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Kelly Petersen

Chubbuck,ID

Summary

Results-oriented Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with 7 years of experience dedicated to promoting health and well-being. Committed to providing evidence-based nutrition care and fostering collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Proficient in leveraging strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills to empower individuals in achieving their nutritional goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Dietitian

Portneuf Medical Center
09.2022 - Current
  • Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and nutrition counseling for diverse patient populations including NICU, ICU, Cardiac, Medical/Surgical, Rehab, OBGYN, and Behavioral health units
  • Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized nutrition care plans
  • Proficiently utilize the EMR system (Epic) to maintain accurate patient records in compliance with current standards and regulations demonstrating attention to detail and strong commitment to patient care and safety
  • Employ strong time management skills and self-directed work approach to complete daily work loads of up to 20 patients, meal test trays and meal rounding tasks.

Adjunct Faculty

Idaho State University
08.2018 - Current
  • Use effective communication skills to provide clinical dietetic support through instruction, assignment feedback, and practicum rotation training for Dietetic Interns
  • Taught a synchronous, online-hybrid, 3-credit undergraduate level course on nutrition assessment and counseling techniques during the Spring 2021 semester
  • Utilized exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills to mentor groups of undergraduate students during their MNT rotations in acute care settings
  • Score exams and grade student performance fairly

Clinical Dietitian

Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center
08.2016 - 07.2018
  • Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements
  • Employed motivational interviewing techniques to educate and motivate patients on dietary changes for improved health
  • Assisted in creating and implementing a new BMI malnutrition screening guideline for geriatric patients.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Nutrition

University of Wisconsin
Madison
12.2023

Dietetic Internship -

Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID
05.2016

Bachelor of Science - Dietetics

Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID
05.2013

Skills

  • Nutrition Therapy
  • Nutrition Counseling
  • Disease Prevention
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Nutritional Analysis
  • Interdisciplinary Care
  • Online Instruction
  • Group Instruction
  • CITI certified 2022
  • Microsoft Office, Zoom, G-suite, Moodle, Canvas, Epic and Meditech

Affiliations

  • Pocatello Dietitians Association – Vice President (November 2020 – current)
  • Applicant Interview Committee – ISU Dietetic Internship Program (2018 – current)
  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints – Adult Sunday School Instructor (2022-current)
  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints – Youth Group Leader (2018-2022)
  • Idaho Food Bank, Cooking Matters Course Volunteer Intructor (2014-2015)

Timeline

Clinical Dietitian

Portneuf Medical Center
09.2022 - Current

Adjunct Faculty

Idaho State University
08.2018 - Current

Clinical Dietitian

Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center
08.2016 - 07.2018

Master of Science - Clinical Nutrition

University of Wisconsin

Dietetic Internship -

Idaho State University

Bachelor of Science - Dietetics

Idaho State University

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