Part-Time Nutrition Assistant: Patient-Centered Menu Support

Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital Network; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital Network is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to support patient menu selection and perform clerical duties within the Food & Nutrition Services Department. The role operates on the nursing units under the supervision of a Diet Technician/Dietitian, contributing to quality outcomes.

Join NRHN to be part of a hospital-based nutrition team focused on patient-centered care, safety, and collaboration with patients and colleagues in a 24/7 clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with patients and hospital personnel.
• Ability to work within scheduled time constraints.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to read and write.

Responsibilities

• Nutrition Assistant is responsible for performing assigned duties in accordance with NRHN policies, procedures, and standards of care while supporting the organization’s mission, values, and commitment to quality outcomes.
• Functions as a representative of the Nutrition Service Department on the nursing units while assisting patients with menu selection. Performs a variety of clerical duties to assist in the overall activities of the clinical section of the Food & Nutrition Services Department under the general direction of the Diet Technician/Dietitian.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Numeracy

Reading and writing

Job description

Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital Network is seeking a Nutrition Assistant to support patient menu selection and perform clerical duties within the Food & Nutrition Services Department. The role operates on the nursing units under the supervision of a Diet Technician/Dietitian, contributing to quality outcomes.

Join NRHN to be part of a hospital-based nutrition team focused on patient-centered care, safety, and collaboration with patients and colleagues in a 24/7 clinical environment.