Nicole Carney
RD, CDN
Cicero,NY
Summary
Experienced Clinical Dietitian with 9 years of experience helping hospital and skilled nursing facility patients handle chronic medical problems through effective nutrition. Successfully educated patients and families, planned menus and completed assessments. Strong communicator with outstanding active listening skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Clinical Dietitian
Morrison Healthcare
Cicero, NY
12.2021 - Current
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
- Developed nutrition plans addressing individual patient diabetes and food allergies.
- Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
- Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Identified high-risk individuals when observing signs of malnutrition and skin breakdown issues and completed detailed nutrition assessment.
- Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.
- Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Worked with long-term care customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
Clinical Nutrition Manager at Oneida Health
Sodexo USA
Oneida, NY
12.2019 - 12.2021
- Developed and revised clinical nutrition policies and procedures for Oneida Health acute and extended care facilities.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings.
- Acted as primary preceptor for dietetic interns for acute care and long-term care.
- Maintained proficiency in enteral nutrition, use of the Nutrition Care Process, and Electronic Medical Record charting.
- Maintained state of New York certification and registration status with Commission on Dietetic Registration with continuing education.
- Interviewed, hired and trained associate dietitian to provide optimal service.
- Visited with residents to inquire about satisfaction, quality and personal preferences.
- Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
- Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
- Offered medical nutrition therapy and therapeutic diet information to educate patients, families and medical providers.
- Planned nutritious meal options for individuals with various health needs for Oneida Health facility acute care and extended care facilities.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Clinical Dietitian II at Oneida Health
Sodexo USA
Oneida, NY
04.2019 - Current
- Participation in weekly skin care rounds for long-term care residents and documented nutritional needs and status of pressure injuries.
- Maintained proficiency in enteral nutrition, use of the Nutrition Care Process, and Electronic Medical Record charting
- Participated in resident and patient satisfaction activities such as test trays and meal rounds
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
- Developed nutrition plans addressing individual patient diabetes and food allergies.
- Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
Clinical Dietitian II at Faxton St. Luke's
Sodexo USA
Utica, NY
11.2016 - 04.2019
- Performed administrative work required for outpatient office to efficiently operate including processing referrals, checking insurance coverage, scheduling appointments, and communication with both patients and physician offices.
- Provided group education through Sodexo’s Core4 Weight Management Program.
- Attended community events to promote nutrition education, health, and wellbeing on behalf of the organization.
- Revised clinical policies related to nutrition assessment of patients.
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
- Developed nutrition plans addressing individual patient diabetes and food allergies.
- Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
- Spoke with pregnant women about nutritional needs and benefits of breastfeeding.
- Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
- Offered printed and verbal diet information to educate patients and families.
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
Dietitian at Sitrin Healthcare Center
Sodexo USA
New Hartford, NY
08.2014 - 11.2016
- Attended weekly skin care rounds for long-term care residents and documented nutritional needs and status of pressure injuries.
- Maintained proficiency in enteral nutrition, use of the Nutrition Care Process, and Electronic Medical Record charting.
- Participated in resident and patient satisfaction activities such as test trays and meal rounds.
- Participated in multidisciplinary care plan meetings.
- Educated newly hired employees for orientation on general food service and dysphagia training.
- Featured as a public speaker at Utica area Managing Skin Conference in March 2016
- Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
- Developed nutrition plans addressing individual patient diabetes and food allergies.
- Identified high-risk individuals when observing signs of malnutrition, risk for skin breakdown and unintentional weight loss and completed detailed nutrition assessment.
- Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Clinical Dietitian
Sodexo USA
Baltimore, MD
06.2013 - 08.2014
- Maintained proficiency in enteral and parenteral nutrition (including custom electrolyte management); using the Nutrition
- Participated in patient service satisfaction activities and kitchen and diet office in-service training.
- Participated in unit-based Multidisciplinary Care meetings, Nutrition Care Committee, and Healthy Lifestyle Committee
- Developed and provided education to physicians and residents on nutrition assessment and Medical Nutrition Therapy.
- Maintained state of Maryland licensure and registration status with Commission on Dietetic Registration with continuing education.
- Developed nutrition plans addressing individual patient diabetes and food allergies.
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
- Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
- Offered diet and lifestyle information to educate patients and families.
- Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
Dietetic Intern
Sodexo USA
Gaithersburg, MD
09.2012 - 06.2013
- Completed client weigh-ins and counseled clients on healthy eating behaviors and sound meal planning to promote commitment to nutritionally sound diets.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Created evidence-based diet and nutrition content for organization's blog to promote nutritionally sound dietary practices.
- Learned meal planning strategies for clients with special dietary preferences and food allergies to increase knowledge of dietary options.
- Planned nutritious meals for patients with food allergies and special dietary needs to promote good nutrition and healthy eating behaviors.
- Observed food service operations to obtain knowledge of large-scale dining services catering to diners with varied meal requirements.
- Reported and documented resident changes in consumption or behaviors.
- Distributed food during busy peak periods to drive customer satisfaction.
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Developed nutrient-dense recipes and flexible meal templates to meet nutritional objectives.
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
- Developed and presented two in-services for diet office in accordance with the Nutrition Care Manual
- Organized healthy National Nutrition Month lunch for patients and staff along with activities
- Designed marketing materials, new menus, and education materials for Sodexo health care facilities at corporate headquarters.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Management
Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)
Rochester, NY 09.2009 - 05.2012
No Degree - General Studies
Onondaga Community College (OCC)
Syracuse, NY 01.2009 - 08.2011
Skills
Sanitation rules and regulations
Nutritional analysis
Dietary restrictions
Healthy eating tips
Meal distribution
Patient education
Individualized support
Written and verbal communication
Nutrition therapy
Evidence-based advice
Disease prevention
Nutrition program management
Diet modification
Community nutrition services
Nutrition needs assessment
Organization
Time Management
Affiliations
Member of New York State Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics 2014-present
Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) 2010 – present
Certification
RD - Registered Dietitian
Timeline
Clinical Dietitian
Morrison Healthcare
12.2021 - Current
Certified Dietitian Nutrition Coach
05-2021
ServSafe Food Safety Manager Certified
07-2020
Clinical Nutrition Manager at Oneida Health
Sodexo USA
12.2019 - 12.2021
Clinical Dietitian II at Oneida Health
Sodexo USA
04.2019 - Current
Clinical Dietitian II at Faxton St. Luke's
Sodexo USA
11.2016 - 04.2019
Dietitian at Sitrin Healthcare Center
Sodexo USA
08.2014 - 11.2016
RD - Registered Dietitian
08-2013
Clinical Dietitian
Sodexo USA
06.2013 - 08.2014
Dietetic Intern
Sodexo USA
09.2012 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Management
Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)
09.2009 - 05.2012
No Degree - General Studies
Onondaga Community College (OCC)
01.2009 - 08.2011