Taylor Ann Oliver
Norman, OK
316-***-**** ~ **********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To further expand my current nutrition expertise in a rewarding, challenging environment as a registered dietitian in a clinical and research focused setting ensuring long-term well-being and health.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Exceptional knowledge of nutrition, health and well-being
Strong management and leadership experience
Working well under pressure
Communicating effectively and reliably
Encouraging and implementing team building
Teaching cooking classes and conducting trainings
Author- Gerson Therapy Cookbook
Assistant Producer- Gerson Therapy Cooking Videos
Creating curriculum and supporting documents
Developing research designs for retrospective studies
Logistics and strategic implementation of plans, ideas, projects, etc.
DIETETIC INTERNSHIP
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma - Dietetic Internship Certificate of Completion- January 16th, 2018 - August 31st, 2018
Eight-month comprehensive program
Emphasis on clinical nutrition
Rotations included: community nutrition, food service management, clinical nutrition, WIC (women, infants and children), senior nutrition, children’s camp, outpatient nutrition counseling, cancer center, dialysis, nutritional outreach, recipe development, creation of cooking videos and infectious disease. Rotated at Norman Regional Health System for both Management and Clinical rotations.
EDUCATION
American College of Healthcare Sciences, Portland, Oregon – Masters of Science in Holistic Nutrition
Graduated with a 4.0 G.P.A
Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas – Bachelors of Science in Public Health Nutrition/Human Nutrition & Bachelors of Science in Dietetics and a Minor in Hotel and Restaurant Management
Graduated with a 3.5 G.P.A
Cowley County Community College, Arkansas City, Kansas – Associates of Science in Biology
Graduated cum laude with a 3.8 G.P.A
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Home Set-up Training Coordinator
Gerson Institute (Non-profit) – San Diego, CA - February 2016- December 2017
Trained individuals to become Home Set-up Trainers based upon specific guidelines.
Maintained home set-up training documents and Gerson Institute Home Set-up Trainers Map.
Maintained contact with Certified Gerson Practitioners and Gerson Staff regarding updates on Home Set-up Training program.
Completely revamped and fully upgraded Home Set-Up Training Program.
Provide leadership in developing the new direction of the Home Set-up Training Program.
Created and established guidelines, curriculum, lectures, training documents, contract agreements, and more all from scratch.
Conducted live in-person trainings to become a Certified Gerson Home Set-up Trainer.
Patient Follow-up Specialist
Gerson Institute (Non-profit) – San Diego, CA – August 2014 - December 2017
Upgraded previous follow-up program from a manual data entry to an automated system.
Used marketing campaigns within Netsuite, phone calls and mailings to follow up with patients.
Used this data to looks at trends in determining the success of the Gerson Therapy and also to determine what areas patients thrive in and need the most help while doing the Gerson Therapy.
Restructured filing system to ensure organization and easy access to patient files.
Created resources necessary for patients to support them while undergoing the Gerson Therapy.
Provided leadership in the development of patient support resources and materials.
Designed and conducted retrospective research study on melanoma patients doing the Gerson Therapy.
Team Member
Target – Vista, CA – October 2013 – June 2014
Maintained a fully stocked store through assertive logistics.
Worked directly with Team Leaders and other Team Members to facilitate proper zone, merchandise count and accuracy.
Developed and implemented new ideas for restructuring logistics process.
Provided excellent guest experience by answering questions and locating merchandise.
Service Manager
Chipotle Mexican Grill – Manhattan, KS – August 2010 – December 2012
Worked directly with General Manager in developing restaurant team, planning and executing meetings, coordinating schedules.
Wrote employee schedules, maintained orderly office, stocked kitchen and supplies through proper inventory management.
Excelled at effective customer service through active participation with customers.
Held weekly and daily meetings with employees to discuss performance, goals, and store needs.
Lab Assistant
Kansas State University – Manhattan, KS – May – August 2011
Conducted immunology research in a university research setting.
Worked in partnership with research professors to successfully implement research techniques.
Performed successful research techniques to identify various research goals.
Researched grants that would apply to our research to sustain the research operation.
Office Assistant
Cowley County Community College – Arkansas City, KS – August 2009 – May 2010
Completed data entry in multiple programs including Microsoft Excel and Office.
Implemented and maintained organized filing system.
Worked side by side with Business Office Accounts Receivable Specialist with projects.
Assisted students with questions and facilitated timely answers.
AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Social and Community Manager- March 2018
Certified Content Marketing Specialist- January 2018
BLS Provider (American Heart Association) - November 2017- November 2019
Member of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics - 2017- Current
Member of American College of Nutrition – 2016- Current
Gerson Institute volunteer – September 2013- July 2014
WIC volunteer – Summer 2013
Member of Student Dietetic Association at Kansas State University – 2010-2012
President of Student Dietetic Association at Kansas State University – 2011-2012
Member of Kappa Omicron Nu honor society – 2011- Current
Member of Gamma Sigma Delta honor society – 2011- Current
Member of Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges – 2010- Current
Member of Phi Theta Kappa honor society – 2009- Current