Bringing compassionate and energetic approach to educating others about nutrition and wellness. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of nutritional science and effective communication skills. Committed to fostering positive health outcomes and empowering individuals to make informed dietary choices.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nutrition Educator
Women, Infant and Children clinic- WIC (Florida Department of Health)
06.2023 - 02.2024
Completes the medical history, nutrition history, and breastfeeding assessment for WIC clients, except those determined to be at medical high risk
Develops, monitors, evaluates, and revises nutrition education plans for high and low risk WIC clients and provides/documents nutrition and breastfeeding counseling per program policies
Certifies eligible clients for participation in the WIC program by determining and assigning correct nutrition risk per program policies
Assigns/updates client food prescriptions according to program regulations
Reviews medical and health records for nutritionally relevant data and refers medical high-risk clients to the Public Health Nutritionist for counseling
Completes inventories as assigned
Provides classes and group nutrition education per class lesson plans with appropriate documentation
Assists with planning and set-up of outreach activities, health fairs and other community activities
Coordinates MD visits to inform private MDs of WIC changes and provide brochures for referrals to WIC clinics
Coordinates with local school system and Head Start programs to inform about WIC
Dietary Technician
Christus Spohn Hospital- Shoreline (Aramark)
03.2021 - 01.2023
Responsive to customer needs and provides world-class service to customers and clients by following Aramark’s service model
Maintains the highest levels of safety, quality and service excellence for Aramark’s employees, clients, consumers, shareholders, and the community
Completes assessments on patients presenting with a positive nutrition screening trigger or identified by the Continuous Monitoring Criteria policy
Classifies patient’s nutrition status using the Nutrition Status Classification Worksheet
Plans menus based on established guidelines
Evaluates dietary histories of individuals to help plan nutritional programs
Provides nutrition education
Contributes ideas and feedback to the department and can be depended upon to meet commitments
Checks trays for accuracy of menu items
Completes online learning and other training as assigned
Education
Master of Science - Human Nutrition
University of Houston
Houston, TX
12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition
Texas A&M University
Kingsville, TX
12.2022
Skills
Prenatal nutrition
Health promotion
Problem-solving
Organizational skills
Task prioritization
Interpersonal skills
Certification
CPR
First aide
Learn2Serve Food Handler Certification
Experience
Dietetic Internship (University of Houston- Distance program)
2/2024-10/2024
Demonstrate clinical, community-based and outpatient nutrition competence
Assess the nutritional status of individuals, and determine nutritional needs
Establish goals for nutrition intervention, monitoring, and evaluation
Document nutrition-related problems, followed by evidence-based interventions
Provide education and counseling designed to facilitate behavior change
Identify appropriate recommendations for medical nutrition therapy based on relevant patient information
Lead classes that incorporate building skills to provide necessary nutritional needs
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings concerning patient care
Developed programs to build necessary nutritional knowledge among patients
Assisted in meal preparation for patients and ensured patients were receiving the proper prescribed nutrition
Created individualized plans that supported client goals and overall wellness improvements.
Worked closely with clients to monitor progress, motivate them, and address any setbacks or concerns.
Timeline
Nutrition Educator
Women, Infant and Children clinic- WIC (Florida Department of Health)
06.2023 - 02.2024
Dietary Technician
Christus Spohn Hospital- Shoreline (Aramark)
03.2021 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition
Texas A&M University
CPR
First aide
Learn2Serve Food Handler Certification
Master of Science - Human Nutrition
University of Houston
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