Dedicated renal dietitian with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Renal Dietitian
Fresenius Medical Care N.A.
New York, NY
12.2011 - Current
Review monthly laboratory work on an individual basis and provide education and counseling
Review and recommend Vitamin D analogs , calcimimetics and binder therapy initiation and dosage changes
Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans
Responsible for Bone Mineral Metabolism quality controls
Completion of assessments, progress notes and interdisciplinary care plans
Responsible for all aspects of Fresenius Pharmacy program
Developed nutrition plans addressing individual patient diabetes and food allergies
HIV Dietitian
Harlem United – Adult Day Health Care Center
New York, NY
09.2010 - 06.2011
Responsible for nutritional assessments,care plans and nutrition counseling of patients diagnosed with HIV , substance abuse and psychiatric conditions.
Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns
Managed multiple nutritional educational groups to increase client nutrition knowledge
Created and prepared visual aids, manuals, and other materials used in teaching
Educated patients about therapeutic nutrition, ingredients selection, food prep and meal planning
Documented clinical findings and entered pertinent health data for processing, recordkeeping and use by other medical professionals.
Manager Center Operations
Senior Health Partners- Adult Day Care Center
New York, NY.
10.2006 - 05.2009
Worked directly under Director of MLTC and to brainstorm, discuss strategy and mitigate Adult Day Care Center issues
Checked facility, employee work and service levels to maintain compliance with company and industry standards
Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance
Maintained cleanliness and organization of Adult Day Care Center workspace, working closely with employees to systemize tasks
Managed, trained and motivated dietary aides to continuously improve knowledge and abilities in food service field
Communicated with staff, patients and healthcare providers to encourage highest quality of service.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Nutrition
New York Institute of Technology
06.2023
Bachelor of Science Dietetics -
SUNY College
08.1991
Skills
Nutritional Counseling
Education Materials
Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
Development of therapeutic diets and recipes
Meal Planning and Preparation
Safe Food Handling Practices
Patient education
Diet modification
Nutrition needs assessment
Affiliations
Commission Dietetic Registration
National Kidney Foundation
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Certification
RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Food Protection Certificate- NYC Health Academy
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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