Nutrition Technician PRN (As Needed)
Children's National Hospital
Summary
The Nutrition Technician will be responsible for accurate preparation, translation and delivery of special formulas/supplements/trays according to the department policies and procedures. Will be responsible for the maintenance of patient Food and Nutrition records, kardex and logs for order accuracy using current Information technology and act as the source of current patient diet order status. Answer patient foodservice phone and documents all request.
Job description
About the Role
The Nutrition Technician will be responsible for accurate preparation, translation and delivery of special formulas/supplements/trays according to the department policies and procedures. Will be responsible for the maintenance of patient Food and Nutrition records, kardex and logs for order accuracy using current Information technology and act as the source of current patient diet order status. Answer patient foodservice phone and documents all request.
Functional Accountabilities
Professionalism
- Polite and professional attitude to all customers.
- Communicate pertinent information to Supervisor/Manager or Director.
Nutrition Service
- Receive and maintain accurate and current orders for patient meal service or formulas utilizing CNMC information systems.
- Prepare, review and correct patient menus and adhere to the principles of special diets.
- Prepare and deliver infant formula and special supplements according to RD approved formula and/or department standards.
- Prepare patient listing with accurate diet/formula information and special instructions for department Patient Service staff per approved department standards.
- Maintain patient information in kardex, logbook and/or IT systems from Nutrition Technician and ask appropriate clarification of patient orders.
- Inventory special food items, menus and other related resources; communicate needs to appropriate supervisor/manager.
Productivity
- Enter applicable data on floor stock and nourishment usage; print daily/weekly reports per department guidelines accurately and timely.
- Collect data for Performance Improvement processes, as requested.
Safety and Sanitation
- Comply with maintenance of safety and sanitation standards of the department, institution and regulatory agencies.
- Maintain integrity, cleanliness and operational safety of meal delivery cart system according to HACCP standards.
Office Support
- Answer department phone and keep appropriate log information; respond to voice mail per department guidelines.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED (Required)
- A.A. (Preferred)
- 3 years Related healthcare, foodservice experience (Required)
- Basic calculations (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication).
- Ability to translate written instructions and numeric formulas into special diet products and/or infant formulas.
- Ability to accurately measure micro and macro levels of special products, using scale and other measuring tools.
- Ability to perform basic information Technology data entry and print functions.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage
- Prescription drug coverage
- Infertility services
- Transgender health services
- Paid time off
- Sick leave
- Holidays
- 401(k) plan
- Healthcare spending accounts
- Dependent care spending accounts
- Employer-paid life insurance
- AD&D insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Tuition assistance
- Fitness resources
- Employee assistance program
Company overview
Children's National Hospital is a premier pediatric healthcare institution located in Washington, D.C., recognized as one of the top children's hospitals in the United States. Founded in 1870, it serves as the region's primary pediatric academic medical center, providing comprehensive care across all pediatric specialties. The hospital operates a 323-bed facility and offers advanced medical services including neonatal intensive care, pediatric surgery, oncology, cardiology, and neurology. As an academic medical center affiliated with the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Children's National is deeply involved in pediatric research, medical education, and clinical innovation. The institution is particularly renowned for its Sheikh Zayed Institute for Pediatric Surgical Innovation and its leadership in pediatric genomics and precision medicine. Children's National consistently ranks among the top pediatric hospitals nationally, with specialties in cancer, cardiology, neurology, and neonatology receiving particular recognition for excellence in patient care and outcomes.