Kathleen Rankin
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Registered/Licensed Dietitian and Certified Diabetes and Education Care Specialist with a background in clinical nutrition, health promotion, and wellness coaching. Distinguished for providing individualized nutritional counseling to diverse populations and developing effective dietary plans. Skills include strong knowledge of medical nutrition therapy, excellent communication abilities, and ability to work collaboratively within healthcare teams. Noted for successfully improving patient health outcomes through implementation of evidence-based dietetic practices and education programs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dietitian/Diabetes Educator
Randolph Health Diabetes & Nutrition center
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Educated clients about healthy eating habits and lifestyle choices.
- Provided support and guidance regarding lifestyle changes required for effective management of chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia.
- Demonstrated proper use of medical equipment associated with diabetes management.
- Evaluated program effectiveness by collecting feedback from participants in diabetes education programs.
Registered Dietitian
Sodexo @ Randolph Hospital
Asheboro, NC
01.2020 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with physicians to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with nutrition-related conditions.
- Reviewed patient progress notes for accuracy regarding dietary information.
- Created and maintained detailed health and nutrition records of clients.
- Provided advice on special diets based on medical conditions or allergies.
Clinical Nutrition Manager
HHS Culinary Solutions, LLC
Wilson, NC
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Managed and supervised teams of registered dietitians, clinical dietitians, and dietetic interns.
- Monitored quality assurance activities regarding food service operations at the facility level.
- Monitored quality assurance activities related to food service operations at the facility level.
Registered Dietitian
Healthcare Services Group/Genesis Healthcare
Siler City, NC
03.2016 - 10.2019
- Conducted nutrition assessments and created tailored care plans for residents in a 150-bed long term care facility.
- Implemented effective nutrition therapy techniques to support enteral nutrition, facilitate wound healing, and optimize blood sugar control.
- Managed and implemented a comprehensive Quality Improvement Program.
- Worked closely with PT, OT, and SLP team members to ensure coordinated nutrition care.
- Received recognition for excellent patient satisfaction.
Diabetes Educator
Novant Health, Inc
Winston-Salem, NC
05.2010 - 07.2015
- Conducted individual and group diabetes education sessions for patients.
- Customized educational strategies and developed tailored materials for diverse educational levels and cultural backgrounds.
- Contributed to team strategic planning efforts aimed at expanding outreach to underserved groups.
Wellness Coach
Wellness Coaches USA
Bluebell, PA
05.2006 - 08.2009
- Provided guidance and support to a diverse workforce of 1,500 employees across 9 locations, resulting in improved health outcomes and decreased job-related injuries.
- Served as a consultant for fellow coaches across the country, offering expertise in nutrition and diabetes education.
- Achieved promotion to Senior Wellness Coach in just one year.
Education
Master of Science - Human Nutrition And Hospitality Management
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL08-1989
Philosophy & Chemistry
Spring Hill College
Mobile, AL05-1987
Skills
- Patient Education
- Diabetes management
- Meal Planning
- Tailored nutrition strategies
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Nutrition recommendations
- Weight management
- Health Promotion
- Disease Prevention
Affiliations
- Member of the American Dietetic Association
- National Academy of Diabetes Educators 2010-2017
- Certified Diabetes and Education Care Specialist 2024
- CPR Certified 2024
Degrees
- MS, Human Nutrition, Hospitality Management, 1989, The University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa
- Bachelor of Art, Philosophy, Chemistry, 1987, Spring Hill College
Communication Skills
Excellent communication skills have led to multiple television and radio station interviews, as well as newspaper publications. I have also designed and updated PowerPoint presentations, patient educational materials, and wrote/illustrated the patient Diabetes Manual at Novant health
Certification
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
- Registered Dietitian
- Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist
Accomplishments
- Wrote and Illustrated sections of Diabetes Manual for patients at Novant Health Diabetes Center
- Requested for public speaking engagements at multiple civic organizations
- Invited to television and radio station interviews
- Promoted to Senior Wellness Coach with 6 months at Wellness Coaches USA
- Passed all JCAHO surveys
- Updated patient educational materials to meet ADA 2024 Standards of Care
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Dietitian/Diabetes Educator
Randolph Health Diabetes & Nutrition center
01.2023 - 08.2024
Registered Dietitian
Sodexo @ Randolph Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2023
Clinical Nutrition Manager
HHS Culinary Solutions, LLC
01.2019 - 12.2019
Registered Dietitian
Healthcare Services Group/Genesis Healthcare
03.2016 - 10.2019
Diabetes Educator
Novant Health, Inc
05.2010 - 07.2015
Wellness Coach
Wellness Coaches USA
05.2006 - 08.2009
Master of Science - Human Nutrition And Hospitality Management
The University of Alabama
Philosophy & Chemistry
Spring Hill College
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
- Registered Dietitian
- Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist
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