Experiential Learning Rio Grande
Resume:
Monica Hernandez, M.S.
Brownsville, TX *****
Phone: 956-***-****
Email: ***********@*****.***
EDUCATION Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics (M.S.), 2021-2023
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Spring Semester 2023:
Critical Care & Nutrition Support (3 hours)
Dietetics Capstone (3 hours)
Supervised Experiential Learning (SEL III) (5 hours) Fall Semester 2022:
MNT in Diabetes (3 hours)
Global and Public Health Nutrition (3)
Supervised Experiential Learning (SEL II) (5 hours) Spring Semester 2022:
Ethics, Leadership, Professionalism (2 hours)
Culturally Sensitive Counseling in Dietetics (3 hours) MNT in Disease II (3 hours)
Supervised Experiential Learning (SEL I) (5 hours) Fall Semester 2021:
Food Systems Management (3 hours)
Scientific Analysis in Nutrition Practice (3 hours) Advanced Human Metabolism (3 hours)
MNT in Disease I (3 hours)
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science (B.S.),
2015 - 2020
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
EXPERIENCE:
Completion of Dietetic Internship Rotations; Total Hours: 1,000 January 2022 – April 2023
Dietetic Intern / Supervised Experiential Learning III at DaVita Kidney Care Clinical Rotation
Brownsville, TX
April 2023
● Assessed patient’s knowledge and provided education regarding the relationship of diet and kidney disease and the impact on the treatment process.
● Provided education to patient/family/caregiver regarding nutritional status, adequacy measures and results, fluid status, and all nutrition related lab parameters pertaining to their disease process.
● Completed nutritional assessment and worked with the interdisciplinary team to develop an individualized comprehensive plan of care for patients.
● Maintained complete and accurate medical records including progress notes. Dietetic Intern / Supervised Experiential Learning III at Knapp Medical Center Clinical Rotation
Weslaco, TX
January 2023 – April 2023
● Utilized the Epic Systems: EMR.
● Conducted assessments on hospital patients who range from infants to older adults.
● Reviewed medical charts, assessed patients, and provided appropriate Medical Nutrition Therapy for a variety of disease states, populations, and cultures. Dietetic Intern / Supervised Experiential Learning II at Private Practice: Nutrition Prescription Community Rotation
Harlingen, TX
August 2022 – December 2022
● Promoted nutritional principles, counseled individuals, advised clients on healthy eating, and determined diet restrictions for each client with an individualized approach to all clients.
Dietetic Intern / Supervised Experiential Learning II at Outpatient Diabetes Center Rio Grande Regional Hospital
Community Rotation
McAllen, TX
August 2022 – December 2022
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● Conducted group Diabetes self-management education classes that pertained to: Women with gestational diabetes, patients with Type 2 Diabetes, and patients with Type 1 Diabetes.
Dietetic Intern / Supervised Experiential Learning II at HEB Community Rotation
Edinburg, TX
August 2022 – December 2022
● Provided group culturally competent nutrition education to Hispanic clients conducted through grocery store tours, one – on – one counseling, and group classroom – based education sessions.
Dietetic Intern / Supervised Experiential Learning II at WIC Community Rotation
San Juan, TX
August 2022 – December 2022
● Provided individual counseling for identified high-risk participants as defined by the State and local high-risk policy and procedure guidelines.
● Provided consultation regarding the appropriate issuance of formulas; approved non-contract formulas as needed.
● Assessed infants and children for malnutrition and iron deficiency.
● Completed and implemented the annual Nutrition Education Plan; reviewed and approved nutrition education materials and lessons; conducted facilitated discussion and cooking classes.
Dietetic Intern / Supervised Experiential Learning I at Brownsville Independent School District Food and Nutrition Services
Foodservice Rotation
Brownsville, TX
March 2022- May 2022
● Engaged in foodservice management in child nutrition program activities that included human resource management, procurement, distribution, food safety, menu planning, and all aspects of meal service.
Dietetic Intern / Supervised Experiential Learning I at Valley Regional Medical Center Foodservice Rotation
Brownsville, TX
January 2022 – March 2022
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● Engaged in foodservice management in hospital resource management activities that included human resource management, procurement, distribution, food safety, and all aspects of meal service.
Member of UTRGV - Student Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics September 2021 – May 2023
● Partnered with UTRGV’s Campus Food Security Initiative (CSFI) to create meals prepared with locally grown produce.
● Provided a Nutrition Education at The Dustin Michael Sekulla Library in Edinburg.
● Partnered with UTRGV’s Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) to provide a food demonstration showcasing a healthy recipe, while providing general nutrition education with food models to the community.
● Partnered with Hidalgo County’s Food Show and Food Contest as a judge panelist for the participating middle school students.
● Provided a Nutrition Education on Healthy Eating at The City of Edinburg’s Health Fair.
● Conducted a nutrition seminar for the UTRGV’s Men’s Basketball Team that included a slideshow presentation on “How to Optimally Fuel as An Athlete” and had a hands-on cooking activity with the team, teaching the basics of cooking.
● Conducted a food demonstration with the Rio Grande Valley Diabetes Association presenting a diabetes-friendly recipe to audience members.
● Partnered with the Special Olympics for Hildago County by providing a nutrition education booth that included: nutrition education with food models and a hands-on activity for Special Olympics participants to help them create their own trail mix recipe.
Admission/Acceptance into the Masters of Dietetics Program at University Of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) August 2021
CPhT at Autrey’s Pharmacy- Brownsville, TX December 2020 – June 2021
● Processed patient information and refilled prescriptions with utmost accuracy
● Counted, compounded, reconstituted medications and placed in Rx containers with appropriate labels
● Utilized blister pack to unit dose medications
● Performed date entry and processed insurance claims of patients
● Maintained customer relations in a high-traffic pharmacy
● Assisted with inventory management that includes verifying of medication quantities, storage, restocking medications in short supply, and removal of outdated medications
● Increased my speed of dispensing at an average of 350 daily prescriptions Passed the ExCPT exam for Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technicians December 2019 4
With the Texas State Board of Pharmacy
Proscribe at Valley Baptist Medical Center- Harlingen, TX November 2018-April 2019
● Became familiar with Electronic Health Records.
● Worked as personal assistants to physicians, gathering information for patient visits such as: (patient history, symptoms and onset, medication and medical condition history) and partnering with physicians to deliver effective patient care.
● Tracked lab and x-ray results and patient evaluation data to healthcare professionals.
● Recorded consultations with healthcare professionals, patients, and family members. Certifications:
● RDN Registered Dietitian Nutritionist PENDING
● CPhT Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician Renewal 2024
● CPhT Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician Renewal 2022
● CPhT Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician 2019
● CPR Certified 2015
Additional Skills
● Bilingual English/Spanish
● Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint
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