Nutritionist

Nutritionist Job Duties: Ensures clients' menu selections are in compliance with prescribed diet order, nutritional adequacy, age, cultural background, and religious practice. Writes and modifies menus as needed according to client diet prescription using established resources/guidelines. Obtains menu choices from clients via phone order or client visitation. Ensures meal orders have been transmitted to correct location for meal preparation. Processes patient menu selections utilizing computerized diet office system. Updates, monitors, and follows-up on all pertinent client information like diet order changes, food allergies, food preferences, and requests. Prints and processes client food service reports, including meal census and food tally report. Records all assigned data such as client meal census and floor stock requests on paper logs or spreadsheet. Resolves client requests and complaints or relays to appropriate staff. Directs members and staff of Food and Nutrition Services office. Assists with delivery service as needed, including assembling patient trays, loading carts, and delivering meals to patients. Serves as a dietary resource for nursing and other staff. Resolves problems with patient trays. Provides general information on diet utilizing approved materials and resources.

Created: 2026-03-05