LAUREN SANDFORD
North York,Ontario
Summary
Compassionate professional with expertise in nutritional assessment, care plan development, and nutrition education. Proven track record of enhancing patient care outcomes through effective communication and collaboration with healthcare professionals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Diet Technician
Toronto General Hospital
Toronto, Ontario
12.2020 - Current
- Conduct regular patient screening to identify patients at risk for malnutrition
- Evaluate suitable nutrition interventions, and create nutrition care plans for low- and moderate-risk patients.
- Provide diet education for texture-modified and therapeutic diets (e.g., dysphagia-pureed, high-energy, and protein).
- Utilize standardized frameworks (e.g., PCARE) to chart in medical records.
Nutrition Technologist
Brampton Civic Hospital
Brampton, Ontario
12.2019 - Current
- Evaluate therapeutic diets for alignment with guidelines set by William Osler Health System.
- Collaborate closely with RDs and SLPs to meet patients' dietary needs.
- Update patient menus based on production shortages and inventory control.
- Calculate calorie counts and complete posted menus.
Dietary Technician I (Casual)
The Hospital for Sick Children
Toronto, Ontario
03.2019 - 12.2021
- Oversaw dinner service to ensure meals were correctly prepared according to standardized recipes.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure food safety and sanitation compliance.
- Performed inventory counts and placed necessary food and supply orders.
- Maintained schedule coverage within a unionized workforce.
Diet Clerk
Brampton Civic Hospital
Brampton, Ontario
06.2016 - 03.2019
- Processed diet orders to generate meal tickets, tube feeds, and nourishment labels.
- Monitored food allergies, fluid consistencies, and dietary restrictions to ensure patient safety.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of Guelph
Guelph, Ontario
04.2015 - 09.2015
- Conducted literature searches to identify relevant articles for review.
- Prepared reports summarizing findings from research activities.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) - Applied Human Nutrition
University of Guelph
06-2018
Skills
- Nutritional Assessment
- Nutrition Education
- Food Allergy Management
- Effective Communication
- Detail-Oriented Analysis
- Empathetic listening
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
MULTIPLE VOLUNTEER POSITIONS | 08/2015 to 08/2017
St. Joseph’s Health Centre - Guelph, Ontario
- Facilitated support for those requiring dietary assistance.
- Led neighbourhood engagement by consistently participating in various resident events.
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BREAKFAST CLUB VOLUNTEER | 04/2015 to 01/2016
Gateway Drive Public School - Guelph, Ontario
- Assisted in planning, preparing ans serving hot meals for children aged 5-14
Certification
- Medical Terminology Certificate, Michener Institute of Education, 01/01/20
- Canadian Society of Nutrition Management – Certified Nutrition Manager, 01/01/2025
- Food Handlers Certificate – ADVANCED.fst – Manager Food Safety Training, 01/01/2025
Timeline
Clinical Diet Technician
Toronto General Hospital
12.2020 - Current
Nutrition Technologist
Brampton Civic Hospital
12.2019 - Current
Dietary Technician I (Casual)
The Hospital for Sick Children
03.2019 - 12.2021
Diet Clerk
Brampton Civic Hospital
06.2016 - 03.2019
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of Guelph
04.2015 - 09.2015
- Medical Terminology Certificate, Michener Institute of Education, 01/01/20
- Canadian Society of Nutrition Management – Certified Nutrition Manager, 01/01/2025
- Food Handlers Certificate – ADVANCED.fst – Manager Food Safety Training, 01/01/2025
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) - Applied Human Nutrition
University of Guelph
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