Isa Smelcer, MPH, RD, LDN
Lewisville,NC
Summary
Knowledgeable Registered Dietitian with comprehensive background in renal nutrition counseling and patient care.
Commission on Dietetic Registration # 1027746
NC License # L003562
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Renal Dietitian
Health Systems Management
Winston-Salem, NC
10.2011 - 05.2023
- Provided medical nutrition therapy to adult and pediatric patients receiving hemo or peritoneal dialysis.
- Educated patients on dietary restrictions and nutritional needs related to kidney disease.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of renal nutrition guidelines and best practices.
- Analyzed lab results to monitor patients progress closely and adjusting their diet plans, vitamin d medication, and phosphorus binders per a MD approved protocol.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient care and management of kidney disease.
- Managed enteral nutrition support in both hemo and peritoneal dialysis pediatric patients.
Clinical Dietitian
Cone Health System
Greensboro, NC
07.2010 - 10.2011
- Provided medical nutrition therapy for patients on the renal, LTAC, CICU, and inpatient rehab floors.
- Calculated patients nutritional requirements and assessed the adequacy of diet and/or nutrition support.
- Educated patients and families on dietary modifications to help manage chronic diseases.
- Monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of medical nutrition therapy through follow ups to provide continuity of care.
Registered Dietitian (contracted for 3 Months)
Grace Health Care
Winston-Salem, Asheville, Durham, NC
04.2010 - 07.2010
- Provided medical nutrition therapy for residents.
- Conducted food service reviews for all facilities.
- Oversaw and approved all menus and therapeutic diets.
- Actively participated in quality assurance and at-risk meetings.
Education
Master of Public Health -
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NC05-2011
Post Baccalaureate Certificate - Dietetic Internship
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Greensboro, NC08-2009
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Dietetics
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05-2008
Skills
- Proficient in applying research-driven nutrition interventions
- Providing individualized diet education
- Skilled in interpreting lab results
- Active listening
- Empathy and Compassion
Timeline
Renal Dietitian
Health Systems Management
10.2011 - 05.2023
Clinical Dietitian
Cone Health System
07.2010 - 10.2011
Registered Dietitian (contracted for 3 Months)
Grace Health Care
04.2010 - 07.2010
Master of Public Health -
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Post Baccalaureate Certificate - Dietetic Internship
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Dietetics
East Carolina University