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Niousha Alizadehsaravi

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Halifax NS, B3S 0G7

506-***-**** adra8g@r.postjobfree.com

Education

Master of Rehabilitation Research 2021 – Present

Dalhousie University – Halifax, NS

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Bachelor of Science in Applied Human Nutrition & Dietetics 2017 – 2020 Mount Saint Vincent University – Halifax, NS

• Distinctions: Faculty of Applied Human Nutrition Dean’s List Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology 2011 – 2016

University of New Brunswick – Fredericton, NB

(Degree Completion)

• Distinctions: Faculty of Science Dean’s List

• University of New Brunswick Entrance Scholarship Work Experience

Research Assistant - Dalhousie University (School of physiotherapy) May 2021 – Present Halifax - NS

• Conducted literature-review for the topic of research in engaging residents with dementia in guideline development.

• Screened abstract for scoping review of the same research topic.

• Designed and participated in the informed consent process, including interactions with the committee members and discussions with research volunteers, including answering any questions related to the study.

• Collaborated in data collection and completed ethics application for approval. Clinical dietitian – Melville Gardens long-term care May 2021– Present Halifax – NS

• Using Point Click Care software to complete nutritional assessments for each resident.

• Determining resident’s diet and other nutritional interventions to meet his or her needs by involving the resident, family members and care team

• Developing, implementing, and evaluating nutritional care plans that includes identification of nutritional concerns, goals, and interventions for all residents

• Participating in management of quality dietary services and food and nutrition policy management, including providing support to relevant committees and meetings; sets standards for dietary services including development and monitoring of policies and procedures as well as quality assurance and quality improvement programs

Dietetic Intern – Halifax Public Libraries Feb – May 2021 Halifax – NS

• Planning, organizing, and evaluating nutritional education in collaboration with the registered dietitian for library members in various ages.

• Facilitating the ability of members to promote community and public health nutrition best practices and participate in continuing education opportunities

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Dietetic Intern – Blue Harbour Cheese Sept – Dec 2020 Dartmouth – NS

• Administering and supervising food processing according to regulations and policies of the plant manager.

• Conducting nutrition education programs and providing educational materials for staff members

• Working with team members for preparation, packaging and distribution of products in a timely manner.

• Developing new recipes and improving existing techniques for efficiency and accuracy of products to meet needs of customers.

Dietary Aide – Shannex Arborstone Continuing Care Apr – August 2020 Halifax – NS

• Completed appropriate food safety documentation including servery requisitions, temperature checklists, and sets up servery and dining room for mealtimes; serves food on the servery line.

• Monitored portioning and recorded excesses at each meal. Also, prepared texture modifications based on the required nutrition care from the dietitian.

Science Atlantic Nutrition and Foods Conference Evaluation May – Sept 2019 Mount Saint Vincent University – Halifax, NS

• Analyzed data for the attendees’ evaluation of the Science Atlantic Nutrition and Foods Conference for quality assurance.

• Collaborated in writing the summary of the evaluation questionnaire into the final report that was handed to the Science Atlantic Committee.

• Participated in Science Atlantic Nutrition and Foods Executive meetings.

• Formulated evaluation email from evaluators to the speakers of the Science Atlantic Nutrition and Foods Conference.

Sale Associate – Nova Scotian Crystal Aug 2017 – Mar 2020 Halifax – NS

• Applied customer service and social communication in a professional manner to meet the needs of customers.

• Trained more than 5 employees over a 12-month period on the company protocols and policies.

• Maintained customer confidentiality when dealing with personal information.

• Processed point of sale customer transactions in an accurate manner, using cash, debit, and credit.

• Maintained high standards of store housekeeping and high level of security vigilance. Customer Service Rep – Cloud 5 Call Centre Sept 2016 – Apr 2017 Oromocto – NB

• Assisted with the outbound phone calls and ensured smooth operation of computer systems, equipment and machinery, and accordingly arranged for maintenance and repair work.

• Responded to customer inquiries on the phone and made actions through resolving the issues for the hotel reservations.

• Educated customers about the products and services offered by the company to meet their needs. Cook and Cashier – Teriyaki Experience Nov 2015 – June 2016 Fredericton – NB

• Addressed customer food orders with a friendly demeanor and scored 90% satisfaction rating on customer feedback surveys.

• Prepared the required tasks in advance on self-directed format and performed the duties to meet the needs of the kitchen.

• Operated and sanitized equipment using HACCP protocols.

• Prioritized time management to maximize customer satisfaction and revenue generation.

• Assisted other colleagues in preparing food and helped other team members in preparation of meals during busy hours when needed.

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Volunteer Experience

Research Assistant - Clinical Trial Sept 2019 – Apr 2020 IWK Health Centre – Halifax, NS

• Assisted with recruitment of the participants in the study of GI in GDM ONLINE that was administrated with the GrantLab team.

• Collaborated with the coordinators of the study in obtaining the informed consent forms with the participants to ensure that the forms are efficiently reviewed.

• Provided guidance to the potential participants of the study regarding the consent package over the phone to give them time to review the material before the consent meeting. Halifax Outreach Prevention Education Support (HOPES) Sept 2019 – Apr 2020 Health Clinic Senior Volunteer

Dalhousie University Health Center – Halifax, NS

• Collaborated within a health interdisciplinary team of medical, pharmacy, nursing, and dentistry students to form the best healthcare intervention for patients who visited the HOPES Clinic.

• Participated in the assessment, diagnosis and any possible nutrition interventions for the patient through discussion with a registered dietitian at the clinic.

• Contributed ideas in the discussions regarding the practice case studies with the other student volunteers to prepare for the scenarios that we would potentially face in the clinic. Science Atlantic Nutrition and Foods Student Representative Sept 2019 – Apr 2020 Mount Saint Vincent University – Halifax, NS

• Assisted the Science Atlantic Nutrition and Foods Committee in promoting opportunities for students to volunteer at the upcoming Science Atlantic Nutrition and Foods Conference in 2020.

• Planned to organize local events with purpose of promoting the conference and fundraising events.

• Communicated with the Science Atlantic Nutrition and Foods Committee and representatives from Atlantic provinces regarding the conference planning.

Communication Coordinator – Canadian Nutrition Society Student Chapter Oct 2018 – Apr 2020 Mount Saint Vincent University – Halifax, NS

• In collaboration with other executive members of CNS, organized nutrition research-related events such as webinars, bake sales, live-stream conferences for best evidence-based practices and policy making among MSVU students.

• Promoted activities by designing posters and flyers on social media platforms and applied human nutrition department.

• Updated the CNS bulletin board by preparing monthly newsletter about the upcoming events and important dates.

Halifax Outreach Prevention Education Support (HOPES) Oct 2018 – Apr 2019 St. Andrews Church, Coffee time

Halifax, NS

• Participated in an outreach effort to promote basic nutritional recommendations among guests attending weekly coffee time.

• Involved in building conversation with the clients by playing cards and facilitated trustworthiness to promote HOPES health clinic.

• Directed the clients to the HOPES Health Centre and described the services that was offered at HOPES. Organization of Canadian Nutrition Society Thematic Conference 2019 Jan 2019 Mount Saint Vincent University – Halifax, NS

• Collaborated with the other executive members and arranged the required space and technical support to accommodate the live stream of the Healthy Diets and Weight: Sorting Fact from Fiction thematic conference.

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• Promoted the event via email to the department of AHN and on social media with purpose of increasing the participants.

• Assisted with the registration of the participants and sent attendance certificate to the attendees of the event.

• Facilitated the question period for the attendees to submit their questions to the speakers.

• Currently preparing for the Canadian Nutrition Society 2020 Thematic Conference to be hosted in January 11.

Breakfast Program Association of Fairview Sept 2018 – June 2019 Fairview Junior High School/ Burton Ettinger Elementary School – Halifax, NS

• Prepared a variety of different nutritious breakfasts in collaboration with other volunteers for students at the elementary school and junior high.

• Served the prepared breakfast according to school’s food safety and nutrition standards set by the public health dietitians and school policies.

• Assembled and cleaned tables and chairs after the mealtime to be prepared for the next day. Diabetes Canada 21st National Conference Oct 2018

Halifax – NS

• Assembled the conference bags by collating the materials and inserting them into the 1550 registration bags.

• Completed the sign-in sheet with the speaker’s information and handed them their designated gifts. Diabetes Canada Atlantic Office Apr – Aug 2018

Halifax – NS

• Provided administrative support with data entry on Microsoft Excel for the Diabetes Canada Team to record and enhance the customer service experience from their donors, community partners and the general public.

• Classified data from contributor’s information and details for quality assurance of the Diabetes Canada camp support.

• Informed companies to acquire donation of products for upcoming charity events. Guest Presenter – Youth Health Summit Workshop Apr 2018 A.J. Smeltzer junior high school – Lower Sackville, NS

• Prepared evidence-based information by creating power point slides about healthy options for snack and nutrition and food literacy to students grades 6, 7, and 8.

• Organized interactive activities to keep the student’s attention about the topics of sugar consumption, fast food, and energy drinks.

• Presented the material to the students using food models and facilitated activities for learning experience. Wellness Centre and Pantry Sept 2017 – Apr 2018

Mount Saint Vincent University – Halifax, NS

• Collaborated in cleaning and organizing the pantry before the shipments of the week.

• Kept track of the users with entering the data into the spreadsheets for quality assurance and preparation purposes.

• Prepared the essential exam snacks for MSVU students during the exam period. Pediatric Friendly Visitor – Everett Chalmers Hospital Sept 2015 – Oct 2016 Fredericton – NB

• Assisted with designing the playroom for seasonal decoration for children to feel comfortable.

• Provide companionship to the family and supervised the children while their parents were involved in other settings.

• Coordinated activities and craft projects for children who were hospitalized at the pediatric unit between the ages of 3-14 years old.

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Certification

Registered Dietitian (Candidate) May 2021

Nova Scotia Dietetic Association – Halifax, NS

Tri-Council Policy Statement (TCPS 2: CORE) Certification Sept 2019 Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans Course on Research Ethics Mount Saint Vincent University – Halifax, NS

Good Clinical Practices (GCP) Sept 2019

Research Staff or Trainees Course Certification

Mount Saint Vincent University – Halifax, NS

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System Jan 2019 Mount Saint Vincent University – Halifax, NS

Advanced Food Safety Certification Dec 2018

Mount Saint Vincent University – Halifax, NS

Standard first aid AED CPR level C Apr 2018

St. John Ambulance – Halifax, NS

Food Handlers Certification Sept 2017

Mount Saint Vincent University – Halifax, NS

Professional Activities

Poster Presentation March 2020

University of Prince Edward Island – Charlottetown, PEI Poster presentation title: Inaugural Science Atlantic Nutrition and Foods Conference Evaluation: A Self-Study on Quality Assurance and Rhetoric

Conference: Science Atlantic Nutrition and Foods Conference Canadian Frailty Network Student Summer Award May 2021

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