Amanda Averett, Ms, Rdn, Ldn Email and Phone Number

-Independently led individualized counseling sessions to educate patients on management of diagnoses including, but not limited to diabetes, bariatric surgery, cancer, organ failure, cardiovascular disease, and malnutrition-Performed Nutrition-Focused Physical Examinations to identify malnutrition-Regularly charted nutrition assessments in the electronic medical record (EPIC)-Calculated enteral and parenteral nutrition needs to prescribe formulas and adjusted prescription as indicated by lab results-Counseled clients and provided individualized education on a variety of topics including, but not limited to, weight management, general health, meal planning, portion control, pregnancy, breastfeeding, performance nutrition, a balanced diet and shopping on a budget-Determined clients' metabolic needs via indirect calorimetry testing -Participated in wellness fairs to engage the community-Led seminars regarding metabolism and weight management, appropriate portions, and the dangers of fad dieting-Created and redesigned aesthetically pleasing education materials for both clients and staff members on a variety of nutrition topics-Planned and executed a Local Foods Theme Day for the students and staff of William Peace University by planning menu items, participating in ordering and receiving of products, preparing food items, promoting the event, and providing education-Co-led a Hibachi Theme Day for the staff and patrons of the WakeMed Cafe by determining menu items and promoting the event-Assisted in the production, distribution, and disposal of meals for various catering events within the hospital-Conducted employee in-services using pre and post surveys to assess efficacy-Wrote proposals for the purchasing of updated kitchen equipment valued at >$20,000-Monitored the financial aspects of the food service operation, including: staffing, ordering, and profit-loss statements

-Assisted Sports Nutrition Director with daily activities such as managing fueling stations, providing nutrition support during practices and games, and assessing body composition using BodPod.-Educated athletes on nutrition topics by creating handouts and facilitating monthly booths.-Created individualized meal plans to help athletes achieve their performance goals.

-Contacted study participants and collected diet recalls with NDSR using a multiple-pass approach.-Assisted in quality assurance projects to ensure recalls were detailed and consistent.

-Assembled and delivered trays directly to patient rooms using food safety protocol.-Used hospital software to complete patient orders and educated patients on medical nutrition therapy.-Reviewed meal tickets and marked all those containing allergies or specific diet orders to ensure patients’ safety.

-Assisted the dietitian with planning and execution of nutrition-related events.-Planned and led nutrition seminars and cooking demonstrations for college students.-Monitored accuracy of nutrition facts and allergen information for dining facilities.

-Led Cooking Matters courses within the community to teach families about the nutrition guidelines, food preparation, and economical grocery shopping techniques.-Selected healthy recipes to prepare that were appropriate for each program’s specific population.

-Wrote weekly newsletter to update staff members.-Conducted biannual evaluations of each trainer.-Held workshops for personal trainers and assisted with the NASM certification course.-Conducted on-site seminars and workshops to generate interest in general wellness.

Designed customized client programs to meet individual fitness needs and led clients through workouts.

-Assisted within control design, implementation and integration.-Collected and analyzed samples.