Melissa Woodward
Greensburg,PA
Summary
Accomplished Clinical Dietitian with extensive experience in nutritional assessment and patient counseling, effectively enhancing patient outcomes through strategic dietary interventions and collaborative care efforts.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Dietitian
Independence Health Westmoreland Hospital- Weight Management Center
Greensburg, Pennsylvania
03.2014 - Current
- Assessed patient nutritional needs and developed individualized dietary plans.
- Delivered nutrition counseling for weight loss surgery and pharmacotherapy, enhancing patient understanding and adherence.
- Conducted nutritional assessments, including anthropometric measurements and dietary intake analysis.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting meal plans to optimize nutritional outcomes and patient satisfaction.
- Educated patients on healthy eating habits and nutrition-related topics.
- Facilitated monthly support groups for bariatric surgery patients, fostering community and providing ongoing motivation.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals regarding comprehensive patient care plans.
- Maintained ASMBS center of excellence credentials through quarterly success reviews.
Clinical Dietitian
SeniorLIFE Uniontown
Uniontown, PA
02.2013 - 03.2014
- Delivered medical nutrition therapy and conducted educational workshops on healthy eating, enhancing members' and staff's nutritional knowledge.
- Assessed nutrition needs for 205 members, developing individualized dietary plans based on medical conditions.
- Informed patients on nutrition topics, promoting awareness of healthy lifestyle choices and encouraging positive dietary changes.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to align patient care plans with dietary strategies.
- Participated in interdisciplinary patient care, including EMR documentation and home visits.
- Oversaw dietary staff during meal service at Day Health Senior Center, ensuring quality standards were met for optimal patient satisfaction.
- Coordinated comprehensive healthcare services to enhance seniors' ability to live independently.
General Manager of Dining Services
Pittsburgh Theological Seminary
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
09.2012 - 02.2013
- Led a staff of four team members
- Coordinated weekly scheduling, inventory documentation, and financial income monitoring
- Budgeting and food cost control on a weekly/monthly basis
- Weekly profit and loss analysis that exceeded 95% of budgeted profits consistently
- Direct both dining and catering services simultaneously daily
- Revamped cafeteria appearance and updated policies and procedures to enhance overall dining experience
- Develop healthy, cost effective menus on a weekly basis with the head chef for school cafeteria
- Business structure 1/3 cafeteria sales to 2/3 catering revenue
- Completed graduate coursework in relevant field
Clinical Dietitian
St. Joseph’s Hospital, Buckhannon, WV
Buckhannon, WV
02.2012 - 12.2012
- Oversaw weekly operations for dietary department and nutrition services, ensuring seamless service delivery in inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Managed temporary dietitian assignment for Metz, balancing full-time responsibilities and ensuring continuity of care.
- Implemented and enforced company policies and procedures, enhancing compliance and operational efficiency.
Clinical Dietitian
Siemon’s Lakeview Manor Estate Nursing & Rehab Center
Somerset, Pennsylvania
08.2011 - 08.2012
- Assessed nutrition needs and tailored diets for residents at 120-bed skilled nursing facility.
- Collaborated with Foodservice Director and dietary staff to ensure optimal nutrition for residents.
- Engaged in interdisciplinary care to strengthen and personalize patient treatment plans.
- Led educational sessions for staff, improving knowledge of food service standards and practices.
- Completed MDS documentation, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Participated in state inspection, achieving zero deficiencies in dietary department.
- Recognized by Food Management Magazine as one of top 20 management companies in U.S.
RD-Temporary Position
MVH: Dr. Dean Ornish Program for Reversing Heart Disease
Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania
02.2012 - 07.2012
- Presented nutritional guidelines and program benefits, enhancing participant engagement.
- Coached participants on nutrition, increasing their understanding of dietary practices.
- Monitored weekly food intake logs to assess adherence to dietary plans.
- Collaborated with management team to maintain program compliance, supporting overall program integrity.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Nutrition / Dietetics
Seton Hill University
Greensburg, PA05.2011
Skills
- Nutritional assessment and dietary planning
- Medical nutrition therapy
- Patient counseling and nutrition guidance
- Electronic health records management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Health education and quality improvement
- Weight management strategies
- Bariatric nutrition expertise
- Evidence-based nutrition advice
- Tailored nutrition strategies
Awards
- Assist in maintaining Center of Excellence status in ASMBS standards of care and patient outcomes
- Participated in four accreditation cycles of ASMBS audits
- Exemplary Performance Award, Metz Leadership Conference, 6/12
References
Available upon request.
Summary Of Unique Attributes
- Unique combination of clinical nutrition, outpatient counseling, and food service experience
- Member of the AND, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics- Weight Management Diagnostic Practice Group
- MBSCR (Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Clinical Reviewer) with ASMBS (American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery) Quality Improvement Organization
Affiliations
Attended Obesity Week Conference-November 2018 Nashville, TN
Certification
CDR Training in Obesity for Pediatrics and Adults-Pittsburgh, PA 2016
Timeline
Clinical Dietitian
Independence Health Westmoreland Hospital- Weight Management Center
03.2014 - Current
Clinical Dietitian
SeniorLIFE Uniontown
02.2013 - 03.2014
General Manager of Dining Services
Pittsburgh Theological Seminary
09.2012 - 02.2013
Clinical Dietitian
St. Joseph’s Hospital, Buckhannon, WV
02.2012 - 12.2012
RD-Temporary Position
MVH: Dr. Dean Ornish Program for Reversing Heart Disease
02.2012 - 07.2012
Clinical Dietitian
Siemon’s Lakeview Manor Estate Nursing & Rehab Center
08.2011 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science Degree - Nutrition / Dietetics
Seton Hill University