Job Overview
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
comprehensive benefits
Professional Development
Paid Time Off
flexible positions
employee wellness program
Recognition as a top healthcare employer
Job Description
Baton Rouge General is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional medical services to the communities of Baton Rouge and its surrounding areas. As a cornerstone of the region's healthcare system, Baton Rouge General operates across three campuses with over 600 licensed beds, offering a comprehensive range of services that span from childbirth and newborn care to end-of-life hospice support. The organization prides itself on a mission to preserve and restore health, one person at a time, embodying compassion and care in every aspect of its service. Recognized both nationally and locally, Baton Rouge General stands out as a... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Experience in food service or patient nutrition support preferred
- Knowledge of dietary restrictions and patient safety protocols
- Understanding of HIPAA compliance standards
- Ability to work in fast-paced healthcare environments
- Strong communication skills
- Commitment to maintaining infection control and food safety standards
Job Qualifications
- Compassionate and courteous team player with strong communication skills
- Experience in food service or patient nutrition support preferred
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Knowledge of dietary restrictions, patient safety, and HIPAA compliance
- Familiarity with basic infection control and food safety standards
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient care
- Ability to work efficiently in fast-paced healthcare settings
Job Duties
- Visiting assigned patients to assist with menu selections and offering alternative food choices
- Recording diet changes and completing menu selections within scheduled timelines
- Compiling and communicating accurate menu data to food production staff
- Monitoring and delivering labeled nourishments to nursing units and maintaining nourishment inventory
- Preparing patient trays and setting up tray lines according to dietary guidelines and portion standards
- Delivering and retrieving meal trays with attention to etiquette and patient satisfaction
- Maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe work environment, including correct equipment use and adherence to infection control protocols
- Reporting patient concerns to the Clinical Nutritionist and completing all other assigned duties
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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