Nutrition Assistant - Per Diem/PRN

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan

Opportunity for advancement

Orientation program

Job summary

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation in West Orange, NJ is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to help manage patient menu systems and ensure compliance with dietary guidelines. The role offers flexible per diem scheduling with weekend availability.

You will assist patients with menu selections, communicate food service issues, and follow HIPAA regulations while maintaining office organization. Previous office experience is preferred, along with a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous office experience preferred.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient menu systems and assist with food service.
• Communicate food service needs effectively.
• Follow HIPAA guidelines and maintain office organization.

Skills

Knowledge of menu management systems

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation

Position: Nutrition Assistant

Location: 1199 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange, NJ 07052

Schedule: Per Diem (PRN), 6AM-2PM/11AM-7PM (Includes Weekday & Weekend Shifts)

Compensation: $19.00/Hour

Overview

Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.

Benefits

• Start Strong: Orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities.
• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan (Part-Time or Per Diem, are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year)
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

A Nutrition Assistant performs numerous duties related to patient menu systems. Responsible for patient food service contact, patient menu management, obtaining patient menu selections, data collection, and communication of patient food service needs. Follows standard practices and complies with regulatory requirements.

• Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency of the menu management system.
• Prepare, assemble, deliver, and retrieve patient menus/menu selections according to prescribed diets.
• Assist patients in completing menu selections compliant with prescribed diet.
• Offer alternative menu, as allowed on prescribed diet and in accordance with food allergies, food sensitivities, and cultural, ethnic, and religious preferences.
• Update and/or validate diet changes in the patient menu system with the most current diet order.
• Update and/or validate that menu and nourishment labeling are compliant with the most current diet order. Create, print, and place menu labels as needed.
• Communicates patient care and food service issues to the department.
• Print and distribute reports, such as meal tallies, patient diet lists, and nourishment lists.
• Follow HIPAA and Joint Commission guidelines in accordance with organizational and departmental policies.
• Perform clerical assignments in the Food & Nutrition office, including faxing, answering phones, filing, photocopying, etc.
• Maintains organization and efficiency of department office.
• Follows up with inquiries and requests in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Maintain proper levels of office and menu supplies.
• Attend in‑services and other departmental‑related meetings.
• Assists tray line, food service aides, or catering as needed.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous office experience or equivalent required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of therapeutic diets preferred.

Per Diem Requirement

Must be available to work Six (6) shifts per Six (6) week schedule; Three (3) must be on the Weekend (Saturday's or Sunday's).