Jennifer Challis
Hurst,TX
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Director of Nutrition Services
Optimum Healthcare Management
Willow Park, TX
07.2015 - Current
- Recruited, trained, mentored and engaged highly successful operations leadership team to include Dietary Managers and Contract Dietitians.
- Monitored regulatory, compliance and safety requirements.
- Provided clinical coverage for four of ten facilities.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity, customer service and regulatory compliance.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Assisted with all dietary aspects of acquisition of an additional six facilities.
- Performed regular audits to monitor clinical documentation compliance.
- Responsible for management and oversight of raw food budget up to 3 million annually
- Negotiated price and service with vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Senior Dietary Consultant
Advanced Healthcare Solutions LLC
Arlington, TX
01.2014 - 07.2015
- Responsible for training and oversight of performance for multiple Regional Dietitians
- Provided clinical coverage for multiple facilities within the region
- Monitored foodservice operations for regulatory compliance
- Performed mock surveys to assess survey readiness
Regional Dietitian
Advanced Healthcare Solutions LLC
Arlington, TX
05.2013 - 01.2014
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
- Provided clinical RD coverage for 6 facilities in the region.
- Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
Clinical Dietitian
Fundamental LTC
Courtyards At Fort Worth, Fort Worth, TX
05.2009 - 05.2013
- Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Attended Care Plan and Quality Assurance meetings
Consultant Dietitian
Self Employed
DFW Metroplex Area
06.2006 - 06.2007
- Provided contract clinical support to several long term care facilities in the DFW Metroplex
Regional Dietitan
Beverly Enterprises
Fort Worth, TX
11.1995 - 02.2001
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Dietitics
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TXSkills
- Strong Leadership Skills
- Process Improvement
- Supply Chain Management
- Decision Making
- Team Building
Timeline
Corporate Director of Nutrition Services
Optimum Healthcare Management
07.2015 - Current
Senior Dietary Consultant
Advanced Healthcare Solutions LLC
01.2014 - 07.2015
Regional Dietitian
Advanced Healthcare Solutions LLC
05.2013 - 01.2014
Clinical Dietitian
Fundamental LTC
05.2009 - 05.2013
Consultant Dietitian
Self Employed
06.2006 - 06.2007
Regional Dietitan
Beverly Enterprises
11.1995 - 02.2001
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Dietitics
Texas Christian University