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Nutrition Assistant, PRN

Mercy
Mercy Salary
Festus, MO Per Diem
POSTED ON 5/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/21/2026

We’re a Little Different

 

Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals – careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its “Top 100 Places to Work.”

 

Hours/Schedule

PRN, As Needed


Overview:

 

The Nutrition Assistant represents Food and Nutrition Services by delivering patient meals. They follow all guidelines with a high expectation for accuracy during delivery, set up, and monitoring of meal service. The Nutrition Assistant excels at customer service and personal interaction with patients, their families, and hospital staff.

 

Qualifications:

  • Education: High School diploma or equivalent Preferred
  • Certifications:Food Handlers within 90 days of hire
  • Skills and Abilities:
    • Ability to read and write well.
    • Nutrition in a Nutshell within 90 days.
    • Positive attitude, friendly smile, good personal appearance.
    • Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.
  • Working conditions, mental and physical requirements:
    • Equipment used: Computer and/or tablet, basic food service equipment

 

We Offer Great Benefits:


Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!

 

We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.


At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.


What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?


Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

 

 

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