Keri Ann Souza
Phenix City,AL
Summary
Licensed Clinical Dietitian with 13 years of experience developing personalized nutritional plans that positively affect patient outcomes. Highly-qualified and well-trained clinical professional with detailed approach. Diligent in staying updated on latest medical research and nutrition solutions. Skilled in teaching 1:1 and in a group setting.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diabetes Nutrition Educator
Helwig Diabetes Center
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Taught classes and provided nutrition counseling for patients with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes.
- Collaborated with other educators to integrate nutritional concepts into various subject areas, promoting holistic approach to education.
Clinical Dietitian/Educator
Seelig Regional Diabetes Education Center
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Responsible for developing, coordinating, and organizing nutrition component for this diabetes center under direction of Boris Stevenin, M.D., Endocrinologist
- Provided individual counseling sessions and nutrition classes for people with Type 1 & 2 DM, GDM, & PDM.
Clinical Dietitian
Community General Hospital of Sullivan County
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Responsible for nutrition assessment and counseling for post-surgical, mental health and detoxification patients and families
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients in various clinical settings.
Department Head
Walnut Mountain Health Care Center
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Co-directed dietary department of this 175-bed nursing home facility
- Functions included assessing and maximizing nutrition and hydration status’, menu planning, counseling food service manager in areas of diet therapy and food preparation.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and recognition of accomplishments among employees.
Clinical Dietitian/WIC Coordinator
West Bluegrass District Health Department
01.1995 - 01.1997
- Provided Medical Nutrition Therapy to patients with diabetes, hypertension, obesity, hypercholesterolemia, heart disease, and hypoglycemia
- Educated and counseled pregnant, postpartum, and lactating women on their special nutritional needs
- Taught basics of breastfeeding
- Responsible for vendor monitoring, client relations, and promotion of WIC program
- Conducted nutrition education classes for variety of groups in community.
Nutritionist
Providence Ambulatory Health Care Foundation, Inc.
01.1994 - 01.1995
- Provided nutrition counseling for pregnant and postpartum mothers, infants, and children
- Conducted education sessions on weight loss, cholesterol lowering, reduced sodium and diabetic diets
- Functioned as preceptor for AP-4 students
- Served as bilingual interpreter and counselor for clientele.
Education
St. Luke’s Hospital/Marriott Health Care Services AP-4
New Bedford, MA07.1994
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
University of Rhode Island
12.1993
Skills
- Evidence-based advice
- Nutrition counseling
- Meal Planning
- Diet analysis
- Diabetes Management
- Weight Loss Counseling
- Sports Nutrition
- Geriatric Nutrition
- Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Written & verbal communication
Certification
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
AL, Licensed Dietitian
Personal Information
Army wife
Homeschool mother of 5
Hobbies and Interests
- Exploring the outdoors
- Reading a wide range of genres
- Cooking
Timeline
Diabetes Nutrition Educator
Helwig Diabetes Center
01.2001 - 01.2004
Clinical Dietitian/Educator
Seelig Regional Diabetes Education Center
01.1999 - 01.2000
Clinical Dietitian
Community General Hospital of Sullivan County
01.1997 - 01.1999
Department Head
Walnut Mountain Health Care Center
01.1997 - 01.1999
Clinical Dietitian/WIC Coordinator
West Bluegrass District Health Department
01.1995 - 01.1997
Nutritionist
Providence Ambulatory Health Care Foundation, Inc.
01.1994 - 01.1995
St. Luke’s Hospital/Marriott Health Care Services AP-4
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
University of Rhode Island