Food Service Care

**** ** **** ***

Portland, OR *****

Phone 408-***-****

E-mail adgp9n@r.postjobfree.com

Andy D'Agostino

Objective

Assist in the development of programs and services that incorporate individualized nutritional approaches and exercise/fitness training to optimize client health and outcomes.

Summary of qualifications

Proven ability to provide the highest level of customer service

Excellent time management and task prioritization skills

Dedicated to providing individualized care and services to clients

Willing to find innovative solutions to meet individualized needs

Consistent high marks for maintaining standards of regulatory and procedural compliance

Evaluation and adjustment of fiscal operations to adhere to budgetary guidelines

Strong leadership skills in an interdisciplinary team environment

Education

April 2002 - May 2005 San Jose State University San Jose, CA

Bachelor of Science, Dietetics

Treasurer of Nutrition and Food Science 2004-2005

Professional experience

November 2016 – Present Fresenius Kidney Care Portland, OR

Renal Dietitian

Assist each patient in achieving and sustaining an effective nutritional status through assessment of nutritional outcomes and compliance and ongoing individualized counseling.

Responsible for nutritional assessment; problem identification; intervention; and monitoring and evaluation.

Evaluate albumin and bone mineral metabolism and recommend appropriate nutritional interventions.

Analyze clinical information for QAI reports and meetings, and present on laboratory standards.

Participate in comprehensive interdisciplinary assessments that are patient specific and support development of the plan of care.

Develop and implement plan of care for patients and participate in plan of care meetings.

Meet regularly with physician and conduct routine rounds to provide patient updates and collaborate for appropriate interventions.

Conduct routine in-services and provide educational materials to clinical staff based on current standards and best practices.

Complete clinic specific information for regional quality improvement action plans.

Meet regularly with patients to evaluate dietary compliance, barriers to improved nutrition, and provide education on relevant nutritional concerns.

August 2007 – August 2015 Vi at Palo Alto Palo Alto, CA

Nutrition Services Manager

Completed nutritional assessment and dietary analysis while consistently updating knowledge of current industry standards and expectations.

Incorporated fiscal responsibility through the provision of efficient, safe and cost effective practices.

Team leader for state survey, no clinical nutrition deficiencies for 3 surveys.

Participated in resident care planning and conferences, resident council, weight variance, psychotropic committee and daily team meetings.

Analyzed information for quality assurance and improvement process, including weight variance and food service systems.

Monitored disaster program for food and beverage, including appropriate provision of supplies and participation in disaster preparedness program.

Provided in-services and regular team meetings to update staff on quality standards and initiated system updates for improved service.

Participated in budget review and analysis, assisted in staffing adjustments to support census changes and evaluated cost reduction opportunities.

Supervised kitchen operations and regulatory compliance for food service employees.

Provided oversight to Assisted Living and Memory Support levels of care related to dietary needs and weight management.

Facilitated food committee meetings for all levels of care to ascertain resident feedback and suggestions for improved service.

Implemented CA and federal standards, provide training to IDT.

Jan 2006 - August 2007 HM Composite Sacramento, CA

Registered Dietitian Consultant

Provided consultative services at various nursing homes and completed comprehensive nutritional assessments, MDS, RAPs and Care Planning.

Assisted with preparation for state survey, regional visits or chart review to ensure compliance with nutritional standards.

Practiced prompt and thorough completion of documentation to maximize allotted time and allow for additional tasks, including leading weight variance and skin meetings.

Conducted audits of sanitation and service standards and assisted with implementing corrective actions as indicated.

Learned and implemented community standards based on appropriate policy and procedural guidelines.

Balanced responsibilities for food service and clinical documentation to ensure resident satisfaction and regulatory compliance.

Professional license/membership

Personal Trainer Certification From Health and Fitness Institute (2001)

Certified Registered Dietitian Credential CA (2006)

CDR Weight Management Certification (2015)

Licensed Dietitian Credential OR (2016)

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