Nutrition Assistant

State of Oklahoma

2d

About The Position

Basic Purpose Positions in this job family are involved in paraprofessional dietetic work in a nutrition and dietetic service unit in a facility, institution, school, hospital or public health department. Typical Functions The functions performed in this job family will vary by level, unit and organization, but may include the following: Interviews patients and takes diet histories. • Reviews patient medical charts for dietetic and nutritional information. • Assists nutrition therapist in determining appropriate nutritional care of patients. • Gives individual diet instructions to patients with normal and modified diets, as directed by a nutrition therapist. • Conducts classes on general nutrition and consumer education. • Participates in public information and educational activities regarding nutrition. • Maintains records and prepares reports. Level Descriptor Levels are distinguished based on the complexity of assigned duties, the level of expertise required for completion of work assignments, and the responsibility assigned for the supervision of others. This is the basic level where employees perform routine entry-level work, and receive training in providing care or services to patients or clients. In this role they will primarily assist other nursing and nutritionist staff performing various functions and work under the technical supervision of a dietitian/nutrition therapist in a facility, institution, school, hospital or public health setting.

Requirements

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; to record observations and activities; to follow oral and written directions; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Education and Experience requirements consist of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients and takes diet histories.
• Reviews patient medical charts for dietetic and nutritional information.
• Assists nutrition therapist in determining appropriate nutritional care of patients.
• Gives individual diet instructions to patients with normal and modified diets, as directed by a nutrition therapist.
• Conducts classes on general nutrition and consumer education.
• Participates in public information and educational activities regarding nutrition.
• Maintains records and prepares reports.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees