Nutrition Assistant, PRN

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in St. Louis is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to deliver patient meals within the Food and Nutrition Services team.

You will follow guidelines with high accuracy during delivery, setup, and monitoring of meal service, and interact warmly with patients, families, and hospital staff. Ideal candidates have a High School diploma, read and write well, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn and work as part of a team.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and write well.
• Positive attitude and good personal appearance.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.
• Equipment used: Computer and/or tablet, basic food service equipment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient meals with high accuracy during delivery, setup and monitoring of meal service.
• Provide courteous customer service to patients, families and hospital staff.
• Interact professionally with patients and colleagues to support nutrition services.

Skills

Reading/writing skills

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Customer interaction

Computer/tablet use

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer or tablet

Basic food service equipment

Job description

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.

Find your calling at Mercy!

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

Preferred Education: High School diploma or equivalent

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

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.