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Danielle Taber

Barrington,RI

Summary

Nutrition and Dietetics Professional with extensive experience in acute care clinical nutrition, specializing in gastrointestinal health, weight management, cardiac health, and diabetes and kidney disease management. Expertise in managing complex conditions such as IBD, IBS, Celiac disease, GERD, and gallbladder/pancreas disorders. Currently pursuing a functional nutrition certificate through IFNA, reflecting a commitment to professional growth. Personal history of autoimmune thyroid disease with food allergies and healing through functional nutrition. Skilled in patient counseling and education, with a detail-oriented approach to nutrition management.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Acute Care Clinical Dietitian

Newton Wellsley Hospital
Newton, Massachusetts
05.1997 - 11.2021
  • Executed comprehensive nutritional evaluations using anthropometric measurements, biochemical testing, and dietary intake analysis.
  • Educated clients on special diets such as Gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes management, renal disease management, cardiac disease management, pulmonary disease management and weight control programs, and weight loss surgery nutrition.
  • Calculated nutritional requirements to assess adequacy of diet and nutrition support including nutrition assessment for enteral and parenteral nutrition for acute and critical care patients.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to incorporate dietary recommendations into patient care.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted nutrition plans for optimal effectiveness.
  • Counseled patients on weight management and healthy lifestyle modifications.
  • Provided training and mentorship for interns.

Acute Care Clinical Dietitian

Women and Infants Hospital
Providence, Rhode Island
09.1997 - 08.1998
  • Conducted nutritional assessments, including anthropometric measurements, biochemical tests, and dietary intake analysis.
  • Coordinated with physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
  • Provided educational materials and counseling to help clients understand their dietary requirements.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff on menu options that meet the nutritional needs of patients.

Education

Master of Science - Nutrition

Boston University Sargent College
Boston, MA
05-1996

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences

University of Maine
Orono, ME
05-1995

Skills

  • Nutrition assessment and counseling
  • Weight management strategies
  • Diabetes and renal nutrition
  • Gastrointestinal and cardiovascular nutrition
  • Patient education and care planning
  • Time management skills
  • Health promotion

Affiliations

  • avid runner- marathons, 1/2 marathons, Ragnar relays; weight training, Spin bike
  • mother of 3; homemaker
  • cooking
  • attending church

Accomplishments

  • Graduated with Honors

Certification

  • RDN

Timeline

Acute Care Clinical Dietitian

Women and Infants Hospital
09.1997 - 08.1998

Acute Care Clinical Dietitian

Newton Wellsley Hospital
05.1997 - 11.2021

Master of Science - Nutrition

Boston University Sargent College

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences

University of Maine