Araceli Eckert
Denver,CO
Summary
Dedicated Registered Dietitian Nutritionist committed to delivering exceptional nutritional services tailored to the unique health and dietary needs of diverse patients and clients. Proven expertise spans long-term care facilities, hospital environments, research initiatives, and private practice, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of various dietary requirements. Passionate sports enthusiast with hands-on experience training alongside bodybuilders, currently pursuing CPT certification to enhance a holistic approach to health and fitness. Quick learner with adaptability and eagerness to embrace additional responsibilities, fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dietitian
Uptown Community Health Center - Bruner Family Medicine
10.2025 - Current
- Assess patients’ dietary needs by evaluating their medical history, lifestyle, and nutritional preferences. Developed personalized nutrition care plans for diverse patient populations. Educate patients and their families about the relationship between diet and health. Monitor monthly patients’ progress and adjust meal plans as necessary. Work closely with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care. Maintain detailed and confidential patient records.
Private Practice Dietitian
ONE Nutrition
04.2025 - 11.2025
- Assess the client’s nutritional needs, including food allergies, intolerances, and sensitivities. Develop personalized meal plans. Provide nutrition counselling and educate the client on healthy eating habits. Set goals and track weekly. Manage schedules and billing. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
Consultant Dietitian
DiningRD.com
07.2024 - 10.2025
- Review weekly weights and chart on variances. Record progress notes for Pressure Ulcers, Tube feeding, and Dialysis. Obtain resident council minutes and address any concerns. Conduct monthly kitchen inspections. Ensure diet orders match current physician orders for all PO diets. Complete quarterly and annual notes based on the Care plan schedule.
Clinical Dietitian
HCA/Health One-North Campus (Behavioral) and Spalding Rehabilitation Center
06.2024 - 10.2025
- Assess and treat patients with complex nutrition-related conditions. Provide therapeutic diets and oral nutritional supplements to promote optimal nutrition. Ensure that patients consume the necessary energy and fluids to manage underlying medical conditions and progress in therapy. Provide Enteral Nutritional Support. Provide Diabetic management education bi-weekly to patients and families.
Clinical Dietitian
Advent Health Porter/Magnet Recognition/PRN Clinical Dietitian (Weekends)
02.2024 - 04.2025
- Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and provide input on patient care and nutritional needs as needed. Provide nutrition assessments, interventions, nutrition care plans, and education for inpatients. Recommend Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition Support and adjust (macros and micronutrients) feedings as needed. Document these services through computerized charting.
Clinical Dietitian
Intermountain Healthcare/Lutheran Medical Center/Magnet Recognition/PRN Clinical Dietitian (Weekends)
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Participate in multidisciplinary health care team meetings, serving as the nutrition expert. Provide nutrition education to inpatients and families. Provide alternate feeding recommendations (enteral and parenteral nutrition), monitor patients for life-threatening feeding complications, and adjust feedings to improve nutrition status.
Full-time Clinical Dietitian
HCA-Healthcare-Mercy Hospital
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Performed effective nutritional screening to assess status and develop nutrition care plans. Recorded treatment, patient progress, and responses in an electronic medical record. Communicated patient-care issues effectively with physicians, nursing staff, case managers, pharmacists, and other ancillary staff. Provided nutrition education and diet instructions for inpatients in hospital settings. Developed precision, confidence, and ability to manage patient loads. Recommended Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition Support.
PRN Clinical Dietitian
St. Anne’s Nursing Center – Catholic Health Centre
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Evaluated the nutrition intake of residents for adequacy and assessed the nutritional status, making appropriate recommendations. Completed quarterly and annual set data reports on residents to formulate plans of care. Participated in interdisciplinary meetings. Recorded treatment, residents’ progress, and responses in an electronic medical record.
Outreach Research Assistant
Florida International University
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Requested materials and supplies necessary for outreach events. Attended hospitals, wellness centers, and government events. Recruited new subjects/participants, scheduled interviews, and maintained accurate records while safeguarding the confidentiality of subjects. Checked and monitored vital signs, obtained 24-hour recall, provided nutrition education, collected and analyzed urine drug tests, and conducted Bio-impedance analysis tests. Provided timely follow-ups through phone communications, keeping subjects interested and engaged. Prepared progress reports for new and current subjects recruited for research projects. Performed other related duties as assigned or directed.
Diet Technician Part-time
Riviera Health Resort
08.2014 - 10.2017
- Conducted nutrition assessment and nutrition education for residents and families according to standards of care. Reviewed residents’ weight and nutrition-hydration status based on recent laboratory values. Individualized menus for residents on a therapeutic and mechanically altered diet. Coordinated residents’ care with other team members and physicians. Addressed residents’ concerns and complaints, ensuring corrections were implemented through in-service programs and individual counseling.
Seasonal Diet Technician
Hialeah Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Completed individualized nutrition assessments based on medical diagnosis and laboratory tests. Provided nutritional education to residents and families with a focus on the relationship between medications and nutritional treatment. Participated in interdisciplinary rounds with medical staff to initiate the appropriate nutritional plan of care. Monitored and reviewed resident weight trends and provided nutrition recommendations as needed. Reassessed residents within established time frames.
Education
Master’s degree - Dietetics and Nutrition
Florida International University
Miami, FL04.2018
Bachelor’s - Dietetics and Nutrition
Florida International University
Miami, FL12.2016
Associate in arts (AA) - English for Academic Purposes and Dietetic prerequisite courses
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL04.2014
Skills
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- Meal planning
- Weight management
- Evidence-based advice
- Patient education
- Nutrition counseling
- Medical nutrition therapy
Certification
- Motivational Interview Intermediate Skills Lab by MI Center for Change Obtained in November 2025
- Certificate of Training in Obesity for Pediatric and Adults by The Commission of Dietetic Registration Obtained in May 2024
- Registered Dietitian License by the State of Illinois
- Registered Dietitian License by the State of Florida Department of Health
- Registered Dietitian by the Commission of Dietetic Registration
- ServSafe: Food Protection Manager Certification
- American Heart Association – BLS certification
- ISSA Personal Training Certification – in progress
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Dietitian
Uptown Community Health Center - Bruner Family Medicine
10.2025 - Current
Private Practice Dietitian
ONE Nutrition
04.2025 - 11.2025
Consultant Dietitian
DiningRD.com
07.2024 - 10.2025
Clinical Dietitian
HCA/Health One-North Campus (Behavioral) and Spalding Rehabilitation Center
06.2024 - 10.2025
Clinical Dietitian
Advent Health Porter/Magnet Recognition/PRN Clinical Dietitian (Weekends)
02.2024 - 04.2025
Clinical Dietitian
Intermountain Healthcare/Lutheran Medical Center/Magnet Recognition/PRN Clinical Dietitian (Weekends)
11.2023 - 12.2024
Full-time Clinical Dietitian
HCA-Healthcare-Mercy Hospital
09.2021 - 09.2023
PRN Clinical Dietitian
St. Anne’s Nursing Center – Catholic Health Centre
09.2021 - 01.2022
Outreach Research Assistant
Florida International University
09.2018 - 09.2019
Seasonal Diet Technician
Hialeah Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
05.2016 - 08.2016
Diet Technician Part-time
Riviera Health Resort
08.2014 - 10.2017
Bachelor’s - Dietetics and Nutrition
Florida International University
Associate in arts (AA) - English for Academic Purposes and Dietetic prerequisite courses
Miami Dade College
Master’s degree - Dietetics and Nutrition
Florida International University