LAUREN GRIJALVA
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Hard-working graduate student with experience in clinical nutrition, food service, and long-term care. Positive, upbeat, and ready to learn professional committed to making a positive impact in the program.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NICU Human Milk Technician
Sutter Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
- Calculate rates of feeds for neonate and pediatric populations according to prescribed orders.
- Fortify human breast milk for premature infants and prepare tube feedings and formula.
- Reduce risk of infection among neonates through diligent adherence to preparation protocols.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams and perform daily rounds.
Nutrition Assistant II
Mercy San Juan Medical Center
05.2023 - Current
- Assess dietary calories, carbohydrates, fat, sodium, and other nutrition data to adhere to patients' therapeutic diets.
- Collaborate with dietitians to ensure optimal nutrition for patients with specific dietary needs.
- Ensure accurate record-keeping of patient information, including food allergies, preferences, and dietary restrictions.
Dietary Aide
Briarwood Post Acute Care
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Improved patient satisfaction by rounding on and interviewing patients to provide meals tailored to their dietary needs and preferences.
- Followed safety and sanitation policies while handling food and beverages to uphold proper health standards.
- Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
Dietary Aide
Midtown Oaks Post Acute Care
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Prepared and served meals to residents in accordance with safe food-handling practices.
- Washed plates, cups, trays, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals.
Education
MAS - Maternal and Child Nutrition
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Food, Dietetics Concentration
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA05.2023
Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler Certification - National Restaurant Association.
Timeline
NICU Human Milk Technician
Sutter Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
Nutrition Assistant II
Mercy San Juan Medical Center
05.2023 - Current
Dietary Aide
Briarwood Post Acute Care
11.2022 - 06.2023
Dietary Aide
Midtown Oaks Post Acute Care
09.2022 - 02.2023
MAS - Maternal and Child Nutrition
University of California, Davis
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Food, Dietetics Concentration
California State University, Sacramento
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