Brandi Goysovich
Canonsburg,PA
Summary
Dynamic Clinical Dietitian with extensive experience at DaVita Dialysis, specializing in dialysis nutrition and patient education. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through effective menu planning and motivational interviewing. Skilled in internal auditing and adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to drive quality care and compliance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Dietitian
Cura Hospitality
Canonsburg, Pennsylvania
10.2024 - Current
- Assessed patient dietary needs and developed personalized nutrition plans.
- Conducted nutritional assessments, including anthropometric measurements, biochemical tests, and dietary intake analysis.
- Calculated nutritional requirements to assess adequacy of diet and nutrition support.
- Monitored and documented patient progress in nutrition-related health goals.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care and treatment plans.
- Coordinated with physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
- Evaluated patient's food preferences, lifestyle habits and health status to create effective diet plans.
- Educated clients on healthy eating habits and nutritional guidelines.
- Educated clients on special diets such as diabetes management, renal disease management or weight control programs.
- Provided educational materials and counseling to help clients understand their dietary requirements.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Counseled clients on how to make changes in their diets through meal planning and shopping strategies.
- Reviewed and updated dietary menus to meet patient preferences and requirements.
- Provided training and support to nursing staff on dietary protocols and practices.
- Performed administrative tasks such as ordering supplies or completing paperwork related to nutrition services provided.
- Performed administrative tasks such as ordering supplies or completing paperwork related to nutrition services provided.
Renal Dietitian
DaVita Dialysis
Pittsburgh, US
11.2017 - Current
- Conduct initial, 90-day, and annual nutritional assessments to evaluate patient progress and guide care
- Complete monthly progress notes and analyze laboratory values to track patient health and adjust nutrition plans
- Provided nutritional care for 140+ in-center hemodialysis, home hemodialysis, and peritoneal dialysis patients.
- Attend weekly medical rounds with nephrologists and interdisciplinary teams
- Facilitate monthly core team meetings to identify and address barriers impacting clinical outcomes
- Present nutrition information at kidney support groups and monthly dialysis modality options class for chronic kidney disease patients
- Trained newly hired dietitians on best practices and protocols
- Participate in internal audits to ensure compliance with federal and state guidelines
Renal Dietitian
DaVita Dialysis
Baltimore, US
03.2007 - 11.2016
- Managed the nutritional care of 140+ in-center hemodialysis, home hemodialysis, and peritoneal dialysis patients.
- Conduct initial, 90-day, and annual nutritional assessments for all patients
- Completed monthly progress notes and assessed laboratory values to monitor patient health and treatment efficacy
- Participated in internal audits to ensure compliance with federal and state guidelines, enhancing quality of care
- Attended weekly medical rounds with nephrologists to discuss patient care with nephrologists and interdisciplinary teams
- Led monthly core team meetings to identify and address barriers to achieving clinical outcomes, fostering collaborative problem-solving
- Present nutrition information at kidney support groups and monthly dialysis modality options class for chronic kidney disease patients
- Preceptor/trainer for newly hired dietitians
Regional Point Lead Dietitian
DaVita Dialysis
03.2009 - 08.2010
- Led bi-monthly calls to address outcome barriers with regional dietitians, clinical support specialist, and regional operations director
- Coordinated and presented at dietitian connection meetings to foster collaboration
- Trained newly hired dietitians to enhance the onboarding experience
Clinical Dietitian
Sodexho Health Care Services
Towson, US
07.2005 - 02.2007
- Conducted comprehensive nutrition assessments for inpatients and outpatients to tailor individualized care plans
- Covered ICU, cardiac, oncology, geriatric/LTC, and gastro-intestinal areas, ensuring continuity of nutrition care across diverse patient populations
- Provided coverage for the ICU, cardiac, oncology, geriatric/LTC, and gastro-intestinal areas of the hospital
- Delivered diabetic and cardiac nutrition lectures to outpatients, enhancing patient understanding and management of their conditions
- Precepted dietetic interns
Dietetic Technician
Maryland General Hospital
Baltimore, US
07.2003 - 07.2004
- Discussed and tailored menu options with patients based on individualized diet orders to support their nutritional goals
- Assisted in assessing and educating patients at low-to-moderate nutritional risk to enhance their understanding of dietary needs
- Consulted with patients and nursing staff to address and resolve complaints or problems, ensuring quality care
Dietetic Technician
St. Agnes Hospital
Baltimore, US
09.2002 - 07.2003
- Assisted in assessing and educating patients on nutrition to enhance dietary compliance and health outcomes
- Facilitated menu discussions with patients to align meal choices with individualized diet orders
- Collaborated with patients and nursing staff to address and resolve dietary concerns effectively
Patient Services Representative
- Greeted patients and managed front desk operations efficiently.
- Scheduled appointments using electronic health record systems.
- Verified patient insurance information and collected necessary documentation.
- Customized patient menus based on dietary restrictions to align with therapeutic diet requirements
- Oversaw tray line operations and ensured timely delivery of patient meal trays
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition & Foods
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV08.2002
Skills
- Dialysis management
- ICU nutrition
- Nutritional counseling
- Dietary menu development
- Quality improvement
- Epic systems
- Hospital operations
- Motivational interviewing
Certification
RD LDN
Honors And Awards
- DaVita's Certificate of Excellence, 01/01/09
- DaVita's Shining Star Caregiver Award, 01/01/09
- DaVita's Triple Crown Award, 12/01/08
- DaVita's Most Improved Mineral Bone Disorder Outcomes Award, 10/01/07
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Clinical Dietitian
Cura Hospitality
10.2024 - Current
Renal Dietitian
DaVita Dialysis
11.2017 - Current
Regional Point Lead Dietitian
DaVita Dialysis
03.2009 - 08.2010
Renal Dietitian
DaVita Dialysis
03.2007 - 11.2016
Clinical Dietitian
Sodexho Health Care Services
07.2005 - 02.2007
Dietetic Technician
Maryland General Hospital
07.2003 - 07.2004
Dietetic Technician
St. Agnes Hospital
09.2002 - 07.2003
Patient Services Representative
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition & Foods
West Virginia University