Kristi McCuan
Jackson,TN
Summary
Hardworking and reliable Clinical Dietitian with strong ability in patient care. Offering Nutrition care and compassion. Highly-organized, proactive, and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Dietitian
Morrison Healthcare@JMCGH
Jackson, TN
11.2013 - Current
- Assessed patient's response to prescribed diets and made necessary modifications as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of all nutrition-related activities, including medical history, laboratory results and progress notes.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff on menu options that meet the nutritional needs of patients.
- Evaluated unique nutrient and energy requirements for each patient based on BMI, lifestyle and individual medical issues.
- Provided educational materials and counseling to help clients understand their dietary requirements.
- Provided support to family members or caregivers in understanding the importance of proper nutrition for a loved one's health.
- Coordinated with physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
- Developed diets to meet nutritional requirements for people with special conditions.
- Advised clients on appropriate portion sizes based on their individual caloric needs.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans for patients.
- Calculated nutritional requirements to assess adequacy of diet and nutrition support.
Clinical Dietitian
Sodexo @JMCGH
Jackson, TN
05.2008 - 10.2013
- Assessed patient's response to prescribed diets and made necessary modifications as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of all nutrition-related activities, including medical history, laboratory results and progress notes.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff on menu options that meet the nutritional needs of patients.
- Calculated nutritional requirements to assess adequacy of diet and nutrition support.
- Evaluated unique nutrient and energy requirements for each patient based on BMI, lifestyle and individual medical issues.
- Provided educational materials and counseling to help clients understand their dietary requirements.
- Counseled clients on how to make changes in their diets through meal planning and shopping strategies.
- Provided support to family members or caregivers in understanding the importance of proper nutrition for a loved one's health.
- Coordinated with physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
- Advised clients on appropriate portion sizes based on their individual caloric needs.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans for patients.
- Monitored progress of patients in achieving their nutrition goals.
- Developed individualized nutrition plans to meet the nutritional needs of patients.
- Educated clients on special diets such as diabetes management, renal disease management or weight control programs.
Education
Master of Science - Human Environmental Sciences
University of TN @ Martin
Martin, TN05-2001
Skills
- Patient Training
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Patient Education
- Disease Prevention
Certification
- Licensed in Tennessee
Accomplishments
- Treasurer (currently), Nominating Committee (past), & President (past) for West Tennessee Dietetic Association\
- Member of Tennessee Dietetic Association
- Member of Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics
- Current with Commission on Dietetic Registration
Timeline
Clinical Dietitian
Morrison Healthcare@JMCGH
11.2013 - Current
Clinical Dietitian
Sodexo @JMCGH
05.2008 - 10.2013
Master of Science - Human Environmental Sciences
University of TN @ Martin
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