Patient Dining Associate - Care & Nutrition Support

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Brick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Catering to You - Patient Dining Associate to assist patients with menu selections and coordinate with the Food and Nutrition Department to ensure meals meet nutritional needs and patient preferences.

This role emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and adaptability in a hospital setting, with opportunities to grow while delivering high-quality care to patients and their caregivers.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma required.
• Customer service skills.
• Proficiency with basic computer skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs.
• Strong sense of accountability for improving the lives of our patients.
• Exceptional focus on teamwork.
• Dedication to ongoing education.
• Ability and passion to deliver the highest quality of care based on a strong sense of patient focus.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with menu selections in coordination with the Food and Nutrition Department.
• Collaborate with clinical staff regarding patient nutrition needs or requirements.
• Ensure meals are nutritious and satisfactory for patients and caregivers.

Skills

Customer service

Computer skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Patient-focused care

Accountability

Education

GED or high school diploma

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Catering to You - Patient Dining Associate to assist patients with menu selections and coordinate with the Food and Nutrition Department to ensure meals meet nutritional needs and patient preferences.

This role emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and adaptability in a hospital setting, with opportunities to grow while delivering high-quality care to patients and their caregivers.