Narjes Alkhafaji
St. Louis,MO
Summary
Aspiring Registered Dietitian with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, seeking a Nutrition Assistant or Dietary Aide position to gain hands-on experience in nutrition, patient care, and healthcare support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Harmony Care in Home & CDS
Bridgeton, MO
10.2021 - Current
- Prepared meals based on dietary needs and preferences
- Assisted with feeding and monitored food and fluid intake
- Maintained strict sanitation and food safety practices during meal preparation
- Observed and reported changes in appetite, intake, and overall health status
- Delivered patient-centered care in a home setting, supporting daily living needs
Family Therapy Intern
Center for Counseling and Family Therapy, Saint Louis University
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Supported client intake processes, including documentation and data entry
- Maintained confidentiality of patient records and sensitive information in a clinical setting
- Shadowed therapists in a professional outpatient therapy office setting
- Managed front-desk responsibilities in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Saint Louis University – Collaborative Billiken Behavior Lab
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Conducted data collection, entry, and analysis using Excel, SPSS, and R
- Contributed to research design and team discussions on methodology and findings
- Presented research findings at academic conferences
Preschool Teacher
Apple of Your Eye Learning Center
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Led structured classroom activities supporting cognitive and social development in children ages 4
- Supported emotional regulation and conflict resolution among students
- Supervised daily routines, including meal and snack service in a group setting
- Followed food safety and hygiene practices during food handling and cleanup
- Monitored children for food allergies and dietary restrictions
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Saint Louis University
St. Louis, MO05-2025
Minor - Nutrition, Health, And Wellness
Saint Louis University
Skills
- Food Preparation & Portion Control
- Food Safety & Sanitation Practices
- Patient Care & Communication
- Meal Service Support
- Data Entry & Documentation
- Microsoft Excel, SPSS
- Time Management & Team Collaboration
- Respectful and compassionate
Languages
English (Fluent)
Arabic (Intermediate)
Presentations
- “Examining Influences on Emotional Patterns” – Capstone Symposium, Saint Louis University (Honorable Mention, 2025)
- “Effects of Environmental Noise on Attention” – Midwestern Psychological Association Conference, Chicago (2025)
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Apple of Your Eye Learning Center
06.2024 - 08.2024
Family Therapy Intern
Center for Counseling and Family Therapy, Saint Louis University
01.2024 - 05.2025
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Saint Louis University – Collaborative Billiken Behavior Lab
08.2023 - 05.2025
Caregiver
Harmony Care in Home & CDS
10.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Saint Louis University
Minor - Nutrition, Health, And Wellness
Saint Louis University