CHRISTINA ZEVENBERGEN
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Experienced Dietitian with expertise in healthcare, including clinical, long term care, enteral nutrition, gastrointestinal disorders, weight management, and hospice. Dedicated to educating, motivating, and empowering patients to reach their health and wellness objectives. Recognized for exceptional interpersonal skills and the capacity to build strong connections. Committed to establishing a foundation of trust and support for patients.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Dietitian Consulting Services
03.2024 - Current
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions, and energy requirements.
- Provided medical nutrition therapy to individuals with chronic illnesses.
- Liaised with healthcare professionals in creating nutrition-related treatment plans.
- Performed kitchen audits and provided inservice training for dietary staff.
Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
Kowa Pharmaceuticals
06.2022 - Current
- Increased sales revenue by building strong relationships with healthcare providers and delivering informative product presentations.
- Gained customer loyalty by providing exceptional follow-up support and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Implemented efficient time management strategies that allowed for optimal coverage of assigned territory while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
- Achieved individual, territory and company goals for sales, market share, call metrics and sample distribution.
Client Relations Director
Aveanna Healthcare
07.2019 - 08.2021
- Developed relationships with healthcare providers.
- Provided excellent support and education for hospital staff and patients.
- Educated families discharging from the hospital on enteral nutrition.
- Exceeded all customer services/sales goals for the company.
Dietitian/Hospice Liaison
Serenity Hospice & Palliative Care
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Marketed hospice services to healthcare administrators and families
- Collaborated with medical team on patient care
- Provided nutrition education and inservice training to families and staff.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
RDN Nutrition Consultants
12.2017 - 07.2019
- Created individualized plans to optimize health outcomes; areas of focus include lifestyle, nutrition, exercise and stress management.
- Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions, and energy requirements.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Dietitian Consulting Services
02.1998 - 05.2003
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions, and energy requirements.
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Liaised with healthcare professionals in creating nutrition-related treatment plans.
- Led Nutrition at Risk meetings
Education
Bachelor of Science - Food And Nutrition
Dietetic Internship/Master's Program -
Skills
- Nutrition therapy
- Special diets
- Evidence-based advice
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Patient Education
- Written and verbal communication
- Nutrition education
Certification
- Adult Weight Management Training
- Childhood/Adolescence Weight Management Training
- Certified Microbiome Counselor
Hobbies and Interests
I love cooking, working out, spending time on the water, church activities, pickleball, playing with Kevin, my sweet pomeranian, biking around town, and enjoying the great outdoors.
Timeline
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist - Dietitian Consulting Services
03.2024 - Current
Pharmaceutical Sales Representative - Kowa Pharmaceuticals
06.2022 - Current
Client Relations Director - Aveanna Healthcare
07.2019 - 08.2021
Dietitian/Hospice Liaison - Serenity Hospice & Palliative Care
01.2018 - 07.2019
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist - RDN Nutrition Consultants
12.2017 - 07.2019
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist - Dietitian Consulting Services
02.1998 - 05.2003
Seattle Pacific University - Bachelor of Science, Food And Nutrition
Central Washington University - Dietetic Internship/Master's Program,
- Adult Weight Management Training
- Childhood/Adolescence Weight Management Training
- Certified Microbiome Counselor
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