Nutrition Assistant, PRN

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to represent Food and Nutrition Services by delivering patient meals with accuracy and care. You will interact with patients, families, and hospital staff to ensure timely, quality meal service.

Responsibilities emphasize customer service, teamwork, and following guidelines under supervision. A high school diploma or equivalent and basic computer skills are required; Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within the hospital system.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and write well.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient meals with accuracy and timeliness.
• Set up and monitor meal service for patients.
• Provide courteous customer service to patients, families and staff.

Skills

Ability to read and write well

Positive attitude

Team player

Willingness to learn

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer / Tablet

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.

Job Description

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.