Danielle Kennedy RD CDCES
East Greenbush,NY
Summary
Dynamic Registered Dietitian with a proven track record at Nourish, specializing in clinical assessment and patient counseling. Expert in developing personalized nutrition plans that enhance health outcomes, demonstrated through innovative menu systems and effective chronic disease management. Skilled in health promotion and known for a personable approach, significantly improving patient engagement and satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dietitian
Nourish
04.2024 - Current
- Guided patients in the selection and preparation of food that meets their dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Helped individuals manage chronic illnesses with dietary management strategies.
- Analyzed laboratory results to evaluate patient's response to prescribed diets and make necessary adjustments.
- Monitored and documented patient progress, adjusting nutrition plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Provided support and guidance regarding lifestyle changes required for effective management of chronic diseases like diabetes or hypertension.
- Utilized electronic health records and dietary analysis software to document patient interactions and dietary assessments.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage patients to adopt healthier eating behaviors and lifestyle changes.
Registered Dietitian
Food Smart
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Developed personalized nutrition plans and dietary recommendations based on individual health goals and medical conditions.
- Created educational materials such as handouts and fact sheets in order to educate patients about healthy eating habits.
Administrator of Nutrition Services
Ahrc Suffolk
Happauge, NY
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and service providers to optimize costs and efficiency.
- Compiled statistical data from various sources for analysis.
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
- Conducted performance evaluations and recommended training programs for staff development.
- Created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency, costs or profits.
- Created a dedicated menu system to optimize health outcomes and reduce expenses.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Food And Nutrition
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY12-2011
Bachelor of Science - Health And Nutrition Science
CUNY Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY06-2015
Master of Science - Nutrition
SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NYSkills
- Clinical assessment
- Health promotion
- Nutrition education
- Nutrition support
- Menu development
- Patient counseling
- Food service operations
- Quality improvement
- Department management
- Personable and approachable
Certification
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)
- Licensed/Certified in New York, Illinois, and Texas
Timeline
Registered Dietitian
Nourish
04.2024 - Current
Registered Dietitian
Food Smart
04.2023 - 04.2024
Administrator of Nutrition Services
Ahrc Suffolk
08.2022 - 04.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Food And Nutrition
Nassau Community College
Bachelor of Science - Health And Nutrition Science
CUNY Brooklyn College
Master of Science - Nutrition
SUNY Stony Brook
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