MEGAN WAKE RD LD
Excelsior Springs,MO
Summary
Multi-talented nutrition leader with a successful history helping individuals of all backgrounds improve health, fitness and overall well-being. Knowledgeable about healthy eating, exercise programs and good lifestyle choices. Eager to prove myself as an asset to Foodsmart as Registered Dietitian Manager, using passion for dietetics to lead, mentor, encourage, and promote success for the company as a whole.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Wellness Advisor
WellWay
05.2022 - Current
- Provides nutrition counseling and therapy to clients of health club as well as nonmembers interested in improving their overall health
- Assesses nutrition and lifestyle information to provide best recommendations for which will best support client goals and motivators
- Emphasizes functional approach to nutritional healing, focusing on all aspects of health, and strongly collaborating with all team members to provide best experience and health outcomes for clients.
- Maintains industry expertise by attending conferences or workshops related to health promotion practices; actively shared insights with colleagues.
- Contributes to a positive work culture by participating in team meetings, offering constructive feedback, problem-solving strategies.
WIC Dietitian, Supervisor
Truman Medical Centers- WIC
10.2019 - 05.2022
- Evaluated participants of the WIC program to determine eligibility based on medical/ nutritional risk factors and income
- Provided pertinent nutrition education to expecting mothers, and parents/guardians of infants and young children with diverse, nutritional risks related to anthropometrics, nutrient-deficiency diseases, and genetic medication conditions which could be improved through diet/lifestyle changes
- In addition to duties of WIC Dietitian, additionally managed staff at multiple clinics throughout the downtown Kansas City area
- Performed quarterly and annual performance evaluations, provided corrective action to staff when needed, managed overall clinic flow and day to day operations.
Clinical Services Dietitian, Sr.
Missouri Consolidated Healthcare Plan
08.2017 - 09.2019
- Provided clinical expertise to assist in planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based wellness and health promotion programs aimed to improve the health status of state employees and their families
- Assisted in creating effective nutrition, health promotion, health and medical education, and wellness-related media and messages consistent with current evidence based nutrition and clinical practices
- Collaborated in researching target populations and markets as well as corporate and public wellness programs to determine effectiveness incentives, behavior modification strategies and/or new ideas in order to promote interest and compliance within the program
- Assisted with analyzing health risks demographic information and worked with other Clinical Services staff to develop strategies which address these groups.
Registered Dietitian II
Fulton State Hospital
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Provided MNT/ MNC to clients of the facility, participated in treatment team meetings with other health professionals to ensure client's nutritional needs are being met
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care and ensure seamless delivery of nutrition services.
- Conducted comprehensive nutritional assessments, for approximately 100 clients each month, providing accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning.
- Mentored junior dietitians, fostering a collaborative work environment that facilitated professional growth and development.
WIC Dietitian
Truman Medical Centers- WIC Hope Family Care Center Location
12.2014 - 05.2016
- Independently worked one day per week at a satellite WIC clinic, providing the qualifying local population with benefits of the WIC program
- Spent multiple hours throughout the rest of the week preparing materials and contacting participants to ensure they receive all aspects of the program with the same high quality that other large clinics provide.
WIC Dietitian
Truman Medical Centers-WIC
12.2014 - 05.2016
- Provided pertinent nutrition education to parents and guardians of infants and young children with diverse, nutritional risks related to anthropometrics, nutrient-deficiency diseases, and genetic medical conditions which could be altered positively by diet/lifestyle changes
- Additionally, maintained extensive knowledge of the WIC program, staying current and knowledgeable of the multiple changes and quality updates which occur throughout the year.
Dietetic Internship
Various Locations
06.2014 - 11.2014
- Completed over 1200 hours of on the job experience and training in multiple facets of the dietetic profession, including extensive clinical dietetics, community nutrition, food service management, and long term care
- Reinforced experience and training through countless projects and simulations completed throughout the internship.
Education
Completion of Dietetic Internship -
Iowa State University
Ames, IA11.2014
Bachelor of Science in Foods and Nutrition: Dietetics -
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO06.2014
Skills
- Health Promotion
- Behavior Modification
- Holistic assessment
- Social Media Marketing
Activities
- Registered Dietitian, 08/2015, present
- Kappa Omicron Nu Collegiate Honor Society, 04/2015, present
- Northwest Dietetics Association, 01/2013, 08/2013, Served on Special Committee: planned events, scheduled guest speakers
References
REFERENCES PROVIDED UPON REQUEST
Timeline
Wellness Advisor
WellWay
05.2022 - Current
WIC Dietitian, Supervisor
Truman Medical Centers- WIC
10.2019 - 05.2022
Clinical Services Dietitian, Sr.
Missouri Consolidated Healthcare Plan
08.2017 - 09.2019
Registered Dietitian II
Fulton State Hospital
06.2016 - 07.2017
WIC Dietitian
Truman Medical Centers- WIC Hope Family Care Center Location
12.2014 - 05.2016
WIC Dietitian
Truman Medical Centers-WIC
12.2014 - 05.2016
Dietetic Internship
Various Locations
06.2014 - 11.2014
Completion of Dietetic Internship -
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Science in Foods and Nutrition: Dietetics -
Northwest Missouri State University
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