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Chelsea Mlynek

Owosso,MI

Summary

I am a qualified renal dietitian, passionate about nutrition with 15 years of experience working with the CKD population. I am looking to obtain a Registered Dietitian position where I can share my nutrition knowledge to help empower patients with CKD to live their lives to the fullest.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

National Director of Nutrition

Premier Dialysis
11.2021 - Current
  • Offered comprehensive nutrition guidance to CKD patients receiving peritoneal dialysis and home hemodialysis for improved health outcomes.
  • Reviewing nutrition lab values monthly with CKD patients and providing renal diet education as necessary.
  • Developed monthly care plan schedule for the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) and monitored all care plans throughout Michigan.
  • Modified BMM prescriptions to meet patient-specific needs.
  • Developed facility policies for BMM management and oral nutrition supplements.
  • Created educational materials for patients with kidney disease.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care and ensure seamless delivery of nutrition services.
  • Continuously updated knowledge of industry trends through ongoing professional development opportunities, ensuring best practices were applied in daily practice.
  • Assisted patients clients with meal plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.

Registered Dietitian

Fresenius Kidney Care
10.2017 - 05.2023
  • Provided counseling on renal diet to ESRD patients in both ICHD and PD settings.
  • Educated on lab values, renal diet, and BMM management.
  • Efficiently coordinated care plan schedules and oversaw fluid management in ICHD setting.
  • Created engaging bulletin boards to educate patients on nutrition topics.
  • Engaged in lobby day activities, advocating for nutrition education and supplement provision for patients.

Registered Dietitian

Reliant Renal Care
04.2010 - 10.2017
  • Provided counseling to ESRD patients in both ICHD and PD settings regarding renal diet
  • Reviewed lab values with ESRD patients monthly, and provided education on the renal diet as needed.
  • Effectively managed BMM medications for ESRD patients and provided education to patients on BMM management.
  • Collaborated with IDT when needed for any nutrition recommendations for patients or BMM medication dose adjustments needed.
  • Participated in care plan meetings for patients each month as needed, and monthly quality meetings.
  • Participated in cooking demonstration class for ESRD patients.
  • Created educational materials for ESRD patients such as handouts and bulletin boards.


Registered Dietitian

Renal Nutrition Consultants
07.2009 - 04.2010
  • Developed educational materials to promote healthy eating habits, resulting in increased awareness among patients and their families.
  • Educated stage 3-4 CKD patients on renal diet guidelines to help preserve kidney function, and delay onset of ESRD.
  • Reviewed dietary supplements and medications with CKD patients.
  • Reviewed lab results and BP trends with CKD patients and provided dietary recommendations to improve outcomes.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with personalized counseling sessions, focusing on dietary habits, lifestyle changes, and goal-setting strategies.


Education

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition And Dietetics - Nutrition

Central Michigan University
Mt. Pleasant, MI
03.2007

Skills

  • Content Development
  • Team Collaboration
  • Positive Attitude
  • Effective Communication
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent Communication

Leadership Experience

  • Care Plan Manager/Scheduler for Fresenius Kidney Care
  • Fluid manager at Fresenius Kidney Care
  • Development of policies for BMM management and oral nutrition supplementation.

Extracurricular Activities/Hobbies

I have two girls, ages 9 and 10 that keep me very busy!  We enjoy camping together, playing sports, and riding bikes.  I also very much enjoy playing volleyball, and hope to pass that passion along to my girls.  I recently started serving on the worship team at my church, and really enjoy singing.  I have a passion for being outdoors and gardening as well.  

Timeline

National Director of Nutrition

Premier Dialysis
11.2021 - Current

Registered Dietitian

Fresenius Kidney Care
10.2017 - 05.2023

Registered Dietitian

Reliant Renal Care
04.2010 - 10.2017

Registered Dietitian

Renal Nutrition Consultants
07.2009 - 04.2010

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition And Dietetics - Nutrition

Central Michigan University

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