Open To Work
Toni Nichols, RDN
RDN/MNT
Omaha,NE
Work Preference
Summary
Medical Nutrition Specialist with expertise in care transition, referral coordination, and medical chart review. Enhanced patient education and nutritional care to improve health outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Medical Nutrition Specialist
Lincare
Omaha
03.2021 - 01.2026
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure cohesive patient care during the transition from hospital to home.
- Recommended enteral plan adjustments based on health changes and insurance allowances.
- Reviewed medical charts to ensure that prescribed diets are being followed correctly.
- Coordinated nutritional care with other healthcare team members, and educated patients and caregivers on nutrition plan implementation.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of latest research and trends through extended education and professional development courses.
- Presented ideas for program improvements as well as innovative new programs and services.
- Referred patients to other relevant services to foster continuity of care.
Teaacing Assistance
Elkhorn Public Schools
Elkhorn
11.2017 - 10.2021
- Assisted students in understanding course material and improving academic performance.
- Provided support and guidance to students to enhance their learning experience.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Recognized by teachers for providing exceptional student service.
Career Break
Various Part Time Jobs
Elkhorn
08.2003 - 11.2017
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish caregiving goals.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Community Nutrition Educator
CHI Lakeside Hospital & Wellness Center
Omaha
09.2001 - 08.2003
- Developed and implemented nutrition education programs to help individuals and communities improve health and well-being.
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions, and energy requirements.
- Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
- Promoted evidence-based strategies for improving health.
Education
Didactic Program Completion - Dietetics
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
Iowa City06-1995
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05-1994
Skills
- Referral coordination
- Effective communication
- Clinical nutrition
- Care transition
- Feeding pumps
- Enteral nutrition
- Patient education
- Medical chart review
Certification
Registered Dietitian
Commission on Dietetic Registration
Commission on Dietetic Registration
Affiliations
Commission on Dietetics Registration & ASPEN
Timeline
Medical Nutrition Specialist
Lincare
03.2021 - 01.2026
Teaacing Assistance
Elkhorn Public Schools
11.2017 - 10.2021
Career Break
Various Part Time Jobs
08.2003 - 11.2017
Community Nutrition Educator
CHI Lakeside Hospital & Wellness Center
09.2001 - 08.2003
Didactic Program Completion - Dietetics
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
Iowa State University