Nutrition Assistant - Per Diem / Variable

Back Nutrition Assistant - Per Diem / Variable Island Hospital Anacortes, WA 98221, USA Apr 28, 2026 Full Time Dietary & Nutrition Job Description At Island Health, people are at the center of everything we do. As a part of the Dietary team, you'll play a vital role in supporting our mission to care for those who care for others. You'll help create a positive and seamless experience for every team member ensuring they feel valued, supported, and heard Location: Anacortes, WA / Onsite Schedule: Per Diem / Variable Salary Range: $18.79 - $27.92 / per hour Shift Differentials: Night Differential - $2.25 Evening Differential - $1.65 Weekend Differential - $1.50 For Information on Employee Benefits and SEIU Contract The Nutrition Assistant compiles dietary information for use by kitchen personnel in preparation of meals for hospital patients. This position provides support to the Director of Food Services, Dietitians and the Lead Cook. What you will be doing: Maintains diet cardex. Demonstrates exceptional telephone skills in taking room service orders from patients. Processes diet orders and writes patient menus based on diet order. Tallies and records department statistics. Must interact in a positive manner with other departments, employees, patients and the public. Tallies, prepares, dishes and serves most cold food and beverages on the patient trays in an accurate and sanitary manner. Prepares patient nourishments and sets patients trays. Prepares and delivers special food orders. Observes and records temperature of refrigerators and freezers. Performs other kitchen work routinely or as assigned. Completes general cleaning. Completes prep work required to efficiently run tray line. Possesses knowledge of Continuous Quality Improvement principles and supports the hospital's philosophy of performance improvement. Must have demonstrated ability to interact positively with Administration, Directors, Managers, Supervisors, peers, co-workers, subordinates, patients and visitors. What you will bring to the role: HS diploma or GED required. Current Food and Beverage Worker's Permit required. A minimum of (1) year of experience in institutional food service preferred. Ability to work closely with other employees under changing conditions. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and can identify each employee's and patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs. Make a Difference with Us At Island Health, every role contributes to our mission of compassionate, high-quality care. Join us and help create a workplace where every team member feels valued and supported. Why You'll Love Working Here We believe in taking care of our people so they can take care of others. When you join Island Health, you'll enjoy a culture that values integrity, compassion, teamwork, and growth plus a robust benefits package that includes: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Benefits Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage Vested Retirement Contributions and Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Programs Employee Recognition Events and a supportive, community-focused team Ready to Apply? Apply today and take the next step in your career with Island Health. Email me jobs like this About Island Hospital Island Hospital is an integral part of the great quality of life in Anacortes, Washington and we are actively recruiting for a number of employment opportunities. Located on beautiful Fidalgo Island, Island Hospital is the center for health and wellness in west Skagit County, also serving north Whidbey Island and the San Juan Islands. We have been trusted to provide care to our community since 1962 and are honored to be their provider of choice. We remain focused on providing a personal and compassionate healthcare experience with a range of services and exceptional quality care typically found in a larger facility. Island Hospital is 43 bed acute care hospital. Each patient room is single occupancy and all of the acute care rooms have a ceiling lift, and private bathroom with a shower . We have six Specialty Care Clinics and five Family Care Clinics providing specialty services that include: Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Sleep Wellness Center, Behavioral Health, Wound Care, and Sleep Wellness. Our inpatient and outpatient services include: Acute Care, Emergency Services, Birthing Center, Surgical Services, Diagnostic Imaging, Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapy. We also support our community by offering Community Education classes and various screenings. Employee Benefits Island Hospital provides an innovative and growing environment for our employees to further their careers. In addition to competitive wages, Island Hospital offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes full medical, dental and vision insurance, long term disability and life insurance, vested retirement plan contributions, generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Bank hours, and a variety of optional supplemental benefits. We're excited to share that we also provide an additional Loan Repayment or Tuition Assistance benefit for several positions - contact us to learn more! Awards Island Hospital is proud to be a DNV accredited hospital. We have a 4 star Medicare rating. Company Profile