Nutrition Assistant - PRN

Mercy; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to deliver patient meals as part of Food and Nutrition Services. You will follow guidelines with a focus on accuracy during delivery, setup, and monitoring of meal service, while engaging with patients, families, and hospital staff.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, personal interaction, and teamwork in a hospital setting. Training and guidance are provided as part of Mercy's supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Reads and writes well and communicates clearly.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.
• Working conditions involve basic food service equipment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient meals with accuracy and timeliness.
• Assist with meal setup and monitoring of service.
• Provide courteous customer service to patients, families, and staff.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Computer

Tablet

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

Position Details:

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:

Preferred Experience

Preferred Certifications:

Preferred Other

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.