Nutrition Technician - Full Time

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Salary Range:

$17.25 - $24.22

Union Position:

Yes Department Details Summary Provides general nutrition education in hospital or community settings, individually or in groups. Collaborates with patients, families, and other staff to plan, develop, and implement intermediate and moderate levels of nutrition therapy. Job Description Food Services and Nutrition Therapy parameters meet the therapeutic nutritional needs of both children and adult patients. This support enhances the efficient operation of the room service program. Ability to recognize, evaluates, and provide for nutritional needs based on cultural, ethnic, and religious beliefs. Works closely with clinical dietitians to follow through on implementation of individual nutritional plans of care for patients who are at high nutritional risk. Recommends diet changes and vitamin/mineral supplementation to physicians and other primary providers as indicated to improve nutrition status and assure nutrient adequacy for the patient. Serves as a liaison to clinical dietitians; participates in interdisciplinary patient rounds and discharge planning processes, communicates relevant facts and concerns with assigned clinical dietitians. Interprets, executes and delivers nutritional care according to diet parameters to ensure quality nutritional care on delegated patient care units. Assists patients in making appropriate selections of foods to meet therapeutic intake guidelines. Conducts patient assessments and screening to determine level of malnutrition risk according to Nutrition Therapy guidelines. Conducts patient nutrition education for individuals and/or groups as assigned. Within the community settings, provide nutrition education talks or nutrition promotion programs to people of all ages. Qualifications Associate's degree from an ADA approved Dietary Technician Program or completed two years in a Dietetics Program. Pervious experience in a clinical nutrition or hospital food service is desirable. Knowledge of the nutrient value of foods, normal and therapeutic nutrition, menu writing, recipe analysis, intake analysis and the ability to use computerized nutrition systems to comply with diet parameters. Proficient computer skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities Registration through American Dietetics Association is preferred, if the associate is a graduate of an accredited Dietetics Program. Possess a valid class D driver's license. Maintain a good driving record. Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org. The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill. Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization's transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health's commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News. Good Samaritan, one of the nation's largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan's mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.