Lori Uyetanaka
DaVita
Temecula,CA
1
Certification
36
years of professional experience
Experienced Renal Dietitian with deep expertise in chronic kidney disease management, patient education, and individualized nutrition plans. Skilled in motivational interviewing, collaborative problem-solving, and critical thinking to improve dialysis outcomes and support lasting lifestyle change.
Work History
Renal Dietitian
27 Years 10 Months- Conducted patient assessments and delivered renal diet guidance focused on dialysis-related dietary requirements.
- Precepted new renal dietitians through clinical training and skill development.
- Actively pursued professional development opportunities to remain current on renal nutrition advancements and apply updated knowledge to practice for improved patient care.
- Provided ongoing support and guidance to patients navigating renal diet lifestyle changes, fostering a positive environment for success.
Renal Dietitian
1 Year 5 Months- Assessed dialysis patients’ nutrition status and adjusted nutrition care plans to support renal disease management.
- Educated patients on renal diet requirements, including fluid restrictions, potassium control, and phosphorus management.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary care teams to align nutrition interventions with treatment goals.
- Documented nutrition assessment progress notes and interventions within electronic medical records.
Clinical Dietitian
1 Year 5 Months- Assessed nutritional status and developed individualized care plans for complex inpatient and outpatient cases.
- Coordinated nutrition interventions with physicians and care teams, resolving diet-related concerns.
- Provided counseling services to support patient management within cardiac rehab home health and gestational diabetes programs.
Clinical Dietitian
9 Months- Managed full-time temporary staffing coverage across ICU medical units, skilled nursing, and outpatient clinics to maintain continuity of care as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians and care teams to coordinate nutrition interventions and resolve diet-related concerns.
- Conducted comprehensive nutrition assessments for complex patients, guiding individualized medical nutrition therapy plans.
Clinical Dietitian
7 Years 4 Months- Assessed patient and family dietary needs and educated on therapeutic diets across TCU rehabilitation and Obstetrics.
- Provided counseling and education for outpatient eating disorder patients.
- Monitored lab values, intake patterns, and clinical changes to adjust nutrition recommendations promptly.
Education
Master of Science
Master of Science - Nutrition
Bachelor of Science - Home Economics: Dietietics And Food Science
Skills
Chronic kidney management
Collaborative problem-solving
Critical thinking
Strong verbal skills
Skilled in motivational interviewing
Certification
- RD - Registered Dietitian
- Certified Renal Specialist
Timeline
Renal Dietitian
Fresenius Dialysis
06.2003 - 11.2004Read More
Renal Dietitian
DaVita
12.1998 - CurrentRead More
Clinical Dietitian
UCLA Medical Center
12.1998 - 05.2000Read More
Clinical Dietitian
VA West Los Angeles Medical Center
03.1998 - 12.1998Read More
Clinical Dietitian
Northridge Hospital Medical Center
02.1991 - 06.1998Read More
Master of Science
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University of Southern California
Master of Science from Nutrition
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California State University, Northridge
Bachelor of Science from Home Economics: Dietietics And Food Science
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