Infant Nutrition Tech NICU FT Days

Trinity Health

8d • Onsite

About The Position

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa’s largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest’s largest referral centers. With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers. Job Description Want to learn more about MercyOne Des Moines? Click here: Find a Location Des Moines, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Des Moines Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire an Infant Nutrition Tech. As an Infant Nutrition Tech at MercyOne, you will Under supervision this position is accountable for the preparation of infant feedings assigned within the NICU. Reviews feeding plans and medical orders to address the specific nutritional needs of each infant for accurate preparation of feedings using breast milk, donor breast milk, formula, fortifiers, and other additives. Preparation techniques must adhere to all sanitary regulations and standards established by regulating agencies and the health care facility, which should include compliance with policies related to the institution's plan for enteral feeding. Performs all duties in a manner that supports team concept. Schedule: 8-hour shifts; Monday - Friday 7:00 PM – 3:30 PM; rotating holidays (could include weekend if holiday falls on your holiday) General Requirements: Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions. Prepares and delivers all infant feedings as ordered. Verifies all infant feeding orders with Ordering Provider/Registered Nurse for accuracy and obtains standardized recipes as needed. Prepares feedings accurately according to established written formulations according to quality control and infection control standards. Uses correct techniques to measure powders and liquids. Accurately identifies individual patient feeding and applies proper labeling. The Infant Nutrition Tech will verify prepared feedings in the computer with RN prior to delivering feedings to the patient room refrigerators. Maintains daily records of patient profiles or updates computerized patient profile regarding infant feeding orders. Uses computer system to update patient feeding orders and to print labels and production lists, communicates with health care personnel regarding orders. Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience in medical environment preferred. Medical terminology experience preferred. Preferred food-handling experience, sanitation practices, detail-oriented related work. Proof of Mandatory Reporter-Child and Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire. Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system! Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proof of Mandatory Reporter-Child and Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in medical environment preferred.
• Medical terminology experience preferred.
• Preferred food-handling experience, sanitation practices, detail-oriented related work.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and delivers all infant feedings as ordered.
• Verifies all infant feeding orders with Ordering Provider/Registered Nurse for accuracy and obtains standardized recipes as needed.
• Prepares feedings accurately according to established written formulations according to quality control and infection control standards.
• Uses correct techniques to measure powders and liquids.
• Accurately identifies individual patient feeding and applies proper labeling.
• The Infant Nutrition Tech will verify prepared feedings in the computer with RN prior to delivering feedings to the patient room refrigerators.
• Maintains daily records of patient profiles or updates computerized patient profile regarding infant feeding orders.
• Uses computer system to update patient feeding orders and to print labels and production lists, communicates with health care personnel regarding orders.

Benefits

• Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!
• Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees