Carissa Laura Dempsey, PDt
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EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Applied Human Nutrition, Dietetics with Internship 2010-2016
Mount Saint Vincent University (with distinction) Halifax, NS
RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE
Assistant Cheese Maker 2015-2016
Blue Harbour Cheese Halifax, NS
Conducted Urban Blue cheese making independently and as a team
Managed cheese production by maintaining records, flipping and piercing cheese
Generated invoices for customers after preparing product for distribution
Monitored and maintained food safety standards
Clinical Dietetic Internship 2015
Halifax, NS
Shannex Parkland at the Lakes and Affiliation at Nova Scotia Health Authority Endocrinology Clinic
Provided direct patient care and counselling encompassing nutrition assessments and follow-ups, developed diet care plans, presented information at Resident Care Conferences, and coordinated changes by updating related information on B CARE, diet reference cards and diet rosters
Preformed Clinical Meal Time Observation Assessments to determine appropriateness of food textures and fluid consistencies for clients
Conducted literature searches, analysed information and presented a Therapeutic Update on What is a Healthy Weight for the Elderly? As well completed a Case Study on a client with hyperparathyroidism, hypertension, and sever osteoporosis
Preformed patient nutrition assessments and follow-ups involving education and counselling for patients with diabetes and morbid obesity on healthy eating
Created handout for patients on social support options for those with type 1 diabetes
Updated the osteoporosis presentation nutrition section for the Osteoporosis Clinic and added to the bariatric binder with a meal replacement supplement nutrient table and post-surgery recipes
Management/Food Service Dietetic Internship 2015
Halifax, NS
Blue Harbour Cheese and Affiliation Completed at Mount Saint Vincent University Chartwells
Created a communication plan involving stakeholders, suppliers, and customers
Completed documents for a Federal Inspection Application
Conducted a cost analysis on the Day Care Centre menu for Food Service Director
Lead three food safety educational activities for food service staff members
Operated vat to provide proper stirring and temperature of milk to ensure timing and amounts of bacteria culture and renin were added at the appropriate time
Maintained batch information on make sheets as well as on daily and weekly schedules
Summer Food Service Worker 2015 Souls Harbour Rescue Mission, Halifax, Nova Scotia Halifax, NS
Coordinated and assisted volunteers in preparation of lunch and supper for 60-120 clients a day
Clarified daily menu by describing food items and concerns to clients to ensure excellent client service
Exhibited flexibility and teamwork by assisting administration with donation letters and providing work relief for the chef
Placed calls to thank donors (people and businesses) and to promote Ride for Refuge
Community/Public Health Dietetic Internship 2014
Mount Saint Vincent University Wellness Committee and Wellness for All Project Halifax, NS
Research assistance inclusive of qualitative analysis of results from Wellness for All Questionnaire and summarizing results into a document for supervisor
Created a business plan for a Mount Saint Vincent Student Union Food Bank which was implemented the following semester
Coordinated with Chartwells’ dietetic intern to create healthy eating handouts paired with weekly BBQ’s
Attended lecture and completed all assignments for Research Methods Seminar for Tourism and Hospitality with a focus on using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS)
Lead lecture for the Child Care Health, Nutrition and Safety course at Mount Saint Vincent University
Community Placement Researcher 2014
Ascenta Health Dartmouth, NS
Produced two professional reference resources on omega-3 supplements
Designed and conducted a presentation to educate sales team on product’s biochemical function (in person and via webinar)
Dietary Aid 2012-2013
Melville Lodge Long Term Health Care, Halifax, Nova Scotia Halifax, NS
Lead training for the position of a dietary aid
Assisted staff in the administration of proper meal portion sizes and prescribed therapeutic diets for 122 residents
Administered food safety to maintain patient health in preparing and serving food
Provided excellent customer service to residents by ensuring their comfort and preference of food items
Summer Warehouse Assistant 2013
Feed Nova Scotia, Halifax, Nova Scotia Halifax, NS
Lead training individuals and groups on food sorting, safety and data entry, and delegating volunteers to meet daily order quotas
Liaised with the operations team to ensure flow of orders being created and shipped out were done as efficiently as possible
Computed agency order information with attention to detail into Feed Nova Scotia’s inventory database and printed invoices
Barista/Shift Supervisor 2010-2012
Perk’s Coffee Limited, Halifax, Nova Scotia Halifax, NS
Exhibited great customer service skills by providing knowledge of the menu, answering customer questions and completing orders in a timely fashion
Operated cash register and completed daily cash deposits
Forecasted and completed food product orders
Maintained stock room and refilled products accordingly
Ensured food safety i.e. frequent hand washing and cleaning surfaces as used
VOLNTEER EXPERIENCE Mount St. Vincent University 2014
Helped organized an event with Mt. St. Vincent and Feed Nova Scotia Halifax, NS
Volunteer at Feed Nova Scotia sorting food
Breast Feeding Nova Scotia
Event Promoter 2013 Canadian Nutrition Society Halifax, NS
Promoted a CNS learning event in a professional manner to a class by explaining the purpose of the society and main topic of the event
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Licensed Member, Nova Scotia Dietetics Association Present
Member, Dietitians Network of Nova Scotia Present
Member, Canadian Obesity Network Present
Member, Nutrition Resource Centre Present
Course, Dietitians of Canada: Online Dysphasia Management 2015
Course, Dietitians of Canada: Online Critical Care Nutrition 2015
Course, Dietitians of Canada: Drug and Nutrient Interaction Course 2015
Workshop, Sheppell: Leading Through Change 2015 TrainCan: Advanced Food Safety Training 2011-Present
TCPS 2: CORE 2014
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Microsoft Office Suite, Internet Explorer, Social Media, and Food Processor: SQL, B CARE: Electronic Charting System
OTHER INTERESTS:
Competitive Swimming (competed in the Canada Summer Games 2009)
Recreational Suba Driving, All Season Camping, Physical Activity and Nutrition
REFERENCES
Kim Ritchey, RN
Care Coordinator –Shannex Incorporated
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Karyn Dougherty, RD
Department of Health
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Lisa Galves, RD., CDE
Clinical Dietitian & Diabetes Educator
Nova Scotia Health Authority, Endocrinology
Office #: 902-***-****
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