Lisa Bonacuse MS, RD, LD
Copley
Summary
Dynamic dietitian skilled in client assessment and personalized meal planning. Known for adaptability, strong organizational and active listening skills committed to improving health outcomes through tailored nutrition strategies.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Dietitian
Foodsmart
Remote
07.2025 - Current
- Licensed RD in Ohio, Illinois, Oregon
- Assessed individual dietary requirements and provided tailored nutritional advice to enhance client well-being.
- Delivered comprehensive guidance on the significance of proper nutrition in controlling chronic condition like obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease
- Utilized Foodsmart software for tracking client progress and refining meal plans based on dietary requirements.
- Enhanced patient outcomes through development of tailored nutrition plans and delivery of continuous counseling.
Adoption Center Manager
One of A Kind Pet Rescue
Akron
01.2023 - 07.2025
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and optimal resource allocation.
- Designed and executed comprehensive training programs to elevate team performance.
- Oversaw adoption processes, streamlining procedures to improve animal placement outcomes.
Administrator
Physician Choice Home Health Care
Akron, OH
01.2012 - 07.2025
- Managed patient records and documentation to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Coordinated scheduling for interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care delivery.
- Implemented streamlined processes for intake and discharge, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Trained new staff on administrative protocols and software systems to ensure consistency in operations.
Dietetic Internship Director/Clinical Dietitian
MetroHealth Medical Center
Cleveland, OH
01.2000 - 12.2010
- Planning, organizing, and evaluating the dietetic internship program
- Ensuring compliance with accreditation standards
- Supervising interns and coordinating clinical, community, and foodservice rotations
- Conducted nutritional assessments identifying nutritional diagnoses
- Developed and implemented individualized nutrition care plans
- Providing MNT for conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer, obesity, and prenatal
- Provide nutrition education to patients and families
Clinical Dietitian
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Cleveland, OH
01.1995 - 12.2000
- Developed personalized nutrition care plans based on patient assessments and dietary needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and promote wellness initiatives.
- Educated patients on nutritional practices and healthy lifestyle choices to support chronic disease management.
- Conducted comprehensive nutrition evaluations using evidence-based assessment tools and methodologies.
- Areas covered include: cardiology, oncology, prenatal, bariatric, psych and eating disorders
Clinical Dietitian
St. Joseph Medical Center
Lorain, OH
05.1994 - 01.1995
Education
Master of Science - Human Nutrition
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH01-1994
Dietetic Internship - Human Nutrition
Louis Stokes VA
Cleveland, OH01-1994
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH09-1992
Skills
- Active listening
- Excellent communication
- Client relationship management
- Critical thinking
- Relationship building
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Dietitian
Foodsmart
07.2025 - Current
Adoption Center Manager
One of A Kind Pet Rescue
01.2023 - 07.2025
Administrator
Physician Choice Home Health Care
01.2012 - 07.2025
Dietetic Internship Director/Clinical Dietitian
MetroHealth Medical Center
01.2000 - 12.2010
Clinical Dietitian
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
01.1995 - 12.2000
Clinical Dietitian
St. Joseph Medical Center
05.1994 - 01.1995
Master of Science - Human Nutrition
Case Western Reserve University
Dietetic Internship - Human Nutrition
Louis Stokes VA
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition
University of Cincinnati