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Hannah Bercot

Butler,IN

Summary

Licensed RD with background in clinical nutrition and wellness coaching. Practiced in developing personalized meal plans, counseling on nutrition issues, and effectively communicate complex nutritional information to individuals of varying backgrounds and comprehension levels. Notable impact in previous roles includes improved patient and population outcomes through tailored dietary strategies.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Outpatient Cardiology Dietitian

Parkview Heart Institute
Fort Wayne , IN
01.2021 - Current
  • Provided nutrition education and counseling to patients with heart disease and other chronic diseases.
  • Developed individualized meal plans based on patient goals, medical history and dietary restrictions.
  • Assessed nutritional needs of clients through nutrition screenings and interviews.
  • Monitored client progress towards health goals using weight, BMI measurements, lab values.
  • Designed educational materials for use in group classes or individual sessions.
  • Instructed patients on how to read food labels for healthy choices when grocery shopping.
  • Created recipes that meet the nutritional needs of various populations.

Community Outreach Dietitian

Parkview Heath and Wellbeing
Fort Wayne, IN
02.2019 - 05.2021
  • Coordinated cooking classes or demonstrations focusing on healthy eating habits.
  • Evaluated and created recipes that meet the nutritional needs of various populations.
  • Designed educational materials for use in group classes or individual sessions.
  • Provided nutrition advice about food preparation techniques for improved health outcomes.
  • Participated in public outreach programs promoting healthy eating habits within the community.
  • Instructed patients on how to read food labels for healthy choices when grocery shopping.
  • Provided mentorship to dietetic interns

Registered Dietitian

Steuben County WIC
Angola , IN
06.2017 - 02.2019
  • Counseled pregnant women on nutritional requirements and suggestions for healthy diets.
  • Educated patients and their families on healthy eating habits, dietary modifications, and nutrition management strategies.
  • Monitored and documented patient progress, adjusting nutrition plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Conducted comprehensive nutritional assessments to identify dietary needs or restrictions and health concerns of patients.
  • Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage patients to adopt healthier eating behaviors and lifestyle changes.

Education

Accredited Supervised Practice - Distance Dietetic Internship

Priority Nutrition Care DDI
Hingham
05-2017

Bachelor of Science - Dietetics

Purdue University
Lafayette, IN
05-2016

Skills

  • Tailored nutrition strategies and counseling
  • Taste testing and recipe development
  • Nutritional analysis
  • Meal Planning
  • Evidence-based advice
  • Disease management
  • Disease Prevention
  • Public health promotion
  • Cultural Competency
  • Weight management
  • Food allergy management
  • Lactation support

Affiliations

  • Served as Policy Chair for the Indiana Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics 2019-2020 and aided to get states licensure for registered dietitians in the states of Indiana and coordinated Day at the Statehouse event in those 2 years.
  • Currently volunteering at a local dance studio (Katilynn's School of Dance) to help with classes, competitions, and healthy snacks.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Outpatient Cardiology Dietitian

Parkview Heart Institute
01.2021 - Current

Community Outreach Dietitian

Parkview Heath and Wellbeing
02.2019 - 05.2021

Registered Dietitian

Steuben County WIC
06.2017 - 02.2019

Accredited Supervised Practice - Distance Dietetic Internship

Priority Nutrition Care DDI

Bachelor of Science - Dietetics

Purdue University

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