Stephanie Alvarado
The Bronx,NY
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Nutrition Manager
Food Bank For New York City
11.2012 - Current
- Oversee SNAP-Ed funded nutrition education program Just Say Yes to Fruit and Vegetables (JSY) and implementation of contract deliverables
- Implement the Healthy Pantry Initiative; working with client choice food pantries to create a healthier and trauma-sensitive environment
- Track and report key performance indicators, completing internal and external monthly and quarterly reports
- Supervise two full time Community Nutritionists; provide training, coaching, and other resources needed to meet departmental and organizational goals
- Manage program budget by ensuring spend down, tracking purchases, and collaborating with grants management via monthly meetings
- Maintain inventory of program equipment, supplies, and materials.
- Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
Dietetic Intern
Atlantic Dialysis (New York Renal Associates)
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Conducted initial and quarterly patient health assessments, identifying risks and developing care plans
- Monitored patient labs values and provided recommendations regarding diet and medication adherence
- Utilized goal setting and motivational interviewing techniques to assist clients in reaching their health-related goals
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to identify unique patient challenges regarding care and determined solutions
- Performed accurate data entry of assessments and care plans
- Developed educational materials highlighting pertinent nutrition information related to the renal diet.
- Improved patient nutritional outcomes by conducting thorough dietary assessments and creating tailored meal plans.
- Educated patients on the importance of proper nutrition, resulting in increased adherence to dietary recommendations and improved health outcomes.
- Exhibited strong organizational skills by managing multiple patient caseloads, prioritizing tasks efficiently to provide timely care and support effectively.
- Created engaging educational materials for both individual counseling sessions and group presentations, promoting a better understanding of healthy eating habits among diverse populations.
Dietetic Intern
Triboro Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Conducted patient assessments to determine their nutritional needs and develop personalized diet plans
- Provided nutrition counseling and education to patients
- Monitored and evaluated patients' progress and adjusted their diet plans as needed
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure optimal nutrition outcomes
- Participated in regularly scheduled Interdisciplinary Care Plan Conferences to provide insight for resident's well-being with specific focus on nutritional status.
Nutritionist
Morris Heights Health Center (WIC) Program
10.2010 - 11.2012
- Identified and assign appropriate health risks to determine eligibility for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program
- Completed certification process and enroll in Statewide (WICSIS) program
- Assisted participants in selecting goals through motivational interviewing
- Counseled participants on nutrition education and breastfeeding
- Lead Farmer Market walking tours
- Facilitated weekly nutrition education group sessions.
Study Coordinator
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
08.2008 - 09.2010
- Enrolled parent-child dyads into USDA bottle-weaning intervention, Feeding Young Children Study (FYCS)
- Performed in-depth 24-hour dietary recall analysis using Nutrition Data System For Research (NDSR) Software
- Collectively analyzed intake portions with study participants using food models
- Interviewed study participants at Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program.
Education
Dietitian-Nutritionist (LDN) -
Registered Dietitian (RD) -
01.2024
Master of Professional Practice in Dietetics -
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05.2023
Bachelor of Science in Dietetics, Food and Nutrition -
Lehman College
Bronx, NY05.2008
Skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Trauma - Informed Nutrition Education
- Problem Solving
- Organizational Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite 2023
- Bilingual (Spanish-Verbal)
- Supervisory skills
- Program Management
Certification
- Just Say Yes Curriculum Update Training Certificate, Leah’s Pantry, 2022
- Trauma - Informed Nutrition, Leah'sPantry.org
- Food Protection Certificate, NYC Department of Health, 2018
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Dietetic Intern
Atlantic Dialysis (New York Renal Associates)
03.2023 - 04.2023
Dietetic Intern
Triboro Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
01.2023 - 03.2023
Community Nutrition Manager
Food Bank For New York City
11.2012 - Current
Nutritionist
Morris Heights Health Center (WIC) Program
10.2010 - 11.2012
Study Coordinator
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
08.2008 - 09.2010
Registered Dietitian (RD) -
Master of Professional Practice in Dietetics -
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Science in Dietetics, Food and Nutrition -
Lehman College
- Just Say Yes Curriculum Update Training Certificate, Leah’s Pantry, 2022
- Trauma - Informed Nutrition, Leah'sPantry.org
- Food Protection Certificate, NYC Department of Health, 2018
Dietitian-Nutritionist (LDN) -
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