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Jennifer Hanks

Independence,KY

Summary

I may be a newer Registered Dietitian, but present with 27 years of clinical nutrition experience as a prior Registered Dietetic Technician. I am dedicated to improving patient lives through evidence-based nutritional practices. Talented at identifying risk factors for malnutrition, developing treatment plans and monitoring progress. Focused on team approaches to meet the needs of the patient.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Dietitian(prior DTR)

Christian Village at Mt Healthy
Cincinnati, OH
07.2019 - Current
  • Completion of nutritional assessments, monitoring of weights, skin integrity, tube feeding analysis, renal diets/dialysis, and pertinent nutrition labs. Performing Nutritional Focused Physical Exams to assess risk and/or identify degree of malnutrition.
  • Provide nutrition education to patients, families and staff as needed.
  • Participate in: Care Conferences, QM/QAPI, Risk Management, Staff Education
  • Monitor dietary staff adherence to proper food safety protocols, such as temperature control, cross contamination prevention.
  • Complete MDS assessments, CAAS's and nutritional care plans. Assist MDS coordinators with PDPM reimbursement.

Registered Dietetic Technician

Ivy Woods Healthcare
Price Hill, OH
03.2003 - 07.2019
  • Completion of comprehensive nutritional assessments, initiation of nutritional care plans
  • Identifying and documentation of high risk patients: impaired skin integrity, abnormal labs, hemodialysis/peritoneal dialysis, significant weight changes, acute and chronic illness impacting nutritional status
  • Monthly and prn documentation for tube feeding patients with recommendations as needed
  • Assist VA Case Manager with any needed nutritional inquires ie monthly weights pertaining to VA Contract patients. Participation in annual VA Contract Survey

Education

Bachelor of Science - Dietetics

University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
04.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Dietetic Technology

Cincinnati State Technical And Community College
Cincinnati, OH
06.1996

Skills

  • Self-directed
  • Ensure Written and Verbal Communication
  • Dedication to growth, work ethics and productivity
  • Effective Interdisciplinary Team member
  • 34 years of experience in the Long Term Care setting

Licensure

  • Licensed by the State Medical Board of Ohio 2023-2025
  • Application for Kentucky License submitted to the Kentucky Board of Dietitians and Nutritionists December 2023, awaiting approval

Membership

  • Member of the Greater Cincinnati Dietetic Association

Timeline

Registered Dietitian(prior DTR)

Christian Village at Mt Healthy
07.2019 - Current

Registered Dietetic Technician

Ivy Woods Healthcare
03.2003 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Science - Dietetics

University of Cincinnati

Associate of Applied Science - Dietetic Technology

Cincinnati State Technical And Community College

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