Jessica Barragan
San Antonio
Summary
Compassionate Registered Dietitian dedicated to fostering healthy food relationships and sustainable lifestyle transitions through in person and virtual counseling. Expert and specialist in outpatient GI nutrition, weight management, behavioral change coaching utilizing Motivational Interviewing to translate clinical goals into actionable, sustainable lifestyle shifts. Committed to a weight-inclusive care model that prioritizes patient empowerment and food literacy empower clients toward long-term health autonomy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist - Outpatient GI
Morrison Healthcare
San Antonio, TX
05.2024 - Current
- Developed individualized nutrition care plans for pediatric and, adults.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes through nutrition education.
- Conducted comprehensive nutritional assessments, ensuring accuracy in dietary recommendations.
- Educated patients on the importance of proper nutrition, leading to improved overall health and wellbeing.
- Developed nutrient-dense recipes and flexible meal templates to meet nutritional objectives.
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Trained new dietetic interns on clinical procedures and best practices in nutrition care.
- Facilitated group nutrition education sessions, fostering a supportive environment where participants could share experiences and learn from one another.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through consistent monitoring and adjustment of dietary recommendations based on progress.
Community Dietetic Intern
University of Texas at San Antonio Community Research
San Antonio, TX
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Participated in regular supervision sessions, receiving feedback to improve professional skills and knowledge continually.
- Prepared monthly nutrition newsletters and recipes for participants involved in the current research program.
Clinical/ Foodservice Dietetic Intern
Army Residence Community (ARC)
San Antonio, TX
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify needs and provide appropriate interventions.
Foodservice Dietetic Intern
Texas Center for Infectious Disease (TCID)
San Antonio, TX
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted patients, clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
- Educated patients on the importance of proper nutrition, resulting in increased adherence to dietary recommendations and improved health outcomes.
Clinical Dietetic Intern
PAM Health Specialty Hospital
San Antonio, TX
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Determine appropriate nutrition support for residents including route of delivery, administration method and appropriate formula selection.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex medical conditions.
Clinical Dietetic Intern
Texas Center for Infectious Disease (TCID)
San Antonio, TX
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Assisted patients and clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
Community Dietetic Intern
Meals on Wheels- San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Improved patient nutritional outcomes by conducting thorough dietary assessments and creating tailored meal plans.
- Educated patients on the importance of proper nutrition, resulting in increased adherence to dietary recommendations and improved health outcomes.
Student Grader
University of Texas at San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Collaborated with fellow graders to ensure consistency in grading practices, contributing to a fair assessment system across all sections of the course.
Foodservice Dietetic Intern
South San Antonio ISD
San Antonio, TX
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Provided nutritious meals ideas for school aged children with food allergies and special dietary needs to promote good nutrition and healthy eating behaviors.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for children.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Dietetics
The University of Texas at San Antonio
05-2024
Masters - Dietetics Studies
The University of Texas at San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05-2024
Skills
- Motivational Interviewing/Dietary counseling/Patient counseling
- Nutrition education
- Nutrition Care Process/Medical nutrition therapy
- Nutrition-focused physical exams/Evidence-based care/Nutritional assessment
- Individualizing medical nutrition therapy interventions
- Modifying for specialized diets/Nutritional analysis
- Enteral and parenteral nutrition support/Clinical judgement
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Excellent communication/written skills
- Infant nutrition/Maternal nutrition
- Food allergies management
- Weight management/Disease prevention
Accomplishments
- Dietetic and Nutrition Student Association Green Garden Award
- Dietetic and Nutrition Student Association Leadership Appreciation Award
- University of Texas at San Antonio CPD Innovation Award
Affiliations
- Fundraiser Coordinator, Dietetic and Nutrition Student Association (DANSA) 08/ 2022-05/ 2023
- President, Dietetic and Nutrition Student Association (DANSA) 08/2022-05/2023
- Student Member, University of Texas at San Antonio Garden Committee 08/2022-05/2023
- Student Member, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics 08/2022-Present
Certification
- Serve Safe Food Handlers Certification 08/2021, Present
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) 08/2021, Present
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 08/2021, Present
- Human and Biomedical Research
- HIPPA Certification
Timeline
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist - Outpatient GI
Morrison Healthcare
05.2024 - Current
Community Dietetic Intern
University of Texas at San Antonio Community Research
02.2024 - 03.2024
Clinical/ Foodservice Dietetic Intern
Army Residence Community (ARC)
01.2024 - 02.2024
Foodservice Dietetic Intern
Texas Center for Infectious Disease (TCID)
10.2023 - 12.2023
Clinical Dietetic Intern
PAM Health Specialty Hospital
10.2023 - 12.2023
Clinical Dietetic Intern
Texas Center for Infectious Disease (TCID)
08.2023 - 10.2023
Community Dietetic Intern
Meals on Wheels- San Antonio
08.2022 - 12.2022
Foodservice Dietetic Intern
South San Antonio ISD
01.2022 - 05.2022
Student Grader
University of Texas at San Antonio
08.2021 - 06.2022
Masters - Dietetics Studies
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Dietetics
The University of Texas at San Antonio