Debra L. Luzier R.D.N, L.D.

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Norwalk, Iowa 50211

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ac6l88@r.postjobfree.com

Summary: Registered Dietitian with twenty-seven years of experience educating clients on specialized diets and incorporating healthy eating in daily life. Energetic and self-starter who enjoys new challenges; Familiar with variety of computer programs; including MS Word and MS Excel RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

Consultant/Contract Dietitian June, 2018-present

Assessed and advised on nutritional needs of residents; Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to provide nutrition therapy to compatible with residents’ medical goals Pacifica Health Des Moines, Iowa

Corporate Dietitian November, 2013 to October, 2017 Assessed and advised on nutritional needs of residents; Counseled residents on diets as needed, Managed resources in a cost effective manner; Developed, and revised nutrition policies for facilities, Provided in-services for staff, Inspected food service area and practices for compliance with federal and state regulations, Develop plan of correction for deficiencies found Carlisle Care for Wellness and Rehab April, 2012 to November, 2013 Assessed and advised on nutritional needs of residents and clients; Developed, reviewed and modified seasonal menus; Adapted recipes to meet food cost and dietary needs of residents Consultant Dietitian/Independent Contractor May, 1999 to July, 2012 Contract work with nursing homes, area WIC clinics and individuals; Assessed and advised on nutritional needs of residents and clients; developed, reviewed and modified seasonal menus; Adapted recipes to meet food cost and dietary needs of residents; Assisted Warren County Public Health write state grant to obtain WIC funds; Coached clients on behavior change to promote healthy lifestyle; Developed nutrition action plans to motivate clients to change unhealthy habits; Counseled participants on healthy eating and disease prevention; Coached clients on behavior change to promote a healthy lifestyle; Presented in-services for staff; Assisted in developing Nutrition Education Plan for WIC clientele in accordance with State Grant requirements

Olsten Health Services/Gentiva Health Services Des Moines, Iowa Dietitian, Home Care July, 1998- May 2001

Assessed client’s nutritional status; Recommend therapeutic diets for clients; Counseled clients on diet modifications

Hospice of Central Iowa West Des Moines, Iowa

Dietitian July, 1999-May 2001

Provide oversight for foodservice in hospice houses; Developed menus and modified recipes to meet residents dietary needs; Counseled patients on nutrition at the end of life; Presented in-services for staff and volunteers; Revised policies pertaining to foodservice and nutrition services Broadlawns WIC Program Des Moines, Iowa

Clinic Supervisor November, 1998 - May, 1999

Interim Clinic Supervisor September, 1997- November, 1998 Managed day to day office activities; Managed scheduling of staff for all clinic locations; Coordinated nutrition services required by state and federal guidelines; Developed Nutrition Education Plan for annual grant application; Maintained and oversaw operation of computer systems; Supervised and trained assigned staff; Monitored and evaluated quality assurance protocol Broadlawns WIC Program Des Moines, Iowa

Dietitian May, 1994 - September, 1997

Assessed nutritional intake of infants, children, and pregnant or post partum women; Counseled participants on healthy eating and disease prevention; Developed and presented nutrition classes for participants; Developed Nutrition Action Plans for state grants; Served on Wellness Committee, secretary Covenant Medical Center Waterloo, Iowa

Clinical Dietitian May, 1991 - May, 1994

Conducted routine clinical duties, including diet assessment and instruction, and menu planning; Designed and revised patient diet instruction material; Developed and presented in-services; Served on Patient Satisfaction Committee and Patient Education Committee EDUCATION:

Iowa State University Ames, Iowa

Bachelor of Science, May, 1991

Dietetics, Coordinated Undergraduate Program (CUP) University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, Iowa

Department of Health Education

Post-Graduate classes, 1992

REGISTRATION AND LICENSURE:

American Dietetic Association: December, 1991 - Present #726577 Licensed by the State of Iowa: December, 1991 - Present #00957 PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS:

Nutrition at the end of life, May, 2000

Pulmonary Care Conference, Nutritional Needs of the Respiratory Compromised Patient, October, 1992

Soy Formula and Gastrointestinal Distress, February, 1993 PVN and Lipids, May, 1993

Supplements and Tube Feedings, June, 1993

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:

American Dietetic Association, 1989 - Present

Iowa Dietetic Association, 1989 - Present

Program Chair for Fall Iowa Dietetics Association Meeting, 2001 Central Iowa District Dietetics Association 1998 - 2005 Mid-Eastern District Dietetic Association, 1989 – 1994 Program Co-chairman, 1991

Co-chairman of Ways and Means, 1992

American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition, 1993 - 1994 COMMUNITY SERVICE:

Girl Scout Leader, Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa, 1999-2015 Norwalk Music Boosters

Notable Donor Chair, May, 2010- June, 2011

Music Booster President, June, 2011 to 2013

St. John the Apostle Religious Education Instructor, 2010 to 2015; 2017 to 2018 Norwalk Schools Safe and Drug Free School Improvement Committee, 2007- 2018

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