections, and ensure meals meet nutritional standards while maintaining pantry sanitation.

Under supervision of the Dietitian and medical staff, you will document preferences, assist with tray assembly, and provide basic nutrition education.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma preferred.
• 0–3 years related experience.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work.
• Effective written and oral communication.
• Ability to handle stressful situations with professional composure.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Knowledge of nutrition principles and dietary restrictions.
• Familiarity with computer systems and dietary software.

Aufgaben

• Visits patients regarding meal satisfaction on a regular basis.
• Documents patient food preferences.
• Communicates issues to the Dietitian or Nutrition Supervisor.
• Adjusts menus for nutritional adequacy per diet manual.
• Transcribes patient information into the chart.
• Upholds department policies while performing duties.
• Provides basic nutrition education to patients.
• Assists with tray line and meal service as needed.
• Ensures dietary restrictions and preferences are honored.

Kenntnisse

Analytical ability

Prioritization

Effective communication

Stress management

Follow instructions

Tech proficiency

Ausbildung

High school diploma

Jobbeschreibung

Jackson Health System in Miami, FL is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to support hospital patients' nutritional needs. You will route patient menus, modify diets, assist patients in menu selections, and ensure meals meet nutritional standards while maintaining pantry sanitation.

Under supervision of the Dietitian and medical staff, you will document preferences, assist with tray assembly, and provide basic nutrition education.