Provided telephonic /digital nutritional counseling and diet specific education to member’s diagnosed with various chronic conditions and ensured understanding of nutritional objectives and set SMART goals.• Motivated members to make Lifestyle modifications or dietary changes for enhancements of their health and to promote compliance to the nutritional plan.• Collaborated with other professionals within a multidisciplinary healthcare e.g. Nurse Care Mangers /Health Educators / Pharmacist /Behavioral Health Counselors to ensure member’s adherence to prescribed plan of care.• Created approved and evidence-based content for cross training purposes in the form of trending topics shared in weekly bases in Newsletter Articles – developed material was designed for educational purpose to peer staff providing care management services to members.• Utilized health coaching techniques such as motivational Interviewing, appreciative inquiry, and positive psychology to help patient overcome ambivalence or establish client-derived SMART goals(measurable/achievable).• Provided comprehensive nutritional care for various disease states across the lifespan, educated members on diabetic, renal, heart/ cardiovascular health, Obesity -weight management (including Pre-Bariatric Surgery Candidates), GI conditions e.g. Crohn's disease, hepatic, or other diets as needed (e.g. Vegetarians).• Educated Type 1/2/Gestational Diabetes members on self-management skills (performed client-centered diabetes counseling focused on addressing 7 self-care behaviors including: BG monitoring, oral medication, insulin actions, hyper/hypoglycemia signs and symptoms, exercise guidelines, &stress management.• Provided culturally sensitive coaching and Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) education to members.

• Monitored and evaluated inpatients during admit and made changes to their nutrition care plans when necessary (collaborated with nurses, social workers, and pharmacists to provide optimal interdisciplinary care). • Screened, assessed, and developed proper nutrition care plans for inpatients based on their individual needs.• Performed nutritional assessments and made recommendations for MNT.• Monitored, evaluated, and modified nutrition therapy through nutrition assessments and follow-ups.• Maintained appropriate documentation and charting, make referrals, and communicate patient needs• Provided nutrition education to inpatients and outpatients (Instructed patients and care givers about all different therapeutic diets to help manage medical conditions).

• Calculated diet prescription for pt living with CKD& receiving dialysis eg ESRD or Acute Renal Failure (Protein+Calorie need based on chronic condition, K/Na/Phos/Fluids restrictions, etc).• Evaluated knowledge of diet &kidney dx. Provided patient specific education to patient/family/caregiver regarding nutritional status, adequacy measures/results, fluid status, all nutrition related lab parameters pertaining to their disease process, keeping in mind the learning style and preferences of each patient.• Reviewed nutrition related lab results monthly, communicates & recommended treatment changes to Renal Physician and/or facility staff regarding lab outcomes (eg Binders), counseled patient and/or caregiver, formulated appropriate action to assist patient in achieving & sustaining an effective nutritional status.• Communicated lab results to interdisciplinary team &providers of care in nursing facilities (ie hospitals, short term &long-term care facilities-as appropriate).• Reviewed each patient's albumin level and body weight at least monthly. Identified malnourished patients as well as patients at risk for malnutrition and worked collaboratively with interdisciplinary team to identify appropriate interventions (initiating nutritional supplements- eg Friendly shake-Novasource/ Nepro Renal /LiquaCel), additional resources or solutions. Involved patient/family/caregiver in improvement goal.• Monitored adherence &response to MNT& addressee issues impacting pt ability to achieve goals with SW. • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team on management, provided recommendations for mineral metabolism &renal bone disease, anemia/iron status, nutritional&psychosocial status, vascular access, modality, rehabilitation status &sodium/volume control.• Participated in Quality Assessment, Performance Improvement Plan of Care meetings with a CMS-qualified healthcare team (attended monthly staff meeting as applicable), adhered to FMCNA algorithm / medical record policies.

• Provided individualized one-on-one counseling to evaluate dietary intake using 24 hours dietary food recall (obtained food / beverage intakes and patient history information to determine nutritional status). • Administered diet advice and nutrition resources based on assessment, provide meal / treatment plan, then assisted clients with interpretation of the individualized health risk assessment profile. • Documented client nutritional assessments in computerized medical records (eClinicalWorks EHR) utilizing HIPPA. • Provided comprehensive nutritional care for various disease states across the lifespan, educated patients on diabetic, weight loss (Bariatric Surgery Candidates), heart/ cardiovascular health, renal, or other diet orders as needed.• Utilized health behavior theory and evidence-based practice to design individual, group, and community handouts for clients to improve dietary practices).• Provided appropriate follow-up in accordance with the patient’s treatment goals, referred patients for outpatient counseling and community or home health services as appropriate.• Assessed educational needs and offered culturally sensitive Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) education for patients and their families based on individual needs, including nutrient requirements, knowledge and abilities, medical condition, economic /financial situation, and social environment.

• Responsible for providing nutrition education along with follow up plans of high risk participants on diet/health assessment, discuss with participant ways to improve overall diet if necessary; wrote nutrition care plan with goals including social, medical, or nutritional factors, and assigned appropriate food packages. •Tailored high quality, evidence-based, efficient, customer-focused MNT, including nutrition screening, assessment, care planning, and education to clients for appropriate nutrition intervention.• Document all participant information in WIC-MIS charting program and computer system accurately, and maintained confidentiality of all client information. • Provided technical assistance in the art of breastfeeding promotion and support. • Certified /enrolled participants according to WIC program and state regulatory guidelines. • Referred participant to other federal/community sources as needed or requested.•Used motivational interviewing techniques and involved participant in one on one counseling.• Prepared and led educational group lessons to disadvantaged, underprivileged, and limited income families’ to promote knowledge of basic proper nutrition principles, food selection, and economics. • Responded to nutrition-related inquiries from community members and provided education on how to prepare, cook, and consume wholesome, balanced meals on a budget.

Designed, implemented, & analyzed research projects. Administered, collected, & analyzed data. Created, revised, & implemented PSM for Quality department including: USP, sanitation of processing/packaging equipment, facility cleaning, product tractability, ISO14001 Certification, HACCP, Gluten Free, & new Ingredients/Product Specifications. Researched or wrote scientific support document, nutrient descriptions, handouts, and brochures. Provided scientific guidance to Marketing, Regulatory, Sales, Consumer Affairs and Professional/Consumer on new and existing products. Completed in depth scientific substantiation of ingredients in the categories of children, heart, bone, and micro-minerals. I worked with brands marketing to create and manage contests, promotions, and other events. As a team member helped grow the Nature Made and SOYJOY brand. From experience: I applied my interpersonal skills and conceptual knowledge in order to effectively translate science to other professional in various fields. Knowledge I acquired has enhanced my development; I can better individualize my approach to investigate a method by collaboration, teamwork and positive interactions.