Experience

Metro Public Health Department of Nashville and Davidson County

• United States
• Public Health
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Registered Dietitian

  • Aug 2023 - Present



HHS, LLC

• United States
• Facilities Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Registered Dietitian

  • Mar 2023 - Jun 2023

  - Serve as travel dietitian for Business Excellence team - Travel to acute care facilities across the country to oversee all aspects of meal service, medical nutrition therapy, and regulatory compliance - Provide operational support and training for all staff, manage physicians’ orders for therapeutic diets and supplement formularies, and maintain clinical nutrition policies for regulatory compliance - Build relationships with other members of the team to achieve a quality standard of… Show more - Serve as travel dietitian for Business Excellence team - Travel to acute care facilities across the country to oversee all aspects of meal service, medical nutrition therapy, and regulatory compliance - Provide operational support and training for all staff, manage physicians’ orders for therapeutic diets and supplement formularies, and maintain clinical nutrition policies for regulatory compliance - Build relationships with other members of the team to achieve a quality standard of care and ensure patients’ satisfaction and nutritional needs are met - Perform daily inspections and competency assessments and coach and counsel team members - Represent food and nutrition department as assigned - Guide clinical team to support patient satisfaction - Complete clinical chart audits in accordance with corporate policy - Support facility RDs with completion of nutritional assessments and follow ups of patients in accordance with state and regulatory guidelines - Provide education to patients, families, nursing, food service, and other facility staff on nutritional needs - Adhere to facility’s policies and procedures, including confidentiality and patient rights policies Show less



Vanderbilt University Medical Center

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Registered Dietitian

  • Sep 2021 - Mar 2023

  Nashville, Tennessee, United States - Serve as clinical dietitian at adult hospital, covering 4 med/surg units - Assess nutrition status and implement care plans to address identified nutrition diagnoses using the Nutrition Care Process and standardized nutrition terminology in documentation - Monitor nutrition progress and reassesses nutrition status of patients, adjusting the nutrition care plan when needed - Provide nutrition counseling and education to patients, families and caregivers, and the community, using… Show more - Serve as clinical dietitian at adult hospital, covering 4 med/surg units - Assess nutrition status and implement care plans to address identified nutrition diagnoses using the Nutrition Care Process and standardized nutrition terminology in documentation - Monitor nutrition progress and reassesses nutrition status of patients, adjusting the nutrition care plan when needed - Provide nutrition counseling and education to patients, families and caregivers, and the community, using evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines and appropriate instructional methods and tools. - Train dietetic interns and other students by planning, implementing, supervising and evaluating clinical experiences - Serve on selection committee for VUMC dietetic internship program Show less



The Sisters Reynold/Reynolds Family Produce

• Owner and Manager

  • May 2015 - Jul 2022

  Clarksville, Tennessee Area - Serve as logistics coordinator, marketing manager, and salesperson for homegrown produce at weekly booth at the Downtown Market in Clarksville, TN each summer - Responsible for harvesting, transporting, merchandising, and providing quality assurance for all produce - Other duties include business planning, supply ordering, and providing outstanding customer service



Vanderbilt University Medical Center

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Dietetic Intern

  • Aug 2020 - Jun 2021

  - Completed 1200+ hours or supervised practice in disease management and health promotion concentrations - Spent 18 weeks assessing and developing individualized nutrition care plans for patients across Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s adult and pediatric hospitals’ outpatient and inpatient settings, including 8 intensive care units and 4 transplant clinics - Completed individualized nutrition and diet assessments for 130+ patients -… Show more - Completed 1200+ hours or supervised practice in disease management and health promotion concentrations - Spent 18 weeks assessing and developing individualized nutrition care plans for patients across Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s adult and pediatric hospitals’ outpatient and inpatient settings, including 8 intensive care units and 4 transplant clinics - Completed individualized nutrition and diet assessments for 130+ patients - Assessed and managed individualized tube feeding plans for 45+ patients - Assessed and managed total parenteral nutrition for patient with SBS - Served as entry level dietitian for four weeks in the cardiovascular intensive care and step-down units - Directly managed nutrition care for 80+ patients with complex cardiovascular conditions (including heart transplants), often with other comorbidities (including chronic kidney disease and COPD) - Managed enteral nutrition for patients with complex needs (prolonged intubation, ECMO, and/or CRRT) - Authored a 20+ page evidence-based literature review on the medical and nutritional management of a patient with chronic pancolitis with a recent total colectomy with end ileostomy - Volunteered 10+ hours as a nutrition/diet educator at Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s Shade Tree Clinic - Served 4 weeks in patient food service operations at VUMC’s adult and pediatric hospitals - Impacted 45+ individuals through group nutrition education classes in various settings, including Vanderbilt University’s ROTC students and employees of Monroe Carrell Jr. children’s hospital - Created and presented a nutrition-focused business model that catered to specific health needs of truck drivers, including a first-year operating budget, website, and marketing plan Show less



Garten

• United States
• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Happiness Ambassador

  • May 2019 - Mar 2020

  Greater Nashville Area, TN - Responsible for merchandising, managing, and ensuring quality of all of products at largest Nashville client - Complete tasks in a timely manner with strong attention to detail by utilizing internal applications and tools - Maintain clean and crisp client kitchens including all equipment and appliances - Adhere to all food safety procedures and complete all safety training and assessments



ES Foods

• Sales Support Manager

  • Oct 2016 - Jan 2018

  - Telecommuted with colleagues, customers, and brokers on daily basis - Coordinated broker activity and ensured active participation by setting targets and holding monthly meetings - Supported nation-wide sales team by attending food expos and other industry events in 20+ states - Prepared product to highest standards; presented nutritional, financial, and other key product information - After 1 year, managed 9-state territory; directly called on K-12 and non-school accounts -… Show more - Telecommuted with colleagues, customers, and brokers on daily basis - Coordinated broker activity and ensured active participation by setting targets and holding monthly meetings - Supported nation-wide sales team by attending food expos and other industry events in 20+ states - Prepared product to highest standards; presented nutritional, financial, and other key product information - After 1 year, managed 9-state territory; directly called on K-12 and non-school accounts - Created organic growth and maintained previous sales and customer relations Show less



Destination Nashville

• Operations Assistant, Event Supervisor

  • Sep 2011 - Sep 2016

  Operations Assistant (September 2011 - January 2013) - Provide support for staff, including answering and directing incoming calls, paying invoices, ordering office and event supplies, staffing events, running errands as necessary, and providing overall administrative support - Use MarkoSoft, an event management software, for data entry and tracking, scheduling, and other organizational purposes - Maintain accurate inventory database in Microsoft Access, and ensuring cleanliness and… Show more Operations Assistant (September 2011 - January 2013) - Provide support for staff, including answering and directing incoming calls, paying invoices, ordering office and event supplies, staffing events, running errands as necessary, and providing overall administrative support - Use MarkoSoft, an event management software, for data entry and tracking, scheduling, and other organizational purposes - Maintain accurate inventory database in Microsoft Access, and ensuring cleanliness and organization of inventory and storage space - Provide creative solutions for event centerpieces and décor, signage, and client gifts Event Staff, Supervisor (January 2013 - September 2016) - Assist operations team with wide variety of tasks for programs, including decor set and wrap-up, transportation and directional support, teambuilding activities, and other guest services - As a supervisor, overseeing programs and serving as liaison between clients and vendors - Knowledgeable of top Nashville venues such as Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center, Music City Center, Omni Nashville Hotel, Wildhorse Saloon, and many more Show less



Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Intern

  • Jan 2011 - Aug 2011

  Nashville, TN - Worked closely on ONE Nashville initiative, including project marketing such as researching other nonprofits, updating online media (official Facebook and Twitter accounts), creating flyers, display tables, and other visuals. Also responsible for recruiting and communicating with Endorsing Partners. - Provided office support for department members involved with the Academies of Nashville, Nashville Business Coalition, and Friends of Metro Schools. - Used MS Word and Excel for… Show more - Worked closely on ONE Nashville initiative, including project marketing such as researching other nonprofits, updating online media (official Facebook and Twitter accounts), creating flyers, display tables, and other visuals. Also responsible for recruiting and communicating with Endorsing Partners. - Provided office support for department members involved with the Academies of Nashville, Nashville Business Coalition, and Friends of Metro Schools. - Used MS Word and Excel for accounting, logistical, and communication purposes - Other administrative duties, including copying, faxing, and creating department documents - Assisted with other Chamber events, including photography, set-up, and registration (YP Nashville, Partnership 2020, CEO Champions, Nashville Emerging Leaders, and Chamber Chat) Show less



Society of Workforce Planning Professionals (SWPP)

• Conference Assistant

  • Feb 2008 - 2011

  • Coordinated attendee gifts • Registered conference attendees • Monitored sessions and served as A/V liaison • Photographed sessions and other attendee gatherings



Bronte Bistro at Davis-Kidd

• Barista, Server

  • Mar 2009 - Nov 2010