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Jennifer Peter

Des Moines

Summary

Dynamic Informatics Dietitian at VA Central Iowa Healthcare System, adept in meal planning and nutritional analysis. Successfully developed nutrient-dense recipes and mentored interns, enhancing their clinical skills. Committed to innovative menu development, ensuring compliance with dietary guidelines while accommodating diverse patient needs. Passionate about improving health outcomes through tailored nutrition solutions.

Work History

Informatics Dietitian

VA Central Iowa Healthcare System
  • Planned nutritious meal options for individuals with various health needs and conditions.
  • Educated food service staff on diet order training and servsafe classes.
  • Assisted in menu development for institutional settings to ensure compliance with dietary guidelines and accommodate diverse needs of residents or patients.
  • Developed nutrient-dense recipes and flexible meal templates to meet nutritional objectives.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to stay current with emerging research trends in the field of dietetics.
  • Analyzed nutrient content of recipes or menus using specialized software tools to ensure alignment with dietary requirements.
  • Evaluated new products or supplements for potential inclusion in client recommendations based on clinical evidence and safety considerations.
  • Mentored dietetic interns by sharing knowledge, providing guidance during clinical rotations, and evaluating performance against established standards.

Education

Dietetics

Iowa State University
Ames, IA
12.1994

Skills

  • Meal planning
  • Nutritional analysis
  • Meal distribution
  • Taste testing and recipe development
  • Menu development

Timeline

Informatics Dietitian

VA Central Iowa Healthcare System

Dietetics

Iowa State University