Lorraine Morales
Cooper City
Summary
Results-driven Dietitian with 10+ years of experience in health and wellness, specializing in personalized, evidence-based nutrition counseling. Skilled in supporting diverse populations, from pediatrics to geriatrics, within multicultural environments. Expertise includes integrating nutrition with exercise training phases, competition preparation, recovery, weight management, and chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol). Additional focus areas include providing guidance on supplementation, immunity, and disordered eating. Passionate about empowering clients to achieve optimal health through sustainable nutrition strategies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dietitian
Healthy Steps Nutrition
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Developed educational materials to promote healthy eating habits, resulting in increased awareness among clients and their families.
- Enhanced client satisfaction with personalized counseling sessions, focusing on dietary habits, lifestyle changes, and goal-setting strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive nutritional assessments for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning.
- Improved client outcomes by developing and implementing customized nutrition plans based on individual needs and medical conditions.
- Provided expert guidance to clients seeking weight loss solutions, offering effective strategies tailored to individual goals.
- Continuously updated knowledge of industry trends through ongoing professional development opportunities, ensuring best practices were applied in daily practice.
- Increased client retention rates by establishing strong rapport and providing exceptional customer service during consultations.
- Delivered engaging presentations at community events, raising public awareness about the importance of proper nutrition for overall health.
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Planned nutritious meal options for individuals with various health needs and conditions.
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each client based on health history, medical conditions, and energy requirements.
- Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
- Monitored patient progress and documented nutritional information in client records.
- Provided medical nutrition therapy to individuals and groups with chronic illnesses.
Owner, Registered Dietitian, Head Coach
FXNL Training
11.2012 - 04.2023
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments for each client based on health history, medical conditions, and energy requirements
- Performed fitness and nutrition evaluations for new and existing clients
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive nutritional program including seminars and workshops
- Assisted clients with meal plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements
- Planned nutritious meal options for individuals with various health needs and conditions
- Led a team of 10 coaches
- Created athletic programming, including strength and conditioning components, for all athletes
- Resolved problems, improved operations, and provided exceptional service
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Instructed a wide variety of populations from beginner to advanced athletes
Level 1 CrossFit Trainer and Nutrition Coach
Crossfit Storm
01.2010 - 11.2012
- Instructed and mentored coaching staff while maintaining client relationships
- Provided a safe, positive training environment and experience for all clients
- Instrumental in the development and instruction of Olympic Weightlifting Program
- Created programming for athletic performance for all athletes
- Performed fitness evaluations and orientations
- Assisted clients in reaching various goals through tailored athletic and nutritional counseling
- Developed and implement comprehensive nutritional programs including seminars and workshops
- Created competition programming for prescribed and scaled-level competitive athletes
- Instructed and prepare clients in group settings for daily workouts
- Educated each client on CrossFit methodology and modalities
- Served as liaison between clients and Owner, handling all communication
- Instructed wide variety of populations from beginner to advanced athletes
- Ensured proper equipment maintenance
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics and Nutrition
Keiser University
Miramar, FL08.2011
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics and Nutrition
Florida International University
Miami, FL03.2010
Skills
- Nutrition Counseling
- Sports Nutrition
- Diabetes Management
- Organization and Time Management
- Motivational Interviewing
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Dependable and Dedicated
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Meal Planning
- Nutrition education
- Dietary counseling
- Nutritional assessment
- Weight management
- Nutritional analysis
- Dietary planning
- Evidence-based care
Accomplishments
- CDR RDN #1063483
- Florida Licensed Dietitian #ND11672
Timeline
Registered Dietitian
Healthy Steps Nutrition
11.2023 - 12.2024
Owner, Registered Dietitian, Head Coach
FXNL Training
11.2012 - 04.2023
Level 1 CrossFit Trainer and Nutrition Coach
Crossfit Storm
01.2010 - 11.2012
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics and Nutrition
Keiser University
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics and Nutrition
Florida International University
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