MIA TREXLER
New Bern,NC
Summary
Nutrition professional with strong emphasis on developing individualized nutrition plans and promoting healthy eating habits. Experienced in collaborating with healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes and adept at adapting to changing needs. Skilled in nutritional assessment, dietary planning, and patient education. Reliable team player with results-driven approach.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Nutritionist
Crystal Coast Wellness and Performance
09.2024 - Current
- Create individualized, evidence-based nutrition care plans for weight loss, diabetes, cardiovascular health, sports nutrition, pediatrics, bariatric pre-/post-surgical care, IBS, and chronic kidney disease (CKD).
- Perform comprehensive nutrition assessments using dietary recalls, medical history, labs, lifestyle factors, InBody body composition analysis, and VO₂ max/RMR testing.
- Provide one-on-one nutrition counseling and ongoing support to promote sustainable behavior change and goal achievement.
- Track client progress and modify meal plans and recommendations as needed.
- Educate clients on portion control, label reading, meal planning, and mindful eating.
- Conduct grocery store tours focused on budget-friendly, healthy food choices, ingredient awareness, and practical label interpretation.
- Develop personalized, research-based sports nutrition workbooks and educational handouts for client use and grocery store tours.
Community Internship – under the supervision of an RDN
Cancer Services Inc.
- 04.2024
- Created recipe ideas and handouts for cancer survivorship
- Conducted teaching classes to tailor to the needs of cancer survivors
- Educated individuals on how to increase food consumption to support the body as a whole (i.e. okra soup helps coat the throat of patients undergoing treatment for neck cancer)
- Answered patient phone calls dealing with donations, supplies, and class sign-ups
Clinical Internship – under the supervision of an RDN
Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Performed physical assessments and assessed the nutritional needs of patients according to evidence-based standards
- Participated in interdisciplinary clinical rounds
- Used current literature and evidence-based guidelines to provide appropriate nutritional care
- Identified and diagnosed malnutrition
- Improved patient health outcomes by providing medical nutrition therapy
Research
FoodGuides: a Mark Cuban company
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Worked under the supervision of RDNs to create a ranking system for the FODMAP diet tailored to the FoodGuides website project created by a Mark Cuban company
- Conducted research using PUBMED on the FODMAP diet to evaluate how each food is ranked
- Collaborated and established new ranking systems with the Artificial Intelligence (AI) team to become more proficient on the database for the FODMAP Diet
- Reviewed signs and symptoms of IBS, IBD, and GERD to effectively implement a new ranking system
- Https://foodguides.com/
Paid: Nutritionist/ Diet Aide
Victory Junction
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Evaluated the unique dietary needs of ~20 children per week, including all food allergies and chronic disease states such as cancer and kidney disease
- Communicated with parents to better understand the children's dietary restrictions
- Prepared quality food and baked goods for those with dietary restrictions
- Ensured compliance with food safety protocols and food handling techniques to prevent contamination
- Performed cleaning and sanitation activities for tables, refrigerators, and kitchen equipment
Paid: Behavioral Technician (BT)
ABS Kids
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked directly with children who have autism spectrum disorders to apply behavioral analysis (ABA) therapy
- Implemented daily intervention plans for the children
- Collaborated with Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) on behavior support plans and skill acquisition targets
Fueling Station Manager
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Tracked data on athletes’ intake of snacks provided in the fueling station
- Replenished the snack selection (responses) Google sheet at the end of every week
- Assisted the Sports Dietitian with training new fueling station volunteers
- Completed inventory and properly stocked snacks on the shelves
- Aided in smoothie recipes/ideas to make for the athlete's pre/post-workout
- Attended grocery shopping to purchase snacks for the athletes
- Created fun snack ideas over holidays such as a “Spooky Halloween Chex Mix”
UNCG Fueling Station for Student Athletes
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Worked under the supervision of the Sports Dietitian to feed student-athletes nutritional snacks
- Created posters for social media to promote healthy foods/recipes for student-athletes
- Answered any questions student-athletes may have regarding their snack selections
DI/DPD Professional Engagement Mentorship Program
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Utilized research on farmer’s markets in Guilford County alongside the Mentor
- Researched which foods were available in each season of the year for the Mentor’s project
- Completed assigned tasks related to Dietetic Interns’ professional engagement projects
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition and Dietetics
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Greensboro, NC05.2022
Master of Science - Dietetic Internship
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Greensboro, NC05.2024
Certification - Medical Office Administration, Billing Essentials
Rowan Cabarrus Community College
Salisbury, NC05.2019
Skills
- Individualized Nutrition Care Planning
- One-on-One Nutrition Counseling & Coaching
- Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)
- Motivational Interviewing & Behavior Change
- Comprehensive Nutrition Assessment (Dietary Recalls, Labs, Lifestyle)
- Chronic Disease Nutrition Management
- Client Education & Health Literacy Support
- Progress Monitoring & Care Plan Adjustment
Timeline
Nutritionist
Crystal Coast Wellness and Performance
09.2024 - Current
Clinical Internship – under the supervision of an RDN
Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center
01.2024 - 03.2024
Paid: Nutritionist/ Diet Aide
Victory Junction
06.2023 - 10.2023
Research
FoodGuides: a Mark Cuban company
03.2023 - 12.2023
Paid: Behavioral Technician (BT)
ABS Kids
05.2022 - 08.2022
Fueling Station Manager
08.2021 - 05.2022
UNCG Fueling Station for Student Athletes
08.2020 - 05.2022
DI/DPD Professional Engagement Mentorship Program
08.2020 - 05.2022
Community Internship – under the supervision of an RDN
Cancer Services Inc.
- 04.2024
Master of Science - Dietetic Internship
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Certification - Medical Office Administration, Billing Essentials
Rowan Cabarrus Community College
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition and Dietetics
University of North Carolina at Greensboro