Nutritional Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Moreno Valley, California, United States Riverside County, CA Full time
Salary : $49, $75,863.20 Annually

Location : Moreno Valley

Job Type: Regular

Department: RUHS-Medical Center

Division: Clinical Nutrition

ABOUT THE POSITION

Riverside University Health System (RUHS) Medical Center is looking for a Nutritional Support Specialist to enhance our team. This role is essential in providing support in nutritional guidance and food service management.

Under the guidance of a registered Dietitian, the Nutritional Support Specialist plays a crucial role in assisting with dietary education, nutritional assessments, and overseeing food service personnel in the preparation and delivery of meals.

This position serves as a key link between nutrition services and food production, working closely with patients to deliver tailored dietary instructions and gather essential dietary history. Responsibilities also include supervising the distribution of meal trays to patients, ensuring their satisfaction, and potentially engaging in administrative food service tasks such as managing food preparation and service operations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Verify meal tray accuracy
  • Handle incoming calls
  • Generate meal tickets
  • Utilize food service management software
ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Review patient dietary records.

• Analyze laboratory results related to nutritional health.

• Conduct patient interviews upon admission or dietary changes to gather food preferences and dietary history.

• Employ food service software to access patient information, adjust meal plans, and produce meal tickets.

• Interpret dietary orders, allergies, and nutritional goals, modifying menus as necessary.

• Document initial nutritional assessments in patient records; provide dietary education for various dietary restrictions in preparation for discharge.

• Assist registered Dietitians in educating patients on specialized diets; develop tailored menus and recommend nutritional supplements.

• Supervise food service staff in the assembly of meal trays, ensuring dietary accuracy and presentation quality.

• Oversee meal delivery personnel to ensure efficient service.

• Address issues related to nutrition services, including patient follow-up post-discharge.

• Monitor calorie intake for patients with nutritional deficiencies to ensure adequate nourishment; contribute to menu planning for patients.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Relevant experience in a food or nutrition-related environment.

Knowledge of: Nutritional principles for health; therapeutic dietary practices; human physiology; foundational methods of meal planning, food preparation, and presentation; age-specific nutritional care; interviewing and counseling techniques; basic supervisory skills.

Ability to: Evaluate nutritional status through interviews and chart reviews; design menus that meet patient nutritional needs; assist Dietitians in executing nutrition care plans; educate patients and families effectively; inspire food service staff to meet quality standards.

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