Kendra Grinde-Busalacchi, RDN, CDCES
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Dietitian with a strong focus on telehealth nutrition counseling, chronic disease management, and behavior change facilitation. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through motivational interviewing and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dietitian
Sharp HealthCare
San Diego, CA
09.2013 - Current
- Provide nutrition education for inpatient and outpatient populations with chronic conditions, including obesity and diabetes.
- Guide lifestyle modifications for improved management of chronic diseases using motivational interviewing techniques.
- Develop and facilitate classes focused on weight management, diabetes prevention, and cardiovascular health.
Telehealth Registered Dietitian
Cecilia Health
San Diego, CA
03.2023 - 12.2024
- Delivered nutrition counseling and weight management through video and chat platforms.
- Facilitated medication management and obesity support under physician supervision.
- Employed motivational interviewing techniques to promote behavior change.
- Monitored patients remotely using devices such as scales, glucometers, and blood pressure meters.
Registered Dietitian
County of San Diego; Edgemoor Hospital
San Diego, CA
08.2005 - 04.2013
- Evaluated patients' nutritional status, offering targeted medical nutrition therapy and counseling.
- Participated actively in interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
- Led as Primary Qualified Instructor for San Diego’s Healthier Living with Diabetes Program.
- Managed a team to secure AADE accreditation, boosting seniors' diabetes management skills.
- Guided the program's development, achieving improved health outcomes for diabetic seniors.
Registered Dietitian Consultant
Nutrition Ink.
Banning, California
08.2004 - 08.2005
- Delivered nutrition consultation services to skilled nursing facilities and home health care programs.
- Specialized in Title XXII inspection preparation and nutrition assessment.
- Developed care plans and nutrition counseling tailored to specific needs.
- Created menus that meet dietary requirements of various populations.
Registered Dietitian
Kenosha Community Action Agency
Kenosha, Wisconsin
09.2002 - 03.2003
- Guided low-income, high-risk clients on maternal health, focusing on breastfeeding education and gestational diabetes management
Education
Dietetic Internship - Dietetics
Indiana University Purdue University At Indianapolis
Indianapolis08-2002
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT05-2001
Skills
- Telehealth nutrition counseling
- Chronic disease management
- Behavior change facilitation
- Motivational interviewing techniques
- Cardiovascular nutrition strategies
- Diabetes care and management
- Weight management solutions
- Evidence-based advice
Timeline
Telehealth Registered Dietitian
Cecilia Health
03.2023 - 12.2024
Registered Dietitian
Sharp HealthCare
09.2013 - Current
Registered Dietitian
County of San Diego; Edgemoor Hospital
08.2005 - 04.2013
Registered Dietitian Consultant
Nutrition Ink.
08.2004 - 08.2005
Registered Dietitian
Kenosha Community Action Agency
09.2002 - 03.2003
Dietetic Internship - Dietetics
Indiana University Purdue University At Indianapolis
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences
Montana State University
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