Melanie Logue
Spring,TX
Summary
Registered Dietitian with 7 years of experience in delivering specialized nutrition care in diverse clinical settings, including acute care facilities and outpatient counseling. Skilled in conducting comprehensive nutrition assessments, developing individualized nutrition plans, and utilizing a holistic patient care approach.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dietitian
Memorial Hermann Health System
Humble, TX
03.2023 - Current
- Improved 24-hour response rate by providing coverage for full-time team at both Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital and Cypress Hospital campuses
- Attended interdisciplinary rounds for various units to ensure that patients not meeting nutrient needs receive nutrition assessments as soon as possible to improve patient outcomes and decrease length of stay
- Identified malnutrition in patients by providing thorough nutrition focused physical exams, focusing on fat and muscle losses as well as intake, weight changes, and fluid status
Registered Dietitian
Kaweah Delta Health Care District
Visalia, CA
09.2017 - Current
- Delivered specialized nutrition care within a 580+ bed acute care facility
- Experienced in various units and diseases across Critical Care (ICU, CV-ICU, step-down), Oncology, Renal, Orthopedics, Cardiac, GI, Diabetes, Eating Disorders, and NICU/Peds
- Assisted in the development and establishment of protocols and standards of care for enteral nutrition, stroke management, and Enhanced Recovery After Surgery
Clinical Dietitian
Dignity Health
Santa Maria, CA
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Conducted comprehensive nutrition assessments for chemotherapy, radiation, and surgical patients through virtual and in-person methods
- Advocated for the role of nutrition in oncology rounds, highlighting the significance of proper nutrition prior to, during, and post treatment
- Collaborated with a bilingual nurse navigator to provide culturally tailored nutrition care for an underserved patient population
- Revitalized nutrition consults by integrating coaching, counseling, and education techniques to inspire patients towards embracing healthy habits and sustaining long-term lifestyle changes
Program Nutritionist
Middlesex County Office on Aging
New Brunswick, NJ
11.2014 - 09.2016
- Assumed meal program director role, overseeing 30+ employees in the director's absence with strong leadership and administrative skills
- Created nutritious monthly menus meeting 1/3 DRI of nutritional needs for seniors, collaborating closely with caterers to provide appealing meal options
- Conducted monthly audits of food service operations at eight meal sites throughout the county, ensuring compliance with proper service and food safety protocols
Education
Master's in Nutrition -
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI01.2017
Registered Dietitian -
Sodexo Dietetic Internship
Allentown, PA01.2017
Bachelor's in Nutritional Sciences -
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ01.2014
Skills
- Specialized Nutrition Care
- Comprehensive Patient Care Approach
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Counseling
- Disease management
- Health Promotion
Certification
- Registered Dietitian, September 2017 - Present, CDR, 86057869
- Certificate of Training in Adult and Pediatric Obesity Management, February 2021, CDR
- Certified Nutrition Coach, April 2021, Tony Stephan Nutrition Coaching
- Licensed Real Estate Agent, April 2022, Texas Real Estate Commission
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Dietitian
Memorial Hermann Health System
03.2023 - Current
Clinical Dietitian
Dignity Health
03.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Dietitian
Kaweah Delta Health Care District
09.2017 - Current
Program Nutritionist
Middlesex County Office on Aging
11.2014 - 09.2016
Master's in Nutrition -
University of Rhode Island
Registered Dietitian -
Sodexo Dietetic Internship
Bachelor's in Nutritional Sciences -
Rutgers University
- Registered Dietitian, September 2017 - Present, CDR, 86057869
- Certificate of Training in Adult and Pediatric Obesity Management, February 2021, CDR
- Certified Nutrition Coach, April 2021, Tony Stephan Nutrition Coaching
- Licensed Real Estate Agent, April 2022, Texas Real Estate Commission
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