NUTRITION ASSISTANT I - IRVINE DIETARY - KITCHEN Job at Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian, Irvine, CA

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  • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
  • Irvine, CA

Job Description

Salary Range:  22.00 - 32.03 /hour. Actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, skill level, and education.

 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The Nutrition Assistant (NA) displays and practice a work-style that reflects the mission, vision and values of the department and hospital. Projects an image of professionalism in communication, appearance and conduct. Participates in the continuous quality improvement (CQI) process by completing appropriate forms and preventative maintenance logs.

 

The Nutrition Assistant (NA) is responsible for delivering nutrition service to patients. This involves obtaining meal selections utilizing a computerized tablet in the electronic diet office system; obtaining and documenting food preferences (likes, dislikes, allergies, and cultural or special dietary needs); utilizing safe food handling practices; prepares foods to meet the dietary needs of the patient; actively participates on trayline for accurate tray set-up; deliver and retrieve trays according to established patient safety guidelines.

 

The NA works under the direction of the Nutrition Assistant Lead, the Patient Care Supervisors and the Patient Services Operations Manager. The NA also collaborates and takes direction from the clinical nutrition staff as well as working closely with nursing to ensure patient satisfaction. Contributes to positive customer relations especially with regard to customer service by assuring high quality service and that sanitation standards are met.

 

The NA will perform all other duties as assigned by lead, supervisor or manager. 

 

Education and Experience

Required :

  • High school graduate or equivalent.

 

Preferred :

  • Previous food service, customer service and/or hospital experience.
  • College students with RD, DTR majors or related fields desired.
  • Computer skills preferred.
  • Knowledge of therapeutic diets preferred.
  • Previous exposure to the hospital environment.

 

Certifications

Preferred:

  • ServSafe Certification

 

About Hoag

Hoag is a nonprofit, regional healthcare delivery system in Orange County, California. Delivering world-class, comprehensive, personalized care, Hoag consists of 1,800 top physicians, 15 urgent care facilities, 10 health and wellness centers, and two award-winning hospitals. Hoag offers a comprehensive blend of health care services that includes seven institutes providing specialized services in the following areas:  cancer ,  digestive health ,  heart and vascular ,  neurosciences ,  spine ,  women's health , and orthopedics through Hoag's affiliate,  Hoag Orthopedic Institute , which consists of an orthopedic hospital and four ambulatory surgical centers. Hoag is the highest-ranked hospital in Orange County by  U.S. News & World Report  and the only OC hospital ranked in the Top 10 in California, as well as a designated  Magnet®hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). For more information about Hoag careers, visit  careers.hoag.org .

Hoag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hoag is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Hoag hires a diverse group of people in a manner that allows them to reach their full potential in the pursuit of organizational objectives.

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Immediate start,

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