Karla Zurita
Dietitian
Edinburg,United States
Summary
As a diligent and enthusiastic dietitian, I am committed to delivering exceptional patient care. Leveraging my education and passion for nutrition, I aim to contribute to a healthcare team, providing individualized dietary counseling to help patients achieve their wellness goals and enhance their quality of life.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
DaVita Valley Baptist
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient care and management of kidney disease.
- Educated patients on the importance of adhering to their prescribed diets, leading to increased compliance and better health outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive nutritional assessments for patients, identifying areas for improvement and tailoring dietary recommendations accordingly.
Intern
Mission Regional Hospital
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing customized nutrition plans based on individual needs and medical conditions in collaboration with the patient and team members
- Interpreted lab results in relationship to diet therapy when conducting nutritional counseling.
- Conducted comprehensive nutritional assessments for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Document patient assessments, interventions, and progress notes accurately and timely in electronic health records (EHR), ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and confidentiality guidelines.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
Intern
WIC Program
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Assist WIC staff in conducting eligibility screenings and enrollment interviews for program participants, verifying income, residency, and nutritional risk criteria.
- Provide nutrition education and counseling to WIC participants on topics such as prenatal nutrition, breastfeeding, infant feeding, child nutrition, healthy eating habits, and physical activity
- Aid in the distribution of supplemental foods and formula vouchers to eligible WIC clients, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with program regulations.
Intern
Complete Nutrition Solutions
10.2022 - 11.2022
- Enhanced client progress by implementing effective counseling techniques and strategies.
- Provide individualized nutrition counseling sessions, addressing specific health concerns such as weight management, diabetes, heart disease, gastrointestinal disorders, or food allergies.
- Offer guidance on meal planning, portion control, food selection, and preparation techniques to promote balanced nutrition and healthy eating habits.
- Monitor clients' progress towards their nutrition goals, adjusting plans as needed and providing ongoing support and encouragement.
- Maintain accurate records of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes in accordance with confidentiality and privacy regulations.
Intern
HEB Wellness
09.2022 - 10.2022
- Support HEB's marketing and outreach efforts by contributing nutrition content for newsletters, social media platforms, website blogs, and promotional materials, engaging customers and followers with evidence-based nutrition information and tips.
- Organize and conduct tours of HEB stores, highlighting nutritious food options, ingredient selection, and healthy meal ideas for customers seeking guidance on making healthier choices while shopping.
- Provide personalized nutrition counseling and dietary recommendations tailored to clients' specific goals, preferences, and medical conditions.
Intern
DHR Health Diabetes & Endocrinology Institute
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Enhanced community awareness of diabetes prevention and management through public presentations and workshops.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to design innovative educational materials and tools that increased patient comprehension of diabetes-related topics.
- Assisted in creating personalized meal plans and dietary recommendations tailored to patients' specific health goals, blood glucose targets, insulin sensitivity, carbohydrate intake, and nutritional requirements.
- Provide nutrition counseling to support weight management, improve insulin sensitivity, prevent hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia, and reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications.
Intern
Food And Nutrition Service
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Assist in meal preparation, production, and distribution, following standardized recipes, portion control guidelines, and dietary restrictions to ensure quality and consistency in food service delivery
- Conduct nutrition screenings and assessments under the guidance of registered dietitians, collecting pertinent information such as dietary histories, food allergies, medical conditions, and weight status.
- Monitor food safety and sanitation practices in accordance with regulatory standards and organizational policies, conducting routine inspections of food preparation areas, equipment, and storage facilities.
- Shadow and learn from experienced professionals in various roles within the Food and Nutrition Service department, gaining exposure to different aspects of food service management, clinical nutrition, and dietetics practice
Food Preparation Research Assistant
Campus Food Security Initiative
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Collaborate with the head chef to prepare nutritious meals and food items for distribution to students facing food insecurity, ensuring high quality and adherence to dietary guidelines.
- Assist in organizing and conducting food demonstrations and cooking workshops on campus, showcasing affordable, healthy meal options and cooking techniques to promote food security and nutrition literacy.
- Support research efforts by collecting data, conducting surveys, and analyzing information related to food access, food preferences, and barriers to food security among students.
- Work with the CFSI team to coordinate media outreach, including social media campaigns, and promotional events, to raise awareness of food insecurity issues and CFSI initiatives.
Education
Master of Science - Dietetics
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley,
Edinburg, TX05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nutritional Sciences
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley,
Edinburg, TX05.2021
Skills
- Community Nutrition
- Diabetes Education
- Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Nutrition counseling
- Evidence-based advice
- Electronic Medical Records
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Bilingual
- Listening skills
- Marketing skills
- Nutrition Assessment
Timeline
Intern
DaVita Valley Baptist
04.2023 - 05.2023
Intern
Mission Regional Hospital
01.2023 - 04.2023
Intern
WIC Program
11.2022 - 12.2022
Intern
Complete Nutrition Solutions
10.2022 - 11.2022
Intern
HEB Wellness
09.2022 - 10.2022
Intern
DHR Health Diabetes & Endocrinology Institute
08.2022 - 09.2022
Intern
Food And Nutrition Service
01.2022 - 05.2022
Food Preparation Research Assistant
Campus Food Security Initiative
01.2021 - 05.2021
Master of Science - Dietetics
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley,
Bachelor of Science - Nutritional Sciences
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley,
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