Nutrition Associate, Prn

Franciscan Alliance Inc

Michigan City, Indiana, US
Not specified
Therapeutic diet menu selection assistance
Patient meal tray accuracy verification
Tube-feeding product delivery and labeling
The Nutrition Associate position at Franciscan Alliance entails assisting patients with menu selections tailored to their therapeutic diets, while serving as a liaison between patients and clinical dietitians. Ideal candidates should have healthcare or food service experience and preferably hold a Food Handler Certification. The role emphasizes patient interaction and nutrition care within a compassionate healthcare environment

Job Summary

  • The Nutrition Associate assists patients in making menu selections appropriate for their specific therapeutic diets while ensuring patient satisfaction.
  • This role serves as a critical liaison between patients, food service, and clinical staff to deliver optimum nutrition care.
  • Franciscan Health is a large Catholic healthcare system committed to providing compassionate, comprehensive care across the Midwest.

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The Nutrition Associate position at Franciscan Alliance entails assisting patients with menu selections tailored to their therapeutic diets, while serving as a liaison between patients and clinical dietitians. Ideal candidates should have healthcare or food service experience and preferably hold a Food Handler Certification. The role emphasizes patient interaction and nutrition care within a compassionate healthcare environment.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Therapeutic diet menu selection assistance
  • Patient meal tray accuracy verification
  • Tube-feeding product delivery and labeling
  • Collaboration with nursing and dietitian staff

Nice-to-have

  • Compassionate patient care approach
  • Performance improvement initiative participation
  • Strong communication skills with clinical teams

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED preferred
  • 1 year healthcare or food service experience preferred
  • Food Handler Certification (ServSafe) preferred

Work Rights

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