Annie Kim
Wheaton,IL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Dietitian with expertise in outpatient counseling and education and motivational interviewing. Committed to empowering patients through effective dietary changes and collaborative health strategies, ensuring accessibility and cultural sensitivity.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dietitian
Nourish
Austin, TX
12.2025 - Current
- Conducted nutritional assessments for diverse patient populations via secure Telehealth platform.
- Monitored patients' progress and adjusted plans as necessary.
- Provided support and guidance regarding appropriate nutrition interventions required for effective management of chronic diseases.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage patients to adopt healthier eating behaviors and lifestyle changes.
Registered Dietitian
Northwestern Medicine
Winfield, Illinois
04.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with patient's healthcare team to integrate nutrition into comprehensive care plans.
- Assessed nutritional status of patients by reviewing medical history, laboratory results, anthropometric measurements, and dietary intake data.
- Developed individualized nutrition care plans based on patient goals and needs.
Refugee Health Specialist
World Relief
Carol Stream, Illinois
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Scheduled and delivered time-sensitive health orientations to newly arrived refugees.
- Collaborated and pivoted effectively with orientation team, county health department and interpreters.
- Assessed clients' pre/post-orientation knowledge.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions to support program goals.
Refugee Health Coordinator
World Relief Chicagoland
Carol Stream, Illinois
10.2021 - 12.2024
- Coordinated initial resettlement health services for newly arrived refugee and immigrant populations.
- Collaborated closely with federally qualifying health clinics to ensure timely care of all refugee clients.
- Assisted clients in navigating healthcare systems and accessing resources and Medicaid benefits.
- Ensured timely completion of monthly reports and case notes for grant-funded initiatives.
Nutritionist
Community and Economic Development Agency (CEDA)
Chicago, Illinois
04.2018 - 10.2021
- Conducted nutritional assessments and issued benefits for program participants.
- Managed high daily client caseload as a floating nutritionist for three clinics in the Northwest suburbs.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with clients from diverse backgrounds.
- Effectively supported program goals and breastfeeding health promotion efforts with sensitivity and care.
Wellness Dietitian
HealthTrack Sports Wellness
Glen Ellyn, Illinois
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Developed and taught group classes on nutrition and weight management topics in a wellness setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Coordinated Program in Dietetics
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS08-1996
Associate of Arts - Human Biology
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05-1992
Skills
- Nutritional assessment
- Motivational interviewing
- Client advocacy
- Team collaboration
- Public health nutrition
- Dietary counseling
- Prenatal nutrition
- Weight management
- Health promotion
- Disease management
Timeline
Registered Dietitian
Nourish
12.2025 - Current
Registered Dietitian
Northwestern Medicine
04.2025 - Current
Refugee Health Specialist
World Relief
01.2024 - 03.2025
Refugee Health Coordinator
World Relief Chicagoland
10.2021 - 12.2024
Nutritionist
Community and Economic Development Agency (CEDA)
04.2018 - 10.2021
Wellness Dietitian
HealthTrack Sports Wellness
01.2018 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Coordinated Program in Dietetics
Kansas State University
Associate of Arts - Human Biology
University of Kansas