Nutrition Assistant II

Nutrition Assistant IIInspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.The posted compensation range of $18.60 - $28.83/hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.As our Nutrition Assistant II, you will participate in and support all aspects of healthcare food service operations. You will play a key role in ensuring that our dietary services are executed efficiently and in full compliance with established standards.Every day, you will work with facility staff to provide optimal nutritional care to our patients. By utilizing the diet manual handbook and diet spreadsheets, you will ensure that every meal served is in strict compliance with the patient's prescribed diet order.To be successful in your role, you will demonstrate excellent customer service to patients, guests, and staff. Your ability to combine technical accuracy with a compassionate, professional approach is essential to delivering high-quality nutritional support.Prepare and serve food according to menu and dietary requirements, utilizing necessary kitchen equipment while maintaining knowledge of ingredients to address food allergy requests.Adhere to healthcare foodservice standards and regulations by monitoring food temperatures, preventing cross-contamination, maintaining personal hygiene, and ensuring proper labeling and storage of all food, equipment, and machinery.Provide a high-quality patient experience by ensuring accurate meal portioning, aesthetic presentation, and service recovery, escalating issues to leadership when necessary.Follow therapeutic diet modifications and allergy restrictions for all patient meals, nourishments, and snacks, while utilizing electronic diet office software and health records to access diet orders and nutritional reports.Act as a communication liaison by explaining basic therapeutic diets to patients and families, collecting food preferences, and escalating complex clinical nutrition questions to the appropriate support team.Support efficient department operations by managing production tools, performing general cleaning of work areas and equipment, and completing other duties as assigned by leadership.RequiredOne (1) year food service experienceHigh School Diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experienceIf a Food Handler Permit is a requirement by your state, county or local health code, you must obtain it within 30 days of hire or what is required by your state, county or local health code.*Arizona - Maricopa, Yavapai - ANSI Accredited FHP or ServSafeCalifornia - Riverside, San Bernardino, San DiegoKansas - LeavenworthKentucky - Jessamine, Fayette, Madison, MontgomeryNebraska - LancasterNevada - ClarkOregonTexas - ANSI Accredited FHP or ServsafeUtahWashington - Food Handler Permit required upon hirePenrose - St. Francis Health Services is a full-service, 712-bed acute care provider in Colorado Springs comprising Penrose Hospital, St. Francis Hospital and St. Francis Hospital - Interquest. Penrose Hospital serves as the anchor hospital of Penrose-St. Francis Health Services with 300-licensed beds and the ability to provide tertiary (high tech) medical-surgical services with an emphasis on elective and outpatient care. Established in 1890, Penrose Hospital has grown to become a major health treatment and referral center, specializing in cancer care, cardiac care, emergency trauma care and physical rehabilitation. It's an incredible time to join us as we are a proud Magnet Hospital with designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for superior quality in nursing care. With more than 300 days of annual sunshine, mild winters and easy-to-access recreational areas like Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and some of Colorado's top destination resorts, you will enjoy an incredible lifestyle while having the career you've always wanted.Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards.