Caryn Brighten
Vancouver,Canada
Summary
Experienced Clinical Dietitian with strong background in clinical nutrition and patient care, emphasizing evidence-based dietary plans and nutritional counseling. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams, adapting to changing needs while ensuring positive patient outcomes. Expertise in medical nutrition therapy, nutritional assessments, and developing personalized nutrition plans. Known for reliability, flexibility, and results-driven approach in achieving optimal health outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Dietitian 2
Vancouver General Hospital
01.2005 - Current
- Conducted thorough nutritional assessments to identify malnutrition risk factors and develop effective interventions.
- Optimized nutritional support by adjusting enteral and parenteral feedings as needed based on patient needs and tolerance levels.
- Used electronic medical record systems proficiently for tracking patient progress notes, orders, and other essential documentation aspects required in daily practice as a Clinical Dietitian.
- Mentored dietetic students, providing guidance on clinical skills development and fostering professional growth within the field of dietetics.
- Home tube feeding set up and education for patients, families and care givers
- Educated patients and families on appropriate nutrition management strategies for specific health conditions.
Casual Clinical Dietitian
Vancouver General Hospital
07.2003 - Current
- Nutrition education and counselling for patients and clients
- Establishment of rapport with patients and other members of the health care team
- Nutritional assessment of patients with varying disease processes, states and complexities often requiring nutrition support interventions including tube feeding and total parenteral nutrition
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients in various clinical settings.
- Kept current with emerging research trends in nutrition science through continuing education opportunities and professional conferences.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings, providing insight into the role of nutrition in overall patient care and contributing to comprehensive treatment planning efforts.
Casual Clinical Dietitian
Burnaby Hospital
08.2003 - 01.2005
- Specific orientation to nutrition in chemotherapy (outpatient), gestational diabetes, palliative care and cancer
- Computerized charting and documentation
- Nutrition assessment, education and development of care plans for patients and clients in both inpatient and outpatient settings
- Educated patients and families on appropriate nutrition management strategies for specific health conditions.
Education
Dietetic Internship Graduate -
Vancouver General Hospital
Vancouver, BCBachelor of Science - Majoring in Food Nutrition and Health
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC01-2002
Skills
- Nutritional assessment
- Nutrition counseling
- Diet modification
- Establishing rapport with patients/clients, and health care team members
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Enteral nutrition
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Evidence-based advice
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
Affiliations
- College of Health and Care Professionals BC (registered with reserved Acts A, B and C)
Recipient of the Respiratory Medicine Unsung Hero Award 2023
Awarded the Unsung Hero Award in recognition of my significant contributions to the Respiratory Sciences Program at Vancouver General Hospital.
Timeline
Clinical Dietitian 2
Vancouver General Hospital
01.2005 - Current
Casual Clinical Dietitian
Burnaby Hospital
08.2003 - 01.2005
Casual Clinical Dietitian
Vancouver General Hospital
07.2003 - Current
Dietetic Internship Graduate -
Vancouver General Hospital
Bachelor of Science - Majoring in Food Nutrition and Health
University of British Columbia
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