Patient Nutrition Support Specialist

Atlantic Health System; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

PTO & Paid Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Dietary Support Assistant to collaborate with nutritionists in improving patient well-being through dietary care. The role involves coordinating meal plans, taking orders, and ensuring accurate diet documentation, with emphasis on cultural and religious dietary preferences.

Training will align with hospital standards and patient care goals. The position supports multiple hospital centers within Atlantic Health System and offers opportunities within a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0-3 years of prior experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates patient meals with healthcare professionals and nutritionists.
• Takes patient meal orders via phone and at the bedside.
• Assists with meal selections considering cultural/religious preferences.
• Monitors and adjusts meal tickets to comply with diet orders.
• Processes new diets, changes, tube feedings, and NPO orders with accurate records.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Dietary support

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Dietary Support Assistant to collaborate with nutritionists in improving patient well-being through dietary care. The role involves coordinating meal plans, taking orders, and ensuring accurate diet documentation, with emphasis on cultural and religious dietary preferences.

Training will align with hospital standards and patient care goals. The position supports multiple hospital centers within Atlantic Health System and offers opportunities within a