Janae Decker
Midvale,UT
Summary
Clinical and operational leader with over 15 years of experience in transforming chronic disease care and healthcare operations. Expertise in diabetes, obesity, and cardiometabolic care, complemented by a background as a Registered Dietitian and MPH-trained strategist. Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional initiatives and developing scalable, evidence-based programs that enhance patient outcomes. Committed to advancing healthcare solutions aligned with the mission of reversing chronic metabolic disease.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ecosystem Portfolio Specialist
Novo Nordisk
02.2025 - Current
- Subject matter expert on GLP-1 therapies, AACE and ADA guidelines -consulting and partnering with healthcare providers and health systems to drive strategic engagement
- Drive the successful launch of GLP-1 products through provider education and clinical support, accelerating uptake and utilization in line with defined performance targets
- Serve as a trusted resource to healthcare providers by aligning patient education materials with clinical needs
- Develop and execute data-driven territory plans that align with business priorities and patient needs
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Market Access, Medical Affairs, and Marketing to address access challenges and ensure coordinated outreach
- Analyze regional performance metrics to identify growth opportunities and optimize engagement strategies
- Establish partnerships with top-tier health systems, unlocking new access pathways for cardiometabolic portfolios
- Use CRM system to efficiently document, communicate and ensure industry safety and compliance standards are met
Health and Wellness Operations Manager, Lifestyle Medicine & Wellness Centers
Intermountain Healthcare
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Directed daily operations for two Lifestyle Medicine & Wellness Centers, managing 17 caregivers and 4 providers
- Oversaw budgets exceeding $1.6 million and implemented continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency and net operating income
- Developed enterprise-wide digital and in-person trainings on weight bias, reaching over 3,300 caregivers and multiple residency programs. Tailored content to targeted audiences.
- Led the rollout of service line initiatives, including concierge exams and wellbeing programs aligned with enterprise strategy. Coordinated with executive leadership, marketing, and patient education departments
- Spearheaded the development of a value-based care pilot program for Medicare patients with a focus on diabetes and cardiovascular disease prevention and treatment
- Developed a structured weight management program for transplant candidates
Inpatient Clinical Nutrition Manager
Intermountain Healthcare
03.2020 - 08.2022
- Managed 45 clinical nutrition professionals across 5 hospitals- including diet techs, dietitians, and RN’s- ensuring compliance with Joint Commission standards
- Partnered with EHR specialists and clinical leadership to redesign clinical documentation workflows and EHR tools for dietitians to improve usability, compliance, and data integrity across 23 hospitals
- Transitioned inpatient teams to a hybrid model during the COVID-19 pandemic while maintaining high-quality patient care
- Standardized enteral nutrition supply chains, reducing waste and saving $4,000 annually using PDCA and Lean methodologies
- Developed a systemwide parenteral nutrition competency to improve interdisciplinary care and patient safety
- Implemented indirect calorimetry to improve outcomes for critically ill patients
- Developed a nutrition care program for underfunded cancer patients to improve access to medical nutrition therapy
Outpatient Registered Dietitian, Lead Dietitian
Intermountain Healthcare
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Supervised outpatient nutrition services and onboarding for new hires, fostering a collaborative clinical culture
- Introduced new screening tools for eating disorders in the diabetes prevention program, improving risk identification
- Led systemwide revisions of nutrition education materials and peer audit tools required by Joint Commission
- Established Project ECHO Eating Disorder and Adult Ketogenic Therapy programs to expand patient access to specialized care
- Implemented behavior change techniques and theories in nutrition counseling
- Provided MNT for cardiometabolic disorders (obesity, diabetes, lipid disorders), GI disorders, and eating disorders
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Baylor University
08.2016 - 12.2017
- Taught undergraduate courses in Health and Human Behavior, integrating real-world case discussions to improve student engagement
- Received superior student evaluations and demonstrated excellence in communication and subject mastery
Clinical Inpatient Registered Dietitian
St. Mark’s Hospital, HCA
08.2012 - 06.2016
- Delivered medical nutrition therapy to ICU, medical-surgical, and acute care patients
- Created department protocols and training materials to align clinical practices with evidence-based guidelines
- Team lead in the roll-out of hospital-wide EHR transition from Tandem to Epic
Education
M.P.H. - Public Health- Community Health Education specialization
Baylor University
Waco, TX05-2018
B.S. - Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Sciences
Utah State University
Logan, UT05-2012
Skills
Clinical program leadership
Chronic disease & metabolic health expertise
Stakeholder collaboration
Project management
Digital health enablement
Quality improvement
Data-driven decision making
Clinical guidelines development
Training development
Certification
- Registered dietitian, CDR, 2012-Present
- Certified Dietitian, DOPL, 2012-2016, 2018-Present
- Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management, CDR, 2020-2025
- Women in Leadership, Cohort 14, Intermountain Healthcare, 2024
- Continuous Improvement Certification, Intermountain Healthcare, 2020
- Vegetarian Nutrition Certificate of Training, CDR, 2019
Volunteer Experience
- Cellist, Murray Symphony Orchestra, 2023-Present
- Dietitian, Fit to Recover (Addiction Recovery), 2012-2014
Timeline
Ecosystem Portfolio Specialist
Novo Nordisk
02.2025 - Current
Health and Wellness Operations Manager, Lifestyle Medicine & Wellness Centers
Intermountain Healthcare
08.2022 - 07.2024
Inpatient Clinical Nutrition Manager
Intermountain Healthcare
03.2020 - 08.2022
Outpatient Registered Dietitian, Lead Dietitian
Intermountain Healthcare
08.2018 - 03.2020
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Baylor University
08.2016 - 12.2017
Clinical Inpatient Registered Dietitian
St. Mark’s Hospital, HCA
08.2012 - 06.2016
M.P.H. - Public Health- Community Health Education specialization
Baylor University
B.S. - Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Sciences
Utah State University