Andrea Archibald, RD
Penticton,British Columbia
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented Clinical Dietitian with extensive experience at Interior Health Authority. Proven expertise in interdisciplinary collaboration and nutritional assessment, leading innovative change initiatives. Skilled in coaching and mentoring, enhancing team productivity and patient care quality. Recognized for delivering impactful workshops and fostering engagement among healthcare professionals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary Care Dietitian
Interior Health Authority
11.2019 - Current
- Critical thinking and creative planning for innovative change demonstrated by creation and submission of SBAR report
- Created and delivered 2-day coaches training/workshop to interdisciplinary team
- Provide leadership and mentoring for My Way to Health ™ coaches promoting staff morale and engagement
- Provide leadership as Primary Care Dietitian sub-council co-Chair which includes facilitation of meetings, setting objectives, establishing group priorities, promoting engagement and collaboration
Inpatient Clinical Dietitian
Interior Health Authority
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain expertise in clinical dietetics including Restricted Activity A & C (Enteral Nutrition) best practices and trends.
- Conducted comprehensive nutrition assessments, identifying potential areas for intervention and improvement.
Clinical Dietitian, Kidney Program (term Position)
Interior Health Authority
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Kept current with emerging research trends in Kidney Nutrition Care by attending international professional conference
- Developed document to share key learnings from conference to assist in promotion of collaboration across interdisciplinary team
- Served as resource to staff and peers for nutrition-related questions, offering guidance on best practices in kidney care
Clinical Dietitian, Home Health (term Position)
Interior Health Authority
12.2015 - 04.2017
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings, providing insight into role of nutrition in overall patient care and contributing to comprehensive treatment planning efforts
- Optimized nutritional support by adjusting enteral feedings as needed based on patient needs and tolerance levels.
Clinical Dietitian, Long Term Care
Interior Health Authority
09.2015 - 12.2015
- Utilize conflict resolution skills during interdisciplinary team & family case conferences discussing complex patient cases requiring specialized nutritional interventions.
Regional Knowledge Coordinator (term Position)
Interior Health Authority
03.2015 - 09.2015
- Provided leadership and coordination for health authority wide change to new Insulin delivery system across interdisciplinary leadership, system and industry stakeholders
- Trained other healthcare professionals on best practices in diabetes care, elevating overall quality of services provided within organization.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering collaborative work environment.
Certified Diabetes Educator RD (term Position)
Interior Health Authority
07.2014 - 03.2015
- Mentored dietetic student, providing guidance on clinical skills development and fostering professional growth within field of dietetics.
- Obtained Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) qualification
- Enhanced patient understanding of diabetes management through personalized and group coaching
- Returned to this term position May 2018-Sept 2019
Education
Provincial Instructor Diploma - Adult Education And Engagement
Vancouver Community College
Vancouver, BC06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences: Integrated Dietetic Internship
University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI)
Charlottetown, PE05-2013
Skills
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Workshop facilitation
- Nutritional counseling
- Change management
- Coaching and mentoring
- Quality improvement
- Nutritional assessment
- Team leadership
Community Involvement
- Board member experience with Penticton and Area Cycling Association
- Nationally certified youth coach at Nickelplate Nordic Centre
Timeline
Primary Care Dietitian
Interior Health Authority
11.2019 - Current
Inpatient Clinical Dietitian
Interior Health Authority
09.2019 - 11.2019
Clinical Dietitian, Kidney Program (term Position)
Interior Health Authority
08.2018 - 09.2019
Clinical Dietitian, Home Health (term Position)
Interior Health Authority
12.2015 - 04.2017
Clinical Dietitian, Long Term Care
Interior Health Authority
09.2015 - 12.2015
Regional Knowledge Coordinator (term Position)
Interior Health Authority
03.2015 - 09.2015
Certified Diabetes Educator RD (term Position)
Interior Health Authority
07.2014 - 03.2015
Provincial Instructor Diploma - Adult Education And Engagement
Vancouver Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences: Integrated Dietetic Internship
University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI)
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