Rachel Street
Jasper
Summary
Dynamic Dietitian with a proven track record at Fresenius Medical Care and nursing home facilities, specializing in medical nutrition therapy and interdisciplinary collaboration. Successfully enhanced patient outcomes through comprehensive nutritional assessments and tailored interventions, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to continuous improvement in dietary practices. Skilled in electronic medical records for efficient clinical documentation.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Consulting Dietitian
Rayburn Health and Rehab & Shady Acres NH
01.2025 - Current
- Conducted food service audits for various facilities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and improving efficiency.
- Assisted in menu development for institutional settings to ensure compliance with dietary guidelines and accommodate diverse needs of residents or patients.
- Conducted comprehensive nutritional assessments for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning.
- Oversaw budgeting for departmental resources, maximizing efficiency without compromising quality of service.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create comprehensive care plans, optimizing nutritional outcomes.
- Used electronic medical record systems proficiently for tracking patient progress notes, orders, and other essential documentation aspects required in daily practice as a Clinical Dietitian.
- Optimized nutritional support by adjusting enteral and parenteral feedings as needed based on patient needs and tolerance levels.
- Conducted thorough nutritional assessments to identify malnutrition risk factors and develop effective interventions.
Renal Dietitian
Fresenius Medical Care
10.2022 - Current
- Provided medical nutrition therapy to individuals and groups with chronic illnesses.
- Monitored patient progress and documented nutritional information in patient charts and records.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient care and management of kidney disease.
- Analyzed lab results to monitor patients'' progress closely and adjusting their diet plans as necessary to maintain optimal health status.
- Assessed patients'' readiness for transplant surgery through thorough nutritional evaluations, ensuring proper preparation pre-and post-operation for successful outcomes.
- Evaluated patients'' adherence to renal diet recommendations using advanced assessment techniques, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted support.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities requiring specialized dietary interventions, resulting in improved patient quality of life.
- Continually sought out professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in renal nutrition, applying new knowledge to practice for better patient care.
Lead Dietitian for Texas
American Renal Associates
02.1998 - 09.2022
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Opened new clinics, hired and trained new renal dietitians.
- Developed protocols and standing orders for dialysis clinics to meet federal and state licensing standards.
- Developed educational materials for both patients and healthcare providers regarding renal nutrition principles and guidelines, enhancing overall understanding within the community.
- Educated patients on the importance of adhering to their prescribed diets, leading to increased compliance and better health outcomes.
Consulting Dietitian
Shady Acres NH
08.1997 - 05.2013
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients in various clinical settings.
- Upheld professional standards of practice by staying current with industry advancements, attending conferences, and participating in relevant continuing education programs.
- Evaluated patients'' progress regularly, adjusting nutrition plans as needed to ensure optimal results.
- Assessed effectiveness of nutrition interventions by tracking measurable outcomes such as weight change, lab values improvement, or symptom reduction over time.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX08-1995
Skills
- Client relationship building
- Medical nutrition therapy
- Electronic medical records
- Geriatric nutrition
- Food safety
- Reliability
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Continuous improvement
- Professionalism
- Clinical documentation
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Consulting Dietitian
Rayburn Health and Rehab & Shady Acres NH
01.2025 - Current
Renal Dietitian
Fresenius Medical Care
10.2022 - Current
Lead Dietitian for Texas
American Renal Associates
02.1998 - 09.2022
Consulting Dietitian
Shady Acres NH
08.1997 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
Stephen F. Austin State University
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