Alicia Scott
Summary
Dedicated Registered Dietitian (RD) and Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) with experience in public health nutrition, WIC services, and community outreach.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nutrition Educator
Florida Department of Health
08.2024 - Current
- Conduct anthropometric measurements, including height, weight, and hemoglobin screenings, to assess nutritional risk
- Provide individualized and group nutrition education to diverse populations, including WIC participants, families, and community members
- Educate clients on the benefits and techniques of breastfeeding, referring them to lactation consultants as needed
- Maintain accurate client records and documentation in compliance with WIC and public health guidelines
- Assisted in WIC program operations, including FLWiSE data entry, EBT card distribution, and formula inventory management
Dietetic Intern
Florida Department of Health
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Conducted nutritional assessments and developed individualized education for patients with diverse medical conditions, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and gastrointestinal disorders
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to provide nutrition education and counseling to patients and their families, focusing on disease management and prevention
- Assisted in the planning and implementation of community nutrition programs aimed at promoting healthy eating habits and addressing food insecurity issues
- Participated in menu planning and food safety inspections in compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring the provision of safe and nutritious meals to patients and staff
- Maintained accurate and thorough documentation of nutrition interventions, progress notes, and interdisciplinary communications in electronic medical records systems
- Collaborated with food service staff to ensure the provision of appropriate therapeutic diets, addressing individualized nutritional needs while adhering to dietary guidelines and food safety regulations
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds and case conferences to discuss patient care plans, contributing insights on nutritional management strategies
- Conducted regular nutritional assessments and monitored patients' dietary intake, weight changes, and laboratory values to track progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly
Assistant Teacher
University of North Florida
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted students in understanding key concepts and coursework in Advance Nutrition Science
- Collaborated with the professor to identify student challenges and recommend solutions
- Reviewed classroom topics and assignments to enhance student comprehension
Volunteer Coordinator
University of North Florida
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Oversaw daily meal service, ensuring meals were nutritious, appealing, and delivered safely and on time
- Supervised up to 10 volunteers weekly, guiding them through daily operations
- Coordinated volunteer staffing, meal recovery, packaging, and distribution for 85 seniors
Student Organization Administrator
Nutrition and Dietetics Leadership Association
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Directed club events, overseeing planning, execution, and member engagement
- Strategically partnered with university student services to secure resources and drive successful initiatives
Nutrition Journal Writer
University of North Florida
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Authored engaging and informative articles for the monthly publication, NutriNews, covering topics ranging from 'Shopping in Season' to 'Research Roundup'
- Demonstrated effective written communication skills and a strong grasp of nutrition-related concepts to convey valuable information to readers
Student Liaison & Ambassador
University of North Florida
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Served as a student ambassador for Brooks 10 College, representing the institution’s values in recruitment and outreach efforts
- Led student panels and Q&A sessions, guiding prospective students through the college decision-making process
- Mentored and advised prospective students, providing insights to enhance engagement and enrollment
Diet Clerk
Mayo Clinic
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted patients with meal orders while ensuring compliance with dietary restrictions
- Explained the hospital's meal ordering process to patients
- Collaborated with registered dietitians to ensure accurate meal specifications
Education
Master of Science - Nutrition and Dietetics
University of North Florida
08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Dietetics
University of North Florida
05-2023
Skills
- Nutrition counseling & education
- Medical nutrition therapy
- Nutritional assessment
- Electronic Medical Records Management
- Effective Time Management
- Team Coordination
- Leadership
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Food Safety & quality assurance
Certification
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
- Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist
- Serve Safe Management
Leadership Experience
Nutrition Journal Writer, University of North Florida, 2022-2023
- Authored engaging and informative articles for the monthly publication, NutriNews, covering topics ranging from 'Shopping in Season' to 'Research Roundup'.
- Demonstrated effective written communication skills and a strong grasp of nutrition-related concepts to convey valuable information to readers.
Student Organization Administrator, Nutrition and Dietetics Leadership Association, 2022-2023
- Directed club events, overseeing planning, execution, and member engagement.
- Strategically partnered with university student services to secure resources and drive successful initiatives.
Student Liaison & Ambassador, University of North Florida,2022-223
- Served as a student ambassador for Brooks 10 College, representing the institution's values in recruitment and outreach efforts.
- Led student panels and Q&A sessions, guiding prospective students through the college decision-making process.
- Mentored and advised prospective students, providing insights to enhance engagement and enrollment.
Affiliations
- Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Timeline
Nutrition Educator
Florida Department of Health
08.2024 - Current
Dietetic Intern
Florida Department of Health
08.2023 - 06.2024
Assistant Teacher
University of North Florida
08.2022 - 05.2023
Diet Clerk
Mayo Clinic
02.2022 - 11.2022
Volunteer Coordinator
University of North Florida
01.2022 - 05.2023
Student Organization Administrator
Nutrition and Dietetics Leadership Association
01.2022 - 01.2023
Nutrition Journal Writer
University of North Florida
01.2021 - 01.2023
Student Liaison & Ambassador
University of North Florida
01.2021 - 01.2023
Master of Science - Nutrition and Dietetics
University of North Florida
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Dietetics
University of North Florida
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