Children's National Hospital
Nutrition Technician - Multiple openings- Full-time and Part-time -EVERGREEN
Children's National Hospital, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Nutrition Technician - Multiple openings - Full-time and Part-time - EVERGREEN
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.
Minimum Education High School Diploma or GED (Required)
A.A. (Preferred)
Minimum Work Experience 3 years Related healthcare, foodservice experience (Required)
Required Skills/Knowledge
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
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; 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
Organizational Accountabilities
Anticipate and respond to customer needs; follows up until needs are met
Teamwork/Communication
Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
Partner with all team members to achieve goals
Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions
Performance Improvement/Problem-solving
Contribute to a positive work environment
Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment
Cost Management/Financial Responsibility
Use resources efficiently
Search for less costly ways of doing things
Safety
Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
Stop in the face of uncertainty and take time to resolve the situation
Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co‑workers
Attend carefully to important details – practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self‑check behavior and performance
Compensation Full‑Time Salary Range: $39,062.40 – $76,502.40
Primary Location District of Columbia – Washington
Work Locations CN Hospital (Main Campus)
Job Function Dietary
Shift Variable – Variable Shift, Every Other Weekend Required
Job Posting Date Nov 21, 2025
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Minimum Education High School Diploma or GED (Required)
A.A. (Preferred)
Minimum Work Experience 3 years Related healthcare, foodservice experience (Required)
Required Skills/Knowledge
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
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; 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
Organizational Accountabilities
Anticipate and respond to customer needs; follows up until needs are met
Teamwork/Communication
Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
Partner with all team members to achieve goals
Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions
Performance Improvement/Problem-solving
Contribute to a positive work environment
Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment
Cost Management/Financial Responsibility
Use resources efficiently
Search for less costly ways of doing things
Safety
Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
Stop in the face of uncertainty and take time to resolve the situation
Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co‑workers
Attend carefully to important details – practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self‑check behavior and performance
Compensation Full‑Time Salary Range: $39,062.40 – $76,502.40
Primary Location District of Columbia – Washington
Work Locations CN Hospital (Main Campus)
Job Function Dietary
Shift Variable – Variable Shift, Every Other Weekend Required
Job Posting Date Nov 21, 2025
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