Overview
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Percina Hale

Madison,AL

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Dietitian

Decatur Morgan Hospital
Decatur, AL
05.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in the preparation and serving of meals to customers.
  • Developed knowledge of all menu items and their ingredients.
  • Monitored temperature of freezers, refrigerators, hot holding units, and other food storage areas.
  • Ensured compliance with local health department regulations concerning sanitation standards in the kitchen area.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss upcoming events and strategies for improving efficiency.
  • Communicated effectively with colleagues regarding order status updates and special requests from customers.
  • Evaluated food production to check whether food was being made, portioned and handled correctly.
  • Coordinated with physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
  • Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans for patients.
  • Provided educational materials and counseling to help clients understand their dietary requirements.
  • Developed individualized nutrition plans to meet the nutritional needs of patients.
  • Calculated nutritional requirements to assess adequacy of diet and nutrition support.
  • Performed full nutritional assessments.
  • Maintained accurate records of all nutrition-related activities, including medical history, laboratory results and progress notes.
  • Conducted nutritional assessments, including anthropometric measurements, biochemical tests, and dietary intake analysis.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff on menu options that meet the nutritional needs of patients.

Intern Dietitian

Huntsville Hospital Main
Huntsville, AL
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Assisted Registered Dietitians with menu planning, food preparation and nutrition education.
  • Created educational materials such as handouts, brochures, newsletters, menus and recipes.
  • Provided patient counseling on nutrition topics such as weight management, diabetes management and heart health.
  • Notified registered dietician of individuals identified as high-risk.
  • Conducted nutritional assessments, including anthropometric measurements, biochemical tests, and dietary intake analysis.
  • Educated clients on special diets such as diabetes management, renal disease management or weight control programs.
  • Developed presentations and organized events to promote products or services.
  • Calculated nutritional requirements to assess adequacy of diet and nutrition support.

Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher

Dekalb County School District
Atlanta, GA
08.2018 - 05.2023
  • Developed and implemented family and consumer sciences curriculum for students in grades 9-12.
  • Developed methods of instruction related to finance, nutrition and childcare class objectives.
  • Constructed curriculum to span economics and resource management, human development, interior design, textiles and apparel design to provide varied options for students to explore.
  • Supervised practical experiences such as internships or job shadowing opportunities for advanced students interested in exploring careers related to the subject matter.
  • Utilized technology resources including online simulations, video conferencing, webinars., for teaching purposes.
  • Provided leadership for the middle and high school CTAE department.
  • Facilitated professional learning committees by training and delivering research based practices in the CTAE area.

WIC Nutritionist

Clayton County Board Of Health
Jonesboro, GA
11.2016 - 07.2018
  • Developed and implemented nutrition education programs for WIC participants.
  • Conducted individual nutrition assessments to determine eligibility for WIC program.
  • Provided nutrition counseling and education to WIC clients regarding healthy food choices, meal planning, breastfeeding support, and other health topics.
  • Maintained accurate records of client interactions and provided reports to management as needed.
  • Documented all client visits according to agency guidelines.
  • Managed a caseload of up to 100 clients on a monthly basis.
  • Assessed nutritional needs of pregnant women, infants, children, and adults participating in the WIC program.
  • Facilitated group nutrition classes for WIC participants focusing on healthy eating habits and proper food preparation techniques.
  • Attended professional conferences related to nutrition education and public health initiatives.

WIC Nutritionist

Sumter County Health Department
Americus, GA
01.2016 - 11.2016
  • Assessed nutritional needs of pregnant women, infants, children, and adults participating in the WIC program.
  • Assisted in the development of new materials related to WIC services and nutrition education.
  • Maintained accurate records of client interactions and provided reports to management as needed.
  • Managed a caseload of up to 50 clients on a monthly basis.
  • Facilitated group nutrition classes for WIC participants focusing on healthy eating habits and proper food preparation techniques.
  • Performed height and weight measurements on clients using standard protocols.
  • Provided appropriate follow-up care based on assessment results.
  • Coordinated with other agencies providing similar services in order to maximize resources available for low-income families.
  • Maintained accurate, thorough and timely records of participant benefits and sessions.

Education

Education Specialist - Workforce Education

University of Georgia
Athens, GA
08-2021

Master of Public Health - Nutrition

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
08-2020

Bachelor of Science - Family And Consumer Science/ Dietetics

Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL
12-2015

Skills

  • Evidence-based care
  • Patient Education
  • Patient Counseling
  • Patient Assessment
  • Public Health
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Curriculum Development
  • Excellent Communication
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Nutrition Screening
  • Medical Nutrition Therapy

Certification

  • State of Alabama Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist Expires April 2025 Credential ID 5103T
  • Certified in Family and Consumer Sciences (CFCS) Georgia Professional Standards Commission Issued Jan 2020 · Expires Jun 2025 Credential ID 1663371
  • ServSafe Instructor and Proctor Issued Feb 2023 · Expires Feb 2026 Credential ID 6149216

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Clinical Dietitian

Decatur Morgan Hospital
05.2024 - Current

Intern Dietitian

Huntsville Hospital Main
01.2024 - 04.2024

Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher

Dekalb County School District
08.2018 - 05.2023

WIC Nutritionist

Clayton County Board Of Health
11.2016 - 07.2018

WIC Nutritionist

Sumter County Health Department
01.2016 - 11.2016

Education Specialist - Workforce Education

University of Georgia

Master of Public Health - Nutrition

Liberty University

Bachelor of Science - Family And Consumer Science/ Dietetics

Jacksonville State University

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