Kelly ARBUCKLE
LAFAYETTE,IN
Summary
Dynamic Clinical Dietitian with extensive experience at IU Health Arnett Hospital, specializing in comprehensive nutritional assessments and tailored education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective dietary guidance and interdepartmental collaboration. Proficient in electronic medical records and committed to delivering health-focused nutrition strategies. Strong communicator dedicated to patient care excellence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Dietitian
IU Health Arnett Hospital
01.2018 - 10.2025
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of 10 or more patients based on health history, medical conditions, and energy requirements.
- MNT used for inpatient population in order to improve or maintain nutrition status.
- Assessed patients in all units, including: NICU, ICU, Pediatrics, Oncology, Neurology, Mother/Baby.
- Monitored patient progress and documented nutritional information in patient charts and records.
- Applied the NCP to meet estimated nutrition needs for inpatient population.
- Experience with both inpatient and outpatient nutrition assessments.
- Provided nutrition education tailored to patient's need using the Nutrition Care Manual.
- Provided tube feeding recommendations using both Abbott and Kate Farms formularies
- Provided TPN recommendations in conjunction with unit pharmacist and physicians.
- Attended daily multidisciplinary rounds which included physicians, pharmacists, case managers, social workers and pharmacists.
Clinical Dietitian 2
Sodexo USA
12.2016 - 06.2021
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of 10 or more patients based on health history, medical conditions, and energy requirements.
- MNT used for inpatient population in order to improve or maintain nutrition status.
- Assessed patients in all units, including: NICU, ICU, Pediatrics, Oncology, Neurology, OB/Gyn
- Monitored patient progress and documented nutritional information in patient charts and records.
- Applied the NCP to meet estimated nutrition needs for inpatient population
- Experience with both inpatient and outpatient nutrition assessments.
- Provided nutrition education tailored to patient's need using the Nutrition Care Manual.
- Provided tube feeding recommendations using both Abbott and Kate Farms formulas.
- Provided TPN recommendations in conjunction with unit pharmacist and physicians.
Dietitian
HCR ManorCare
09.2016 - 12.2017
- Assessments completed on a monthly basis for each resident, both rehab patients (15 total) and long term care residents (up to 30).
- Provided nutrition interventions for any residents who may have been found to be at risk for malnutrition after assessment.
- Collaborated with other providers to ensure residents were given correct diets which included any texture or thickness modifications.
- Attended family meetings and provided input regarding the nutrition status of the resident.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Education
Dietetic Internship - Dietetics
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL07-2016
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition
Benedictine University
Lisle, IL05-2015
No Degree - General Studies
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL08-2011
Skills
- Dietary guidance
- Proficient in electronic medical records
- Nutritional advice
- Health-focused nutrition guidance
- Health education delivery
- Interdepartmental cooperation
- Clear verbal and written communication
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Evidence-based care
Timeline
Clinical Dietitian
IU Health Arnett Hospital
01.2018 - 10.2025
Clinical Dietitian 2
Sodexo USA
12.2016 - 06.2021
Dietitian
HCR ManorCare
09.2016 - 12.2017
Dietetic Internship - Dietetics
Loyola University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition
Benedictine University
No Degree - General Studies
Joliet Junior College
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