Nutrition Services Attendant

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Essentia Health’s St. Marys Medical Center in Duluth, MN is seeking a Nutrition Services Attendant to assist with patient meal service and dietary needs.

You will take orders from patients and families, both in person and by phone, and help coordinate with the Registered Dietitian on diet-related questions. You will support daily nutrition operations, keep diet records accurate, and participate in floor inventory and general service duties on a 0.6 FTE schedule.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, and communicate clearly in English.
• Experience in food service or retail preferred.
• Ability to learn specialized computer software (Epic, CBORD).

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and guests, take meal orders according to diet orders.
• Serve meal trays and supplements to patients.
• Act as liaison between patient and Registered Dietitian for questions about diet.
• Maintain diet records and assist with menu planning and inventory.

Skills

Customer service

English proficiency

Basic computer skills

Epic CBORD software

Tools

Epic software

CBORD system

Job description

Building Location:Building B - St Marys Medical CenterDepartment:2009820 NUTRITION SERVICES - SMMC HOSPJob Description:The Nutrition Services Attendant assists in providing high-quality food and nutritional care to hospital patients and guests by taking and delivering meal orders in person from patients and family and by phone in an office setting. The attendant sees patients at their bedside to assist with menu selections, obtain dietary preferences, and clarify allergies. Maintains accurate computerized diet records, and performs tasks related to the set up and service of patient meals. Effectively coordinates nutrition needs and services for patients, visitors, caregivers, and healthcare team.Education Qualifications:Key Responsibilities:Greets patients and guests in a professional and polite manner, takes meal orders according to assigned diet order, serves meal trays and supplementsActs as a liaison between the patient and a Registered Dietitian when a patient expresses questions or concerns about their diet, supplements/snacks, etc.Stays up to date on menu items, special diet restrictions, how food is prepared, and describes items to patients and guestsMaintains visibility on nursing unitsConducts floor inventory, general cleaning, and other duties as assignedRequired Qualifications:Ability to use computers and learn specialized computer software (Epic, CBORD)Must have the ability to read, write, and communicate clearly, accurately, and effectively in EnglishPreferred Qualifications:Food service or retail experienceLicensure/Certification Qualifications:FTE:0.6Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:Shift Rotation:Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)Shift Start Time:Day/EveningShift End Time:EveningWeekends:YesHolidays:YesCall Obligation:NoUnion:SMMC Main Service Workers Local 70 (SMSVW)Union Posting Deadline:Compensation Range:-Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].