Carissa Mattson
Western Shore,NS
Summary
Highly skilled healthcare professional with a focus on maternal and infant health. Proven ability to support and educate new mothers, ensuring positive breastfeeding experiences. Strong emphasis on collaborative teamwork and adaptive problem-solving to meet evolving patient needs. Adept in counseling, patient education, and lactation management. Reliable, results-driven, and ready to make significant impact.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lactation Consultant
Nova Scotia Health
07.2016 - Current
- Improves patient outcomes by providing comprehensive lactation support and education to new mothers.
- Provides emotional support to families experiencing difficulties with breastfeeding.
- Empowers mothers to overcome challenges through tailored advice and practical solutions based on individual needs.
- Provides culturally sensitive care, addressing the unique needs of diverse populations.
- Develops strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication during counseling sessions.
- Works closely with physicians to address complex feeding issues in premature and medically fragile infants.
- Utilizes evidence-based practices to develop care plans for each mother-infant dyad, promoting optimal health outcomes.
- Serves as a resource for nursing staff by providing ongoing education on lactation topics, fostering a knowledgeable workforce.
- Develops strong relationships with local community organizations, facilitating referrals to additional resources when necessary for continued breastfeeding success beyond hospital discharge.
- Maintains professional growth by attending conferences and workshops focused on current trends in lactation care practices.
Clinical Dietitian
Nova Scotia Health
12.2007 - Current
- Assists patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
- Conducts thorough nutritional assessments to identify malnutrition risk factors and develop effective interventions.
- Evaluates the effectiveness of current nutrition care plans, utilizing quality improvement processes to refine strategies and improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients in various clinical settings.
- Enhances patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nutrition interventions and monitoring progress.
- Educates patients and families on appropriate nutrition management strategies for specific health conditions.
- Optimizes nutritional support by adjusting enteral and parenteral feedings as needed based on patient needs and tolerance levels.
- Mentors dietetic interns, providing guidance on clinical skills development and fostering professional growth within the field of dietetics.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition
Acadia University
WolfvilleSkills
- Infant and Child Nutrition
- Lactation Support
- Infant Special Needs Support
- Premature Infant Feeding
- Growth monitoring
- Emotional Support
- Care Plan Evaluation
- Client Education
Certification
- International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) L-96885, International Board of Lactation Examiners, July 2016
Timeline
Lactation Consultant
Nova Scotia Health
07.2016 - Current
Clinical Dietitian
Nova Scotia Health
12.2007 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition
Acadia University
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