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Kristina Catalano

San Marcos,CA

Summary

Experienced Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Licensed Dietitian and Certified Dietitian with 10 years of experience helping patients handle chronic medical problems through effective nutrition. Successfully educated patients and families, planned menus and completed assessments. Strong communicator with outstanding active listening skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Dietitian Consultant

Dietitian Consulting Services
09.2022 - Current
  • Educated patients and their families on proper nutrition, empowering them to make informed dietary choices.
  • Conduct nutrition assessments for patients with various chronic diseases

● Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans

● Monitor and Evaluate the outcomes and complications of enteral nutrition

● Document and communicate nutrition interventions and recommendations

● Maintain competency and skills through continuing education

● Perform calculations for nutritional values, enteral feedings and modified diets

Clinical Dietitian

HCA Brandon Hospital
09.2023 - 04.2024
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients in various clinical settings.
  • Educated patients and families on appropriate nutrition management strategies for specific health conditions.
  • Used electronic medical record systems proficiently for tracking patient progress notes, orders, and other essential documentation aspects required in daily practice as a Clinical Dietitian.
  • Optimized nutritional support by adjusting enteral and parenteral feedings as needed based on patient needs and tolerance levels.

Clinical Dietitian

Rancho Coastal Medical Center
01.2022 - 09.2022
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients in various clinical settings.
  • Educated patients and families on appropriate nutrition management strategies for specific health conditions.
  • Used electronic medical record systems proficiently for tracking patient progress notes, orders, and other essential documentation aspects required in daily practice as a Clinical Dietitian.
  • Optimized nutritional support by adjusting enteral and parenteral feedings as needed based on patient needs and tolerance levels.

Consulting Registered Dietitian

Rockport Healthcare Services
02.2020 - 01.2022
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care and ensure seamless delivery of nutrition services.
  • Developed educational materials to promote healthy eating habits, resulting in increased awareness among patients and their families.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with personalized counseling sessions, focusing on dietary habits, lifestyle changes, and goal-setting strategies.
  • Optimized clinical workflow by maintaining detailed documentation and efficient communication with colleagues.

Director of Nutrition Services

Glen Brook Healthcare Center
02.2019 - 02.2020
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness using data-driven metrics and made necessary adjustments accordingly.
  • Led efforts in obtaining accreditation from industry-recognized organizations by adhering to best practices within the field of nutrition services.
  • Maintained open lines of communication between department staff, hospital administration, physicians, patients, and families.
  • Enhanced department efficiency by streamlining processes and standardizing protocols for meal planning and preparation.
  • Leveraged technology solutions when designing custom meal plans for patients with specific dietary needs and restrictions.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations regarding food safety, sanitation, and nutritional standards.

Director of Nutrition Services

Vibra Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2018 - 02.2019
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness using data-driven metrics and made necessary adjustments accordingly.
  • Led efforts in obtaining accreditation from industry-recognized organizations by adhering to best practices within the field of nutrition services.
  • Maintained open lines of communication between department staff, hospital administration, physicians, patients, and families.

Registered Dietitian

Carlsbad by the Sea, Frontporch Community
07.2014 - 04.2018
  • Developed educational materials to promote healthy eating habits, resulting in increased awareness among patients and their families.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care and ensure seamless delivery of nutrition services.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with personalized counseling sessions, focusing on dietary habits, lifestyle changes, and goal-setting strategies.
  • Optimized clinical workflow by maintaining detailed documentation and efficient communication with colleagues.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Dietetics

Loma Linda University
Loma Linda
06.1993

Skills

  • Medical Nutrition Therapy
  • Parenteral Nutrition
  • Cardiovascular Nutrition
  • Health Promotion
  • Enteral Nutrition
  • Diabetes management
  • Patient Counseling
  • Renal Nutrition

Timeline

Clinical Dietitian

HCA Brandon Hospital
09.2023 - 04.2024

Clinical Dietitian Consultant

Dietitian Consulting Services
09.2022 - Current

Clinical Dietitian

Rancho Coastal Medical Center
01.2022 - 09.2022

Consulting Registered Dietitian

Rockport Healthcare Services
02.2020 - 01.2022

Director of Nutrition Services

Glen Brook Healthcare Center
02.2019 - 02.2020

Director of Nutrition Services

Vibra Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2018 - 02.2019

Registered Dietitian

Carlsbad by the Sea, Frontporch Community
07.2014 - 04.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Dietetics

Loma Linda University
Kristina Catalano