Nutrition Coordinator

Nutrition Coordinator

Under the supervision of the Dietary Supervisor & Dietitian, the primary purpose of your job position is to provide assistance in all dietary functions for Health Care Areas as directed/instructed and in accordance with established dietary policies and procedures.

Your job description has been designed to outline the responsibilities of your specific job title. Every effort has been made to include all items. It is understood that since you work in the service industry that NOT all situations can be listed. We encourage you to provide the best customer services possible while accomplishing the tasks of your job. The omission of specific duties or responsibilities does not mean that you should not complete the task. Your job description outlines the general duties as well as establishes the method for performing other duties as assigned by a Director, Vice President or President.

Each job description contains 7 essential categories for every job and 2 categories of title specific duties. Please review them and ask your supervisor if you have any questions.

Maintain a good work rapport with inter-departmental personnel.

Assist in planning, developing, organizing and implementing departmental activities as directed.

Assist coordinating departmental service with other departments.

Adhere to all WHV policies and procedures.

Perform administrative duties such as: filing, completing forms, reading memos and attend meetings, as directed.

Create and maintain a good customer service environment.

Attends monthly town hall meetings as scheduled.

Attend and participate in all required in-services and educational classes.

Attend and participate in workshops, seminars and coursework, as directed.

Follow and establish safety procedures and precautions when performing the aspects of your job.

Report all injuries immediately to your supervisor.

Lift using proper technique. Assist others when directed.

Report all unsafe and hazardous conditions and equipment to your supervisor.

Maintain a work area that is clean and hazard free.

Follow all infection control procedures as they apply.

Know and follow fire and disaster plans.

Use personal protective equipment when performing tasks that might involve infectious materials.

Report all equipment malfunctions or breakdowns immediately.

Report low or depleted supplies to the appropriate person.

Use equipment for its intended purpose.

Follow correct official procedures when using equipment.

Maintain the confidentiality of resident information.

Handle all resident property with respect.

Knock before entering into a resident's room or dwelling.

Ensure that residents are treated fairly and with respect allowing for individuality and privacy.

Uphold the residents' civil rights.

Follow all OSHA, CDC guidelines.

Review book of Material Safety Data Sheets prior to working with any chemicals.

Treat all team members fairly and equally without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, religion, handicap or marital status.

Adhere to all local, state or federal regulations as they apply.

Completes annual compliance training and exhibits behavior as set forth by the code of conduct in the performance of their duties.

Abides by White Horse Village's code of conduct in the performance of their duties.

Serve on committees as assigned.

When serving on a committee, participate to the fullest of your ability.

Work with the Dietary Supervisor/Dietitian as necessary and implement recommended changes as required.

Post weekly menus and therapeutic diet spreadsheets in all healthcare areas.

Maintains current computerized tray system

Assure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.

Supervise the completion/filing of residents' menus for therapeutic diets following dietitian's orders and delivers said menus.

Check menus before each meal: orders food from production accordingly.

Makes rounds, picking up menus and diet requisitions as needed.

Supervise and complete the delivery production requirements to supervisor as per departmental policies (including checking line for temperature, texture, taste, and accuracy of preparation.)

Informs cooks of necessary items needed

Assist in determining dietary aide staffing requirements necessary to meet the Dietary Department's needs.

Delegate administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability to other dietary aides as deemed necessary to perform their assigned duties.

Develop/maintain standardized methods in which dietary tasks will be performed in accordance with policies and procedures.

Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the department

Recommend to the Director of Dining Service the equipment and supply needs of all dietary aides

Make periodic rounds to check equipment and to assure that necessary equipment is available and working properly.

Assist in developing and implementing procedures for the safe operation of all dietary aide equipment.

Assure that only trained and authorized personnel operate the department's equipment.

Assure that all dietary aides operate dietary service equipment in a safe manner.

Assist in developing and implementing procedures, which ensure that dietary service supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste.

Set up any catering functions in HC when needed

Assure meal service begins on time at each meal.

Assist in all healthcare dining rooms as needed.

Communicate with Nursing to insure all residents have been fed

Assure inventory sheets are completed and turned in, weekly

Perform all other duties as assigned.

Visit all new residents and provide explanation of meals and meal service

Assure all menu packets are organized and up to date

Completes annual compliance and HIPAA training and exhibits behavior as set forth by the Code of Conduct in the performance of duties.

Adheres to the Organizations Policies and Procedures regarding the Compliance Program of the organization and is timely in reporting any possible concerns.

Follows all local, state and federal regulations as they pertain to the position.

Adheres to the Organization's Policy and Procedures covering Privacy and Security in Compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Integrity: Doing the right thing even when nobody is looking.

Compassion: Demonstrate care and empathy in all our interactions.

Inclusiveness: Create a diverse environment that is welcoming and accepting.

Growth: Explore opportunities for learning and change.

Generosity: Give of oneself to benefit others.

Respect: Value the worth of each person.

Relationships: Develop meaningful connections with one another.

Stewardship: Commit to use our resources wisely.