NUTRITION CLERK UHC-NUTRITION

Union Health; Clinton (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off starting day one

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250

Success Sharing

403b Retirement Employer Match

Job summary

Union Health is seeking a Nutrition Assistant on the Clinton campus. You will support dietitians, prepare and modify patient menus, and ensure meals meet dietary orders and patient needs with compassion.

Responsibilities include entering orders, confirming preferences, and coordinating with care teams. The role offers part-time and full-time options, with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within Union Health.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Experience in hospital nutrition preferred but not required.
• Ability to work with a personal computer and health software.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and enters diet orders to assemble correct menus for patients.
• Inputs patient preferences accurately into Health Touch.
• Understanding basic nutrition and modified diets for menu planning.
• Honors patient preferences, tolerances and allergies in menus.
• Communicates with dietitians, nursing stations and volunteers.
• Ensures menus match diet orders and updates Cerner in Health Touch.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

PC skills

Flexible schedule

Education

Certified Dietary Manager

Dietary Technician Registered

Job description

The Nutrition Department at Union Health is looking for a team member for the Clinton campus. We are looking for individuals who are compassionate, fully committed to providing the highest quality health care experience and dedicated to supporting their team who work in a fast-paced environment. The position ensures that all patients are well taken care of during their treatment according to their dietary needs and restrictions. A Nutrition Clerk serve meals to patients and assist in various processes related to the preparation and delivery of meals, also assists with nutrition services and may work in a number of roles depending on the facility needs.

Join us as we provide compassionate service and high-quality care to the Wabash Valley Communities. We are committed to helping you find a role that recognizes your interests, expertise, and talent and helping you achieve your long-term career goals and aspirations. At Union, you’ll experience an inclusive environment in which you are empowered to be your best self every day.

In addition to competitive pay, Union co-workers enjoy:

• Part-time and Full-time schedules
• Paid Time Off starting day one.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 each year.
• Success Sharing
• 403bRetirement Employer Match.
• Much More!

Be part of an organization that is dedicated to your work-life balance, career, growth, and development. Union Health,U MatterandU Belong.

Nutrition Assistant Essential Job Duties:

• Organizes and enters diet orders in computer in order to assemble correct menus for all patients.
• Inputs patient preferences correctly into Health Touch.
• Understands basic elements of good nutrition and modified diets when preparing patient menus. Can accurately use diabetic and renal exchange list. Ensures all non-selective meals receive adequate kcal/nutrients and meal components.
• Honors patient preferences, tolerances, and allergies when modifying menus.
• Effectively communicates with dietitians and nursing stations, volunteers, etc.
• Makes sure all patient menus correspond with diet ordered.
• Makes accurate changes in incorrect diet orders from Cerner in Health Touch.
• Communicates any problems with equipment with management and the appropriate help desk.
• Is knowledgeable regarding Hospital policies, procedures, and general information.
• Determines nutritional adequacy of marked menus, using basic four food groups.
• Accepts other duties as assigned. Knows opening and closing procedures, including temperature logs and sanitizing/cleaning procedures.
• Takes breaks within acceptable time limits, reports to work on time, and has good attendance record.
• Recognizes self-improvement needs and seeks assistance in meeting those needs through self-study and educational offerings.

Education, Training & Experience

• Must be accomplished in written and verbal communication.
• Previous experience in hospital nutrition department preferred but not necessary.
• Ability to work with personal computer.
• Flexible in schedule to meet the demands of the department.
• Certified Dietary Manager or Dietary Technician Registered

Please note that the salary information provided on the career site for this position opening may not necessarily reflect the accurate compensation associated with the role.

We encourage candidates to inquire further and engage in direct communication with Union Health for comprehensive salary details.

As an EOE/AA employer, Union Hospital, Inc. will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.