Nutrition Assistant - PRN

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to deliver patient meals with accuracy and care. You will set up, monitor, and support meal service while engaging with patients, families, and hospital staff to ensure a positive dining experience.

The role emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and a readiness to learn with access to nutrition guidelines and hospital systems. This is a frontline role within Food and Nutrition Services.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and write well; positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Willingness to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient meals accurately and on time.
• Set up, monitor, and support meal service according to guidelines.
• Provide friendly, patient-focused service to patients, families, and hospital staff.

Skills

Reading and writing

Customer service

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer

Tablet

Basic food service equipment

Job description

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Overview

The Nutrition Assistant represents Food and Nutrition Services by delivering patient meals. They follow all guidelines with a high expectation for accuracy during delivery, set up, and monitoring of meal service. The Nutrition Assistant excels at customer service and personal interaction with patients, their families, and hospital staff.

Qualifications

Education

Licensure:

Experience & Certifications

• Jefferson: Food Handlers within 90 days of hire
• SPRG: Food Handlers within 90 days of hire

Other: Skills, knowledge and abilities: Ability to read and write well. Nutrition in a Nutshell within 90 days. Positive attitude, friendly smile, good personal appearance. Willingness to learn and work as part of a team. Working conditions, mental and physical requirements: Equipment used: Computer and/or tablet, basic food service equipment

Preferred Education: High School diploma or equivalent Preferred Licensure:

Why Mercy?

• From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.