Clinical Dietitian

SKILLS

As a dietitian, I am skilled at communicating with, and educating patients. I have a caring personality and I think that comes through in my interactions with patients. I have an excellent understanding of medical nutrition therapy and nutrition support and continue to learn every chance I get. I enjoy being a clinical dietitian and it shows through my work.

EXPERIENCE

Renal Dietitian DaVita Seguin Dialysis

Seguin, TX December 2021-present

I provide nutrition counseling to patients with ESRD on hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. Monitor MBD labs and adjust MBD medications as needed per MD and protocols. Make suggestions for phosphorus binder prescriptions, Renal vitamin prescriptions, and order oral nutrition supplements for patients with low protein levels. Review monthly lab work with all patients in the clinic and adjust medications as needed. Work with nephrologists and nurses closely to provide optimum nutrition care for the patients.

Clinical Dietitian II Aramark Christus Santa Rosa Hospital

San Marcos April 2020-present PRN

I provide medical nutrition therapy to patients in the hospital, including adult and NICU patients, assess patients for malnutrition, provide nutrition support for patients, attend multidisciplinary rounds daily, conduct test trays and tray accuracy of patient food, act as a nutrition resource for food service employees in the kitchen, provide nutrition counseling for outpatients for many different disease states including, but not limited to: bariatric surgery, diabetes, weight gain, enteral nutrition, and renal disease. I continue to mentor dietetic interns throughout the year and serve on the DI advisory committee for the Texas State Dietetic Internship

Consulting Dietitian Kyle ER & Hospital

December 2018-present

I developed policies and procedures for food service and clinical nutrition services for a brand-new micro-hospital. Developed patient menus and nutrient analysis for those menus. I also see patients on a PRN basis clinically and order kitchen supplies and food as needed.

Lead Clinical Dietitian Central Texas Medical Center July 2015-2020

Provided nutrition therapy and education to patients in the hospital and education for outpatients as well. Lead multiple support groups, provide educational classes and cooking demos for the community. Attended QI meetings, daily rounds, and other meetings such as

diabetes committee meetings, bariatric meetings and NICU meetings. Supervised four other dietitians and created work schedules. Mentored dietetic interns from Texas State and distance internships throughout the year. Made changes to and created policies for the department.

Clinical Dietitian CTMC June 2008 – July 2015

Provided medical nutrition therapy to patients admitted into the hospital as well as outpatient education. Lead support groups, educational classes, and cooking demos for the community. Mentored interns from multiple universities during the year.

EDUCATION

M.S. in Nutrition (estimated completion in Summer 2023)

Lamar University

Dietetic Internship June 2008 Texas State University

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Foods May 2004

Texas State University

OBJECTIVE

To continue to enrich my knowledge of clinical nutrition through working in a variety of hospitals and health care facilities.

To offer evidence-based nutrition therapy and counseling to the patients at these hospitals and facilities.

LEADERSHIP

I held a leadership position in clinical nutrition for 5 years. As the lead dietitian, I sharpened my communication skills with both patients and staff. I coordinated the other RD’s and was responsible for department meetings and reports. Additionally, I am a preceptor for dietetic interns and a consulting dietitian incorporating both clinical and foodservice skills.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Phone: 512-***-****

Email: ****************@*****.***

MEMBERSHIPS/CERTIFICATES

Food Handler’s certification

ServSafe certified

A.N.D. and A.S.P.E.N memberships

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