Accomplished Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with 12 years of wide-ranging experience in nutrition and health promotion. Attained the rank of Major in the US Army. Respected leader, manager, counselor, and educator; able to adapt easily and become proficient in a multitude of new roles and responsibilities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Algebra Tutor
Bethel Local Schools
Tipp City, OH
10.2023 - Current
Utilized Apex Learning for instruction and testing, covering all Algebra 1 curriculum.
Army Dietitian
U.S. Army Reserve Command
Twinsburg, OH
09.2016 - 02.2019
Served as the unit’s primary nutrition consultant.
Developed and implemented a comprehensive weight control program, including nutrition and fitness components.
Army Dietitian
U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Leonard Wood, MO; Tripler, HI
10.2008 - 09.2016
Educated hundreds of Soldiers on the importance of nutrition, exercise, and sleep using the ArmyMove and Performance Triad multidisciplinary models of instruction.
Developed nutrition section fitness program to improve Soldier physical fitness scores.
Regularly taught a variety of nutrition classes, to include sports performance, infant and pediatric, prenatal and postpartum, weight management, heart health, and diabetes management.
Conducted a comprehensive randomized-controlled research study regarding the effectiveness of step-tracking devices and health outcomes.
Served as the nutrition liaison for all child development centers on Fort Leonard Wood; conducted quarterly menu reviews and annual physical inspections to ensure compliance with USDA guidelines.
Provided annual nutrition demonstrations to base child development centers and after-school programs to promote enthusiasm for health and wellness.
Improved patient health outcomes by developing individualized nutrition plans and providing ongoing counseling to a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics.
Coordinated hospital menu development; implemented the Military Nutrition Environment Assessment Tool and the Go for Green food labeling initiative to ensure compliance with dietary guidelines.