Erin Lonas
New Florence,Pa
Summary
Goal-driven Clinical Dietitian with many years of experience and history of improving patient outcomes through carefully-customized nutrition care plans. Knowledgeable, detail-oriented and disciplined with adaptable mentality and evidenced-based approach.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Dietitian
Lucent Group
Windber, PA
04.2022 - Current
- Conducted full nutritional assessments, including anthropometric measurements, biochemical tests, and dietary intake analysis.
- Evaluated patient's food preferences, lifestyle habits and health status to create effective diet plans.
- Assessed patient's response to prescribed diets and made necessary modifications as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of all nutrition-related activities, including medical history, laboratory results and progress notes.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans for patients.
- Helped individuals manage chronic illnesses with dietary management strategies.
- Referred patients to other relevant services to foster continuity of care.
- Developed individualized nutrition plans to meet the nutritional needs of patients.
- I worked on-site for a facility of approximately 95 residents.
- I worked remotely for a facility of approximately 250 residents.
Clinical Dietitian
Cura Hospitality
Indiana, PA
01.2015 - 04.2022
- Promoted strategies to improve the quality of life for diverse individuals with a liberalized diet if appropriate
- Monitored the quality and safety of the foodservice operations to identify and correct deficiencies
- Advised patients and their families on the principles behind good nutrition and ways to modify diets for improved results
- Provided clinical nutrition services including, nutrition assessments, monthly weight monitoring, weekly pressure wound update
- Participated in facility-wide and departmental quality assurance programs
- Developed, revised, and individualized nutrition care plan derived from information from patient, medical records, family, and health care team members
- Prioritized nutrition problems for optimal health, recovery from illness, management of chronic disease, or disease prevention
- Assessed nutritional needs, diet restrictions, and current health plans to implement and develop dietary care plans for 130 residents
Registered Dietitian
Cambria Care Center
05.2010 - 01.2015
- Prepared comprehensive dietary plans for patients based on nutritional needs, eating habits, and health conditions
- Worked with dietary team to maintain conformance to prescribed nutrition care orders
- Developed, revised, and individualized nutrition care plan derived from information from patient, medical records, family, and health care team members
- Participated in facility-wide and departmental quality assurance programs
- Provided clinical nutrition services including, nutrition assessments, modified diet formulation, self-management training, and nutrition intervention
- Advised patients and their families on the principles behind good nutrition and ways to modify diets for improved results
- Monitored the quality and safety of the foodservice operations to identify and correct deficiencies
- Assessed nutritional needs, diet restrictions, and current health plans to implement and develop dietary care plans for assigned residents
Clinical Nutrition Manager
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
11.2001 - 05.2010
- Performed frequent walk-throughs of department to monitor staff performance and proper procedures
- Developed and prepared meals for patients with special dietary needs, including low-fat, low-cholesterol, and additive-free meals
- Assessed nutritional needs, diet restrictions, and current health plans to implement and develop dietary care plans for 73 residents
- Consulted with physicians and healthcare personnel to determine diet restrictions and patients' nutritional needs
- Monitored the quality and safety of the foodservice operations to identify and correct deficiencies
- Counseled individuals and groups on strategies for improving their nutrition and developing healthy eating habits
- Reviewed the individual patient's or resident's case to determine the optimal nutrition plan to meet treatment targets
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NUTRITION/DIETETICS
Seton Hill University
Greensburg, Pa05.2000
Skills
- Nutritional Expertise
- Safety and sanitation
- Strategic Organization
- Skilled in Prioritizing Tasks
- Creative thinking
- Customer relations
- Teamwork
Timeline
Clinical Dietitian
Lucent Group
04.2022 - Current
Clinical Dietitian
Cura Hospitality
01.2015 - 04.2022
Registered Dietitian
Cambria Care Center
05.2010 - 01.2015
Clinical Nutrition Manager
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
11.2001 - 05.2010
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NUTRITION/DIETETICS
Seton Hill University
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