Full Time (40 hours per week)

Primarily 6:30am to 5:00pm and 7:00am to 5:30pm with weekend and holiday rotation

Onsite for Nutrition Services

Summary:

Responsibilities:

1. Prepare, label, and distribute enteral nutrition (human milk, formulas, tube feedings, and additives) per established guidelines.

2. Manage storage, receipt, and disposal of human milk in accordance with hospital protocols.

3. Maintain sanitation and safety in feeding preparation areas and comply with regulatory standards.

4. Verify patient feeding orders in clinical information systems (EHR), generate production lists, and clarify orders as needed.

5. Calculate and document precise feeding recipes, consulting with dietitians as necessary.

6. Communicate feeding concerns or discrepancies to appropriate personnel, including nurses, dietitians, and medical staff.

7. Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with supply management for feeding preparation.

8. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to compliance requirements.

9. Assist in the Room Service Call Center by processing diet orders and guiding patient meal selections when required.

10. Maintain confidentiality and security of all patient and operational data.

11. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Other information:

Technical Expertise

1. Strong math and computation skills, including passing a feeding order proficiency test.

2. Excellent problem-solving skills.

3. Strong customer service skills with the ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and healthcare staff.

4. Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities efficiently.

5. Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software; experience with EHR systems preferred.

6. Capability to wear PPE for extended periods and tolerate prolonged standing.

Education and Experience

1. Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associate's Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or a related field preferred.

2. Years of Relevant Experience: Two (2) years preferred.

3. Certification: Nutrition and Dietetics technician, Registered (NDTR) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration is preferred. ServSafe is preferred.

Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Status: Onsite

About Akron Children's

More Than a Job. It’s loving what you do - and why you do it. Akron Children’s Hospital is ranked among the best pediatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, but it’s our compassionate approach to treatment that sets us apart. It’s creating special high-fives. Thinking of new ways to spark a smile. Holding hands to offer comfort. And working to get a giggle that brightens a room. The minute you walk into Akron Children’s, you can sense that people here love what they do. From visits with the Doggie Brigade, to the balloons and smiles in the halls, the sights and sounds are all about one thing: the children. We are the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northern Ohio and one of the fastest growing in the country. Akron Children’s has two hospital campuses in Northeast Ohio: one in Akron and the other in Boardman in the Mahoning Valley. With two hospital campuses, regional health centers and more than 50 primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, we’re making it easier for today’s busy families - regardless of where they live - to find the high-quality care they need. No matter which of our locations you choose, you’ll see that when you give the most, you get more—...support, rewards and satisfaction. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: It’s making the most of your days. Our passion is felt every day in the way people care at every level. Whether you are working with children face-to-face, or behind the scenes supporting the care and services we deliver, you impact futures. Visit us and see why it’s more than just a place to work. It’s a family. Apply today at careers.akronchildrens.org.

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