NUTRITION ASSISTANT

Samaritan Health Services•Portland, OR

1d•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Care for our community, and your career. Essential Functions: Follow resident’s bill of rights and always treat resident with dignity and respect. Assist the Registered Dietitian with record keeping consisting of resident lists, weight, intake, data, and other pertinent information related to the diet and nutritional care of the residents Assists the Registered Dietitian in the maintenance of nutrition related documentation such and progress notes and care plans. Monitor resident food/fluids intake by completing routine meal observation as well as interviewing resident or food habits and other pertinent information related to their meal plan. Represents the Foodservice Department at team conferences and other facility committees/meetings as assigned. Assists in observing the flow of meal services to ensure it is efficient and as planned Works proficiently with the appropriate keyboard skills to use the company’s software, as well as other PC functions. Practices and ensure personal and environmental safety at all times Shows dependability by being punctual and maintain schedule compliance Maintain a good working relationship among co-workers thought appropriate communication Attends required in service programs Complies with corporate confidentiality and privacy policies and procedures Performs any other duties as assigned Education and Experience: Literate, emotionally mature adult in good health possessing integrity, poise, dignity, and good grooming. Candidate must possess a minimum of high school diploma or equivalent. Experience in food service is preferred. Candidate must have a basic and working knowledge of personal computer hardware and software. Computer proficiency (word processing, spreadsheet) with ability to create forms, reports, graphs, and tables is preferred but not required. Must have the ability to read, write, and follow oral/written instructions. Must be self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personally, resident, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public. Samaritan is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Disabled, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people. At Samaritan, everyone’s job is critical to the successful care of our patients. Be a part of an organization whose employees, medical staff, volunteers and students choose to spend their time here because they are dedicated, enthusiastic, truly care about making a difference…and are surrounded by over 2,500 others who feel the same way. Become part of an organization whose ongoing strategic planning drives our organization forward and sets the tone for future growth and development. Samaritan is a fiscally sound and stable organization. Thanks to the hard work and dedication of our medical staff and employees combined with careful management, our bottom line is strong, which allows us to provide stable jobs, and offer ever-improving quality of care. Enjoy the natural beauty of Northern New York, minutes from Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River. A safe community, low cost of living and minimal commute times mean more time for enjoying life outside of work. Exceptional, dedicated people, rewarding opportunities, an excellent compensation and benefit program, and the ability to shape healthcare in our community are some of the reasons to join Samaritan. In 1881, we began caring for our neighbors as the House of the Good Samaritan in a home with five beds. Today, Samaritan Health is a comprehensive not-for-profit health system. And as we’ve grown to meet the changing needs of our region, we’ve held fast to our community roots. At Samaritan, we’ve invested in the best medical talent, facilities and equipment to offer a full continuum of care close to home. That means our patients can spend more time healing and less time traveling out of the area for the care they need. As the largest hospital and the largest private employer in the region, the health of our community is our priority – in fact, it’s our mission. That’s why Samaritan invests time and resources to support local non-profit organizations and events. It’s also why our people lend a hand to little league teams, churches and fundraisers—all to help Northern New York thrive.

Requirements

Literate, emotionally mature adult in good health possessing integrity, poise, dignity, and good grooming.
Candidate must possess a minimum of high school diploma or equivalent.
Candidate must have a basic and working knowledge of personal computer hardware and software.
Must have the ability to read, write, and follow oral/written instructions.
Must be self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personally, resident, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.

Nice To Haves

Experience in food service is preferred.
Computer proficiency (word processing, spreadsheet) with ability to create forms, reports, graphs, and tables is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Follow resident’s bill of rights and always treat resident with dignity and respect.
Assist the Registered Dietitian with record keeping consisting of resident lists, weight, intake, data, and other pertinent information related to the diet and nutritional care of the residents
Assists the Registered Dietitian in the maintenance of nutrition related documentation such and progress notes and care plans.
Monitor resident food/fluids intake by completing routine meal observation as well as interviewing resident or food habits and other pertinent information related to their meal plan.
Represents the Foodservice Department at team conferences and other facility committees/meetings as assigned.
Assists in observing the flow of meal services to ensure it is efficient and as planned
Works proficiently with the appropriate keyboard skills to use the company’s software, as well as other PC functions.
Practices and ensure personal and environmental safety at all times
Shows dependability by being punctual and maintain schedule compliance
Maintain a good working relationship among co-workers thought appropriate communication
Attends required in service programs
Complies with corporate confidentiality and privacy policies and procedures
Performs any other duties as assigned