Nutrition counseling and consulting in Pullman, Washington serving the Palouse region.

Nutrition Therapy team member at regional Critical Access Hospital, centered on providing excellent care. Provide nutrition therapy and diabetes education services for hospital's medical clinic.

Hospital menu and special diet planningOversee inpatient nutrition care, including overseeing policies and procedures to deliver best practice and medical nutrition therapy to inpatients. Manage outpatient nutrition clinic; driving growth by 500% in first year. Deliver outpatient diabetes education and medical nutrition therapy to clientsChair hospital Wellness Committee since January , 2016Hospital Ethics Committee since March, 2016Direct monthly food service employee training. Educate medical staff, nursing staff quarterly Direct quality improvement projects within Food and NutritionCommunity outreach and group wellness classes in rural community

Accomplishments include completing a school lunchroom improvement project to increase participation, increase healthy food choices, and reduce food waste in district schools. Reported to Director of Food and Nutrition Services.

Under supervision of an RD, managed 30-case patient load, met with team in daily rounding meetings, and assessed patients according to facility’s policies. Demonstrated knowledge of evidenced-based principles in Dietetic practice. Presented to medical staff, patients, and families on connection between dysphagia and malnutrition.

Worked closely with Food Service Manager and Head Chef to create a school lunch menu for local schools within the USDA's guidelines for the National School Lunch Program. Prepared both written and oral presentation of proposed changes. Remained active in organization's community outreach events including promotions, fundraisers, and community garden.

Performed admissions in radiology, emergency, medical/surgical, and outpatient services departments. Skills required for position included: teamwork, respectful communication, being able to work in the presence of distraction and in a timely manner prioritize the tasks at hand. Duties included clerical tasks, customer service, answering multi-line phones, and insurance authorizations.

Responsible for the cleanliness of hospital facilities including patient rooms, public areas, and medical equipment areas. Skills demonstrated: communication between departments, enthusiastic work ethic, knowledge of cleaning chemicals, knowledge of infection prevention measures, and excellent customer service.