Perri Kushan RD,LD
Aurora,OH
Summary
Skilled, dedicated clinical dietitian with several years of experience educating patients, assessing and monitoring nutrition status, and overseeing therapeutic diets. Therapeutic menu planning for seniors, as well as Child and Adult Daycare menu planning. Highly skilled at collaborating with practitioners to optimize patient care.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Dietitian
Menorah Park/King David
Beachwood, OH
07.1988 - 09.2024
- Provided nutrition education and counseling to patients with chronic diseases.
- Developed individualized meal plans based on patient goals, medical history and dietary restrictions.
- Assessed nutritional needs of clients through nutrition screenings and interviews.
- Conducted research on the latest nutrition trends and best practices.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Designed educational materials for use in group classes or individual sessions.
- Evaluated menus in hospitals, nursing homes, schools, cafeterias and other institutions for nutritional content.
- Provided nutrition advice about food preparation techniques for improved health outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress including diet instructions and laboratory results.
- Recommended supplements as needed based on individual needs and preferences.
- Helped individuals manage chronic illnesses with dietary management strategies.
- Educated patients, families and medical practitioners on nutrition.
- Performed full nutritional assessments.
- Developed diets to meet nutritional requirements for people with special conditions.
- Guided individuals in food selection, preparation or menu planning based upon nutritional needs.
- Calculated nutritional requirements to assess adequacy of diet and nutrition support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
University of Akron
Akron, OH05-1986
Skills
- Meal Planning
- Geriatric nutrition
- Food allergy management
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Education
- Quality Improvement
- Cultural Competency
- Nutrition recommendations
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Electronic Medical Records
Accomplishments
Menorah Award Winner
Florence Wish Professional Award
Paley Award
Timeline
Dietitian
Menorah Park/King David
07.1988 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
University of Akron
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