Emily Machuca, Mph, Rd Email & Phone Number

-Develop toddler, preschool, K-8, and supper menus according to dietary guidelines.-Introduce new, innovative menu items based on student feedback (i.e. ‘Plant-Based Wednesdays,’ scratch cooked meals).-Maximize the use of commodity foods to balance the costs of commercial food items.-Ensure special meals are provided to children with specific dietary needs, including food allergies and medical conditions.-Conduct site visits to ensure HACCP protocols are being… Show more -Develop toddler, preschool, K-8, and supper menus according to dietary guidelines.-Introduce new, innovative menu items based on student feedback (i.e. ‘Plant-Based Wednesdays,’ scratch cooked meals).-Maximize the use of commodity foods to balance the costs of commercial food items.-Ensure special meals are provided to children with specific dietary needs, including food allergies and medical conditions.-Conduct site visits to ensure HACCP protocols are being followed.-Provide in-service trainings for staff on topics such as special diets, offer vs. serve, & general monthly menu planning meetings. Show less

-Researched health agencies such as the ADA, AHA, CDC to develop nutrition education-Designed nutrition education content for quarterly diabetes newsletters -Developed virtual and classroom lessons for the Chronic Disease Management program-Coordinated program enhancements for the Diabetes Prevention Program -Assisted in marketing of health education programs

-Assessed and provided intervention for patients in the cardiac, ICU, surgery, oncology, and acute units. Documented in a timely manner using EPIC EMR. -Reviewed patient charts, interviewed patients, and wrote ADIME notes-Calculated nutrient needs (calorie, protein, etc) for patients-Determined nutrition problem from assessment and documented in PES format-Completed initial and follow-up nutrition assessments involving interviewing the patient, family, and healthcare team.

-Conducted nutrition analysis of 35 whole food recipes using ESHA Food Processor Software-Ran a cost-analysis of 35 selected recipes to demonstrate the affordability of a healthier diet-Developed evidence-based nutrition education handouts for patients

Rancho Cucamonga, California

-Updated the nutritional information of menu items to assure compliance with USDA guidelines.-Developed nutrition education materials for elementary & middle school students-Performed hands on duties in the kitchen such as meal preparation and tray-line services-Assisted in the review of budgeting and forecasting of menu items for upcoming school year-Abided by legal and professional regulations of the site.

-Coached 6 pre-diabetic individuals on a regular basis to encourage healthier lifestyles-Provided individualized meal plans, exercise routines, and assistance in developing SMART goals-Recorded anthropometric measurements on a weekly basis

Greater Los Angeles Area

-Developed rapport with customers to provide outstanding personalized service in order to understand their most important financial needs-Worked with the branch team to ensure each customer's financial transactions were completed accurately and efficiently-Helped customers understand the available technology in the branch -Managed sums of cash totaling $100K plus each day

-Operated a cash register with integrity, to provide customers an accurate, fast, efficient and friendly checkout service-Documented inventory on a weekly basis to ensure store was stocked with supplies-Worked with team members to ensure orders were prepared and ready by the promised time for each customer

Master Of Public Health - Mph, Nutrition And Dietetics

Activities and Societies: NCSA Secretary

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Biology, General

High School Diploma