Emma Clayborne
Memphis,TN
Summary
Nutrition professional with deep expertise in dietary planning, health optimization, and nutritional counseling. Proven ability to lead teams, adapt to evolving requirements, and consistently deliver impactful results. Skilled in developing comprehensive nutrition programs, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and driving successful health outcomes. Known for strong biological, analytical skills, effective communication, and collaborative approach.
Results-oriented Clinical Dietitian with greater than 10 years of experience working in hospitals and long term care facilities. Dedicated to using evidence-based nutrition to improve patient lives. Expert at counseling, treatment planning and progress monitoring.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
NUTRITION LEAD RD
Shelby County Government
03.2020 - Current
- Plan and direct Public Health Community Based Nutrition Programs for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Pregnant and Postpartum/ Lactating Women's Infants, and Children (WIC) as an adjunct to Health Care Programs.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration between departments, fostering a culture of teamwork and shared goals.
- Provides professional infant nutrition and lactation care in collaboration with members of health care teams in ongoing assessment, planning and treatment of breastfeeding patients and families.
- Review of technical and regulatory documents to provide information to the public, stakeholders, federal and governmental officials
- Established protocols for handling food allergies and other dietary restrictions to ensure patient safety at all times.
- Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create comprehensive nutrition care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Manages approximately 30 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from clients.
- Evaluated department performance metrics and quality assurance audits regularly, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes in a timely manner.
Nutrition Public Health Preceptor Regional Breastfeeding Coordinator
SCHD
08.2019 - 03.2022
- Serve as Nutrition RD Lead and WIC Regional Breastfeeding Coordinator Responsible for coordination, planning and management of WIC Breastfeeding Education and Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Program
- Involved in delegation, assessment, planning of care and treatment, teaching of patients and families and mentoring professional staff while working in perinatal clinical setting, and providing organization leadership and expertise in breastfeeding, infant nutrition, maternal and child health.
- Provided WIC certification and counseling pregnant women on nutritional requirements and suggestions for healthy diets
- Promoted evidence-based practice among preceptors, integrating current research findings into daily patient care.
- Presented at conferences or other professional events on topics related to field expertise.
Registered Dietitian - Ryan White HIV Program
SCHD- Infectious Disease
05.2011 - 07.2019
- Advocated for public policy initiatives that promote access to healthy foods and physical activity programs
- Facilitated nutrition education classes for clients and community members on topics such as weight management, chronic disease prevention and special diets
- Participated in community outreach programs aimed at promoting good nutrition practices among vulnerable populations.
Mental Health Manager
Mental Health Institute (MMHI
02.2008 - 02.2011
- Implemented evidence-based mental health practices that promote safe, effective,equitable and patient-efficient centered care.
Clinical Research Coordinator
Methodist Hospital Healthcare System
01.2003 - 08.2008
- Gathered and reviewed study data
- Conducted routine visits to research sites to ensure compliance with protocol requirements
- Maintained accurate up-to-date tracking logs for all aspects of clinical research activities including but not limited to adverse events, serious adverse events, concomitant medications, lab results
- Organized investigator meetings; developed meeting agendas; created presentations; tracked action items from meetings; coordinated follow-up communications after meetings
- Collaborated with internal departments such as Regulatory Affairs and Data Management to ensure that all studies were conducted in accordance with ICH-GCP and FDA guidelines
- Provided Nutritional monitoring of inpatient units for Oncology, Med-Surgery and Cardiac Rehab Units
- Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
- Gathered, processed, and shipped lab specimens.
- Enhanced patient safety by meticulously monitoring and documenting adverse events during clinical trials.
Renal Dietitian
Fresenius Dialysis
01.2000 - 08.2003
- Developed individualized nutrition plans for patients on hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and pre-dialysis
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to adjust diet plans as needed
- Performed full nutritional assessments
- Provided nutritional counseling and education to patients with renal disease
Sr. Director Food and Nutrition
St. Jospeh Hospital
12.1993 - 12.2000
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Optimized project timelines by effectively delegating tasks and prioritizing workload among team members.
Chief Clinical Manager Clinical Services
St. Jospeh Hospital
12.1989 - 11.1993
- Promoted high morale and staff retention through dynamic communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitation of positive work environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Pre-Med Nutrition and Dietetics
University of Arkansas Pine Bluff
Master of Science - Public Health Administration
University of Memphis
Memphis, TNPhD - Public Health Administration & Epidemiology
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN11.2024
Skills
- Stem Cell Transplant
- Eating disorder treatment
- Gestational diabetes diets and treatment
- Clinical Documentation & Biological Science
- Weight management,kidney disease and cardiovascular disease
- Individual & Family Counseling
- Nutritional and Lactation Care
Timeline
NUTRITION LEAD RD
Shelby County Government
03.2020 - Current
Nutrition Public Health Preceptor Regional Breastfeeding Coordinator
SCHD
08.2019 - 03.2022
Registered Dietitian - Ryan White HIV Program
SCHD- Infectious Disease
05.2011 - 07.2019
Mental Health Manager
Mental Health Institute (MMHI
02.2008 - 02.2011
Clinical Research Coordinator
Methodist Hospital Healthcare System
01.2003 - 08.2008
Renal Dietitian
Fresenius Dialysis
01.2000 - 08.2003
Sr. Director Food and Nutrition
St. Jospeh Hospital
12.1993 - 12.2000
Chief Clinical Manager Clinical Services
St. Jospeh Hospital
12.1989 - 11.1993
Master of Science - Public Health Administration
University of Memphis
Bachelor of Science Degree - Pre-Med Nutrition and Dietetics
University of Arkansas Pine Bluff
PhD - Public Health Administration & Epidemiology
Walden University
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