Brittany Hendrickson
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Licensed Clinical dietitian with 3 years experience in inpatient and outpatient settings. Hardworking and passionate about eating disorders, Kidney disease, and gastrointestinal illness. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Demonstrated success in collaboration with members of the health care team for optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dietitian
Center For Discovery
11.2023 - Current
- Facilitated group content 3+ times per week including intuitive eating, nutrition science, mindful movement, and hands-on kitchen skills classes.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing individualized nutrition plans and providing ongoing counseling
- Maintained accurate records of client assessments, interventions, and coordinated care for discharge planning for 10-12 clients in Partial Hospitalization and Intensive outpatient levels of care.
- Collaborated in biweekly national RD calls, and weekly interdisciplinary meetings with Physicians and the treatment team
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing customized nutrition plans based on individual needs and medical conditions.
Inpatient Registered Dietitian
Vertical Health Services
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Successfully managed building census between 90-95 residents
- Lead weekly Interdisciplinary Team Meetings for improved patient outcomes in skin breakdown, dialysis, and significant weight changes
- Developed educational materials to promote healthy eating habits, resulting in increased awareness among patients and their families.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
- Provided medical nutrition therapy, and enteral support to individuals and groups with chronic illnesses
Outpatient Dietitian
Nutrition Authority
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Managed a full caseload of patients with Gastrointestinal disease, Diabetes, Kidney Disease, and Cardiovascular Disease
- Collaboration and effective communication with the billing department for insurance
- Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans
- Designed education materials for patients with Diabetes
- Monitored patient progress and documented nutritional information in patient charts and records
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology, and medical concerns
Food Service/Clinical Dietetic Intern
Samford University
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted in the expansion of the food and nutrition database for Heali AI clinical consumer app
- Provided DSME and outpatient nutrition counseling through Valley Medical Center Lifestyle Medicine
- Gained experience with electronic charting for Epic and Point Click Care
- Supported lead Clinical Dietitian at Arcadia Medical Resorts through Sanitation Audits, Minimum Data Set (MDS) charting, enteral support, survey preparedness, and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Assisted with distribution of food provisions for under-served populations through Tacoma Adventist Community Services
Combat Medic/Healthcare Specialist
US Army
03.2011 - 03.2014
- Assessed needs and conditions of assigned patients and gathered critical patient health information.
- Demonstrated knowledge of pharmacological agents and safely administered medications in stressful field settings.
- Administered first-aid treatment to reduce pain and minimize risk of complications.
- Monitored patients' vital signs to assess condition and identify necessary medical interventions.
- Transported critically ill and injured patients to nearest medical center
Education
Master of Public Health - Public Health & Dietetic Internship
Samford University
Birmingham, Alabama12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Dietetics
Messiah College
Grantham, PA06.2020
Skills
- Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Geriatric nutrition
- Eating disorder treatment
Certification
- NPI #1679206197
- Washington State Certification # DI61308081
- RDN Credential #86172231
- BLS Certified
Timeline
Registered Dietitian
Center For Discovery
11.2023 - Current
Outpatient Dietitian
Nutrition Authority
08.2022 - 07.2023
Inpatient Registered Dietitian
Vertical Health Services
01.2022 - 11.2023
Food Service/Clinical Dietetic Intern
Samford University
01.2021 - 12.2021
Combat Medic/Healthcare Specialist
US Army
03.2011 - 03.2014
Master of Public Health - Public Health & Dietetic Internship
Samford University
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Dietetics
Messiah College
- NPI #1679206197
- Washington State Certification # DI61308081
- RDN Credential #86172231
- BLS Certified
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