Tonya Cooper, RD, LDN
Registered Dietitian at MANNA (Metropolitan Area Neighborhood Nutrition Alliance)- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Effective Staff Supervision in Nonprofit Organizations
Nonprofit Leadership AllianceApr, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
ServSafe
National Restaurant AssociationJun, 2014- Nov, 2024
Experience
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MANNA (Metropolitan Area Neighborhood Nutrition Alliance)
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Registered Dietitian
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Feb 2015 - Present
• Assess medical and diet history of clients at acute nutritional risk to determine the best strategy for nutrition interventions. • Select or develop education materials and methods appropriate for individual patients. • Monitor laboratory values and medications with nutritional implications and respond with appropriate diet and educational interventions. • Provide medical nutrition therapy services in medical offices and infectious disease clinics throughout the city of Philadelphia while working within the multi-disciplinary team to provide exceptional care. • Participate in the recertification process of existing clients for meal delivery. • Develop and provide nutritional presentations for healthcare and community organizations, support groups, and nutrition focused social groups. • Document data used in tracking measurable outcomes from nutritional interventions. • Data entry of grant related nutritional counseling sessions and client progress. • Serve as a Preceptor for Dietetic Interns from various nutrition internship programs in the tri-state area. Show less
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Metz Culinary Management
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Dover, Delaware Area
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Clinical Dietitian
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Oct 2013 - Feb 2015
• Between both Bayhealth facilities responsible for coverage of: Cardiac ICU, Neuro ICU, Intermediate Care, Med Surg, Orthopedic, ER, Dialysis, and Milford Inpatient Rehabilitation Center. •Conduct nutrition assessments, recommend appropriate nutrition interventions, and monitor nutritional status in accordance with hospital policy. •Provide individualized education on therapeutic diets to patients and families. •Well-versed with medical charting system McKesson HED and food service system CBORD. •Serve as Dietitian for two Bayhealth High School Wellness Centers. Counsel and provide nutrition education to students individually and provide nutrition education in the classroom and cafeteria settings. Show less
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Greensgrow Farms
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Greater Philadelphia Area
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Nutrition Educator
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Aug 2013 - Oct 2013
• Presented nutrition education at local farmers market to SNAP participants promoting fresh fruit and vegetable intake. • Provided cooking demonstrations using seasonal fruits and vegetables emphasizing safe handling and storage. • Presented nutrition education at local farmers market to SNAP participants promoting fresh fruit and vegetable intake. • Provided cooking demonstrations using seasonal fruits and vegetables emphasizing safe handling and storage.
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N.O.R.T.H., Inc Managers of the Philadelphia WIC Program
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Greater Philadelphia Area
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Nutrition Professional
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Aug 2010 - Oct 2013
• Performed nutrition assessments, identified participants at high nutritional risk and provided appropriate recommendations, referrals, and education. • Demonstrated strong knowledge of nutrition during pregnancy, lactation, infancy, and adolescence. • Tailored food packages to meet individual participant needs. • Responsible for warehouse formula inventory. • Created educational materials for waiting areas, conducted weekly group education sessions. • Served as a resource to provide appropriate referrals to other community health professionals and agencies. Show less
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Education
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2012 - 2013
Cedar Crest College
Dietetic Internship -
2006 - 2010
Cedar Crest College
Bachelor's Degree, Nutrition Sciences
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