Amanda Halls

Ellsworth,WI

Summary

Experienced Registered Dietitian skilled in chronic disease management and mentorship. Developed individualized nutrition strategies while leading interdisciplinary teams. Committed to fostering healthier communities through effective patient education and outreach initiatives.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Dietitian

Mayo Clinic

Lake City, MN

09.2015 - Current

Developed personalized meal plans aligned with clinical guidelines and patient needs.
Conducted comprehensive nutritional assessments for diverse patient populations.
Tracked patient progress and modified dietary plans.
Assessed nutritional needs of patients through review of medical records and interviews with healthcare providers.
Provided nutrition education to patients and their families, including individual counseling sessions.
Led group classes on diabetes and heart health nutrition to empower participants with practical dietary knowledge.
Counseled clients on portion control techniques and mindful eating habits.
Provided support and guidance regarding lifestyle changes required for effective management of chronic diseases like diabetes or hypertension.
Participated in community outreach programs to promote healthy eating habits.
Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage patients to adopt healthier eating behaviors and lifestyle changes.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
Conducted nutrition education workshops for patients and healthcare staff to enhance understanding of dietary practices.
Created and presented nutrition and wellness topics to professional and community groups to promote healthy eating initiatives.
Maintained accurate records of patient progress over time in order to assess effectiveness of treatment plans.
Utilized electronic health records to track dietary recommendations and outcomes.
Interpreted complex nutrition related data from various sources into practical advice that could be used by clients.
Determined specific nutritional requirements to ensure clients meet their dietary needs. to assess adequacy of diet and nutrition support.
Analyzed laboratory results to evaluate patient's response to prescribed diets and make necessary adjustments.
Designed customized diet plans tailored towards specific goals such as weight loss or improving overall well-being.
Evaluated new products or recipes for nutritional content before recommending them to clients.
Attended conferences and workshops in order to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in nutrition science.
Monitored kitchen staff adherence to proper food safety protocols, such as temperature control, cross contamination prevention.
Advocated for the importance of nutrition in prevention and management of diseases during interdisciplinary team meetings.
Mentored junior dietitians in best practices and clinical protocols.
Provided mentorship to dietetic interns and junior dietitians, sharing knowledge and experiences to foster their professional growth.
Created educational materials such as handouts and fact sheets in order to educate patients about healthy eating habits.
I lead a team of dietitians in creating and editing diabetes education materials for the Diabetes Subcommittee.
I am the co-author of multiple medical diabetes specific research papers.

Lead Dietitian

Cerenity Care Center

St. Paul, MN

05.2006 - 09.2015

Developed individualized meal plans based on patient goals, medical history and dietary restrictions.
Developed individualized nutrition plans for residents based on dietary needs.
Conducted nutritional assessments to evaluate residents' dietary habits and health.
Executed in-depth nutritional assessments to inform patient care decisions.
Provided counseling sessions to support residents in achieving health goals.
Provided nutrition education and counseling to patients with chronic diseases.
Collaborated with healthcare team to enhance patient wellness through nutrition.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
Reviewed and updated menus to ensure compliance with dietary guidelines.
Monitored client progress towards health goals, analyzing weight, BMI, and lab values to tailor interventions.
Calculated nutritional requirements to assess adequacy of diet and nutrition support.
Evaluated unique nutrient and energy requirements for each patient based on BMI, lifestyle and individual medical issues.
Identified nutrient deficiencies through blood tests or other diagnostic tools.
Recommended appropriate supplements based on individual assessments and preferences.
Educated staff on food safety and proper meal preparation techniques.
Educated staff members on proper food handling procedures in accordance with safety regulations.
Coordinated cooking classes or demonstrations focusing on healthy eating habits.
Created recipes that meet the nutritional needs of various populations.
Designed educational materials for use in group classes or individual sessions.
Attended conferences related to nutrition topics to stay up-to-date on current trends.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Dietetics

College of Saint Benedicts/Saint John's University

Collegeville, MN

05-2006

Skills

Nutrition assessment
Medical nutrition therapy
Electronic health records
Dietary intervention monitoring
Meal planning
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Patient education

Chronic disease management
Community outreach
Counseling techniques
Mentorship and leadership
Problem solving
Attention to detail

References

References available upon request.

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