What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospital Nutrition Aide - .8 FTE - Weekdays position at Osceola Medical Center?
Job Description
Job Description
Summary :
A Hospital Nutrition Aide assists in the delivery and service of meals to patients, staff, and visitors, ensuring they meet nutritional requirements and health standards. The role involves supporting dietitians, kitchen staff, and healthcare providers by ensuring food is appropriately served to individuals based on their specific dietary needs. Nutrition Aides also help maintain kitchen cleanliness and food safety standards in a hospital setting.
Typical Schedule :
Monday through Friday, 7 : 30 am - 2 : 30 pm
Qualifications :
High school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience in food service, healthcare, or nutrition-related roles is preferred
Basic knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and nutrition
Understanding of special dietary needs and medical conditions affecting nutrition (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, food allergies)
Ability to follow directions and maintain patient confidentiality
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Compassionate and patient-focused attitude.
Responsibilities Include :
Delivering meals to patients according to their prescribed diet, established recipes, policies and procedures.
Assisting patients with meal ordering and delivery of patient trays.
Helping prep food items sold in both the café and market locations.
Maintaining inventory of food and other supplies used in patient care facilities.
Assist with ordering food and equipment as needed and putting away deliveries.
Stocking departments with snacks / equipment cleaning such as fridge and coffee machines.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrates OMC's behavioral standards and values in daily work.
Ability to understand and apply the principles of diet restrictions and food allergens.
Ability to apply concepts of basic math, knowledge in basic food service equipment operation, safe food handling and sanitation.
Working knowledge of portion sizes, ability to calculate figures and amounts such as recipe conversion, cash register, online ordering, weights and measures, discounts, proportions, and volume.
Effectively participate in the interdisciplinary care team.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with patients, family members, and co-workers.
Time management and organizational skills.
Ability to follow set rules and protocols.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Maintain confidentiality.
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