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Sara Chestnut

Rochester,NY

Summary

Clinical dietitian and nutrition manager with extensive background in managing nutrition programs and patient care. Skilled in developing personalized nutrition plans, leading teams, and working seamlessly with the dining services team and interdisciplinary teams. Proficient in clinical assessment, dietary counseling, and program management.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Nutrition Manager/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

The Friendly Home & Unidine
07.2006 - Current
  • Served as a liaison between medical professionals and patients, facilitating clear communication regarding nutrition-related concerns.
  • Performed thorough assessments of patients'' nutritional status using advanced clinical tools and techniques.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards, conducting audits and providing corrective action plans when necessary.
  • Collaborated with food service management to create nutritious, appetizing menus that catered to diverse dietary needs and preferences.
  • Led quality assurance initiatives for the clinical nutrition department, identifying areas of opportunity for improvement and implementing best practice solutions accordingly.
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized nutritional care plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure optimal patient care and support.

Dietetic Technician, Registered

Highland Hospital
12.2011 - 08.2013
  • Assessed nutritional needs and educated patients on diets and recommendations.
  • Collaborated with RD's and healthcare teams to develop nutritional interventions tailored to specific medical conditions.
  • Supported the nutrition office and completed clerical tasks as assigned.


Dietetic Technician, Registered

Wayne County Nursing Home (Sodexo)
02.2011 - 12.2011
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with dietary services through consistent collaboration with registered dietitians and healthcare professionals.
  • Conducted nutritional assessments of patients, identifying risks and implementing appropriate interventions for better health outcomes.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of dietary interventions through regular follow-up appointments, adjusting strategies as necessary for continued progress.
  • Attended family and interdisciplinary meetings.

Education

Bachelor's degree - Coordinated Dietetics Program

Rutgers University
Newark, New Jersey
01.2014

Associate degree - Dietetic Technician

Central Arizona College
Coolidge, Arizona
01.2010

Skills

  • Clinical assessment
  • Patient counseling
  • Nutrition support
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Team management
  • Medical nutrition therapy
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Critical thinking
  • Customer satisfaction

Accomplishments

  • New York State Licensure in nutrition
  • Registered through the Commission on Dietetic Registration
  • Nominated for 2025 Registered Dietitian Nutritionist of the year through CCL Hospitality/ Compass group.

Summary of Qualifications

  • Skill providing nutritional care, screenings, completing assessments, and providing interventions / diet education as needed for patients.
  • Experience with electronic medical records including Point Click Care, HealthMedx, SigmaCare, and E-record
  • Extensive background in providing nutritional medical therapy to a variety of areas including LTC, rehab, and in acute settings.
  • Experience and developing new processes for the nutritional department and initiating it through the facility.
  • Background in running employee wellness programs and developing nutritional education material
  • I am a hard working individual that does well with completing tasks independently as well as with a team. I take pride in my work and with building meaningful relationships with my patients and coworkers.

Timeline

Dietetic Technician, Registered

Highland Hospital
12.2011 - 08.2013

Dietetic Technician, Registered

Wayne County Nursing Home (Sodexo)
02.2011 - 12.2011

Clinical Nutrition Manager/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

The Friendly Home & Unidine
07.2006 - Current

Associate degree - Dietetic Technician

Central Arizona College

Bachelor's degree - Coordinated Dietetics Program

Rutgers University

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