Maria Colchin
Chapin,SC
Summary
Experienced Clinical Dietitian with 20+ years of experience helping hospital 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. Licensed Clinical Dietitian with 20+ years of experience developing personalized nutritional plans that positively affect patient outcomes. Highly-qualified and well-trained clinical professional with detailed approach. Diligent in staying updated on latest medical research and nutrition solutions.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Clinical Dietitian
Select Medical Hospital
Wichita, KS
02.2014 - 08.2022
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
- Developed nutrition plans addressing individual patient diabetes and food allergies.
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
- Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
Clinical Dietitian Consultant
Kansas Heart Hospital
Wichita, KS
06.2009 - 06.2022
- Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
Inpatient Clinical Dietitian
Fresenius Dialysis
Wichita, KS
05.2009 - 05.2012
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
- Developed nutrition plans addressing individual patient diabetes and food allergies.
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
- Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
Inpatient Clinical Dietitian
Newberry County Memorial Hospital
Newberry, SC
08.2004 - 05.2009
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
- Developed nutrition plans addressing individual patient diabetes and food allergies.
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Assisted cardio-rehab clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition
Javeriana University
Colombia SA12.1979
Skills
- Nutritional Education
- Quality Control Procedures
- Cleaning Protocols
- Clinical Oversight
- Individualized Care Plans
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Clinical Dietitian
Select Medical Hospital
02.2014 - 08.2022
Clinical Dietitian Consultant
Kansas Heart Hospital
06.2009 - 06.2022
Inpatient Clinical Dietitian
Fresenius Dialysis
05.2009 - 05.2012
Inpatient Clinical Dietitian
Newberry County Memorial Hospital
08.2004 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Human Nutrition
Javeriana University