Christine Chappell, RD, CDE, MHSc
Summary
Experience in nutrition care, nutrition counselling, diabetes management, and helping patients achieve their health goals and gain confidence to control their diabetes. Excellent interpersonal and counselling skills, including building rapport with clients, oral and written communication skills, motivational interviewing, using a client-centered approach and applying health literacy, accessibility and adult learning best practices. Collaborate with interprofessional team to provide clients with best care. Strong time management and critical thinking skills as demonstrated through managing and prioritizing client caseloads, in a timely manner.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Diabetes Educator - Registered Dietitian
LMC Healthcare
01.2022 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive diabetes and nutrition evaluations, offering guidance on multiple daily injection therapy, pump therapy, oral medications, and lifestyle factors to empower individuals in managing their diabetes.
- Evaluate patients' glycemic control, identify knowledge gaps, and address barriers hindering health behavior change. Create personalized, patient-centered healthcare plans fostering improved health outcomes and confidence.
- Educate and train patients in using glucometers, insulin pens, and other injectable diabetes medications, emphasizing the benefits of these tools in diabetes management.
- Facilitate group workshops to educate people of different demographics about diabetes, healthy eating, mindful eating and more, to encourage them to achieve their health goals.
- Deliver health-focused presentations on diabetes and lifestyle at community organizations, contributing to health education as part of community outreach initiatives.
- Engage in special projects to enhance company operations and provide cutting-edge diabetes care strategies for our patients.
Dietetic Intern
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Conducted thorough assessments of nutritional status, needs, and risks by integrating medical history, lab values, and patient insights, collaborating closely with interprofessional teams.
- Developed personalized nutrition care plans in partnership with patients, incorporating education and diet adjustments where necessary.
- Employed keen observation of patient cues, both verbal and nonverbal, to tailor conversations, goal-setting, and follow-up timelines based on their readiness for change.
- Continuously monitored and adjusted nutrition care plans based on patient feedback, team discussions, and chart notes, ensuring optimal effectiveness.
- Delivered informative and engaging weekly group presentations on diverse nutrition topics to enhance patient education.
Dietetic Intern
North Simcoe Family Health Team
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Employed a client-centered approach in nutrition counseling, utilizing motivational interviewing techniques to assess knowledge gaps and deliver tailored education.
- Dynamically monitored and refined nutrition care plans, relying on follow-up discussions, bloodwork, and other indicators to drive meaningful adjustments for clients' evolving needs.
- Initiated and managed innovative projects, including virtual cooking classes and informative presentations for clients and staff on health promotion programs.
- Devised and delivered insightful presentations to expectant and new mothers, addressing pertinent infant nutrition topics and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Education
Master of Health Science -
Ryerson University
2021
Bachelor of Applied Science -
University of Guelph
2019
Skills
Nutrition Care Planning
Diabetes Care Expertise
Interpersonal and Counseling Skills
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Lab Value Interpretation
Patient-Centered Approach
Communication
Time Management
Critical Thinking
Certification
- CDE - Certified Diabetes Educator
- RD - Registered Dietitian
- Certified Pump Trainer
Timeline
Certified Diabetes Educator - Registered Dietitian
LMC Healthcare
01.2022 - Current
Dietetic Intern
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
03.2021 - 04.2021
Dietetic Intern
North Simcoe Family Health Team
01.2021 - 03.2021
Master of Health Science -
Ryerson University
Bachelor of Applied Science -
University of Guelph
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