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JENNIFER ELIAS

Winterville,NC

Summary

Passionate and dedicated dietitian with over 20 years of experience providing exceptional nutritional support to diverse patient populations. Strong commitment to lifelong learning and teaching enhances the ability to remain at the forefront of dietary advancements. Proven expertise in developing personalized nutrition plans that promote health and well-being, along with pursuing of professional growth and excellence in practice.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner-Dietitian

Nutrition at Best, Inc.
07.2008 - Current
  • Providing Medical Nutrition Therapy and patient education to a wide range of patient needs including bariatric surgery, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, celiac sprue, IBS, hypertension, kidney disease, weight management, among others. Complete detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions, and energy requirements. Monitor and educate candidates for bariatric surgery to ensure readiness and compliance.
  • Nutrition Counseling: Providing one-on-one guidance to clients on making healthy food choices, managing dietary restrictions, and promoting positive changes. Along with teaching nutrition classes and participating in monthly bariatric support groups.
  • Communication Skills: Cultivate interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with coworkers, students, patients and other health care professionals. Daily communication within multidisciplinary teams regarding patient care.
  • Training & Development: Developing and delivering training sessions for colleagues,healthcare professionals, and students on nutrition principles or specific dietary interventions
  • Patient Education Materials: Developing clear and concise educational resources, handouts, and presentations, to enhance client understanding.
  • Adapting Instructional Methods: Modifying teaching approaches to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities based on each
  • Preceptor for East Carolina University Dietetic Interns, high school students and college students wanting to learn about nutrition.





Outpatient Dietitian

Physicians East, P.A.
05.2002 - 06.2008
  • Provided Medical Nutrition Therapy to a wide range of patients focusing on Diabetes working directly with the Endocrinologists daily.
  • Counseled patients one on one and in class settings.
  • Site preceptor for East Carolina University Dietetic Interns.
  • Taught Gestational Diabetes to the Midwifery Program at East Carolina University.
  • Counseled patients for clinical trials.
  • Performed blood glucose and Hemoglobin A1c tests on patients . Demonstrated how to use blood glucose monitors to patients.
  • Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
  • Monitored patient progress and documented nutritional information in patient charts and records.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Liaised with healthcare professionals in creating nutrition-related treatment plans.

Clinical Dietitian

Lenoir Memorial Hospital
06.2001 - 05.2002
  • Provided Medical Nutrition Therapy to a variety of high risk patients specializing in cancer, renal, surgical, diabetes, and nutrition support tube feedings and TPN.
  • Revised the hospital diabetic menus transitioning from the Exchange List to Carbohydrate Counting.
  • Member of the Patient Education Committee and Cancer Committee.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Provided medical nutrition therapy to individuals and groups with chronic illnesses.
  • Monitored patient progress and documented nutritional information in patient charts and records.

Dietetic Technician

Lenoir Memorial Hospital, Inc.
1999 - 2000
  • Supervised and assisted in patient menu development and distribution, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Assisted with kitchen operations, maintaining compliance with Joint Commission standards for food safety and quality.
  • Assisted Dietitians with patient education.

Education

Dietetic Internship Program -

North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC
05-2001

Bachelor of Science Degree - Nutrition

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC
08-1998

Skills

  • Adhering to current Nutrition Policies and evidence based guidelines
  • Nutrition Counseling and Patient Counseling Techniques Effective teaching and evaluation skills
  • Developing Educational Handouts for diverse learning needs
  • Experience with a broad scope of patient needs
  • Proficient in independent and team-based work

Certification

  • Registered Dietitian (RD) Certification #914977
  • Licensed Dietitian (LDN) L002459

Timeline

Owner-Dietitian

Nutrition at Best, Inc.
07.2008 - Current

Outpatient Dietitian

Physicians East, P.A.
05.2002 - 06.2008

Clinical Dietitian

Lenoir Memorial Hospital
06.2001 - 05.2002

Dietetic Technician

Lenoir Memorial Hospital, Inc.
1999 - 2000

Dietetic Internship Program -

North Carolina Central University

Bachelor of Science Degree - Nutrition

East Carolina University

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