Katherine Bultman
Summary
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, licensed in the stated of Kentucky, with over 15 years of clinical experience in an acute care setting educating patient, monitoring patient nutrition and managing physician-ordered diets. Demonstrated success in collaborating with multiple disciplines to optimize patient outcomes and ensuring that patients meet estabilished nutrition goals while hospitalized.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dietitian II
Sodexo
Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2021 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions, and energy requirements in an acute care rehabilitation setting.
- Determined patient specific nutrient and energy requirements based on patient's disease state and medical condition.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including physicians, case managers, physical and occupational therapists, and speech pathologists to optimize patient care and patient outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing customized nutrition plans based on individual needs and medical conditions.
- Involved in precepting and mentoring Dietetic Interns from the University of Kentucky and Sodexo.
- Participated in the recertification process for The Joint Commission Disease Specific Care Certification for Amputee Rehabilitation and Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation
- Evaluated food service operations for quality assurance purposes, identifying areas for improvement including appropriate portion sizes and appropriate diet textures based on International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative (IDDSI) standards.
Clinical Dietitian
Morrison Healthcare
Western State Hospital
09.2008 - 03.2021
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient including medical history, current medications, and calculating estimated nutrient and energy requirements in an inpatient setting.
- Developed nutritional plans addressing individual patient conditions including food allergies and Diabetes.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurse practitioners, and nursing staff to ensure that patients were on appropriate diets based on their medical conditions.
- Provided consultation and guidance related to nutrition care of patients to the healthcare team.
- Functioned as part of an interdisciplinary team in providing care for patients in an acute care setting.
Education
Dietetic Internship
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY08-2008
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05-2006
Professional Memberships
- Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
- Kentucky Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
- Dietitians in Medical Nutrition Therapy DPG
Timeline
Registered Dietitian II
Sodexo
03.2021 - Current
Clinical Dietitian
Morrison Healthcare
09.2008 - 03.2021
Dietetic Internship
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
University of Kentucky