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Nicole Cevallos

Toronto,ON

Summary

Passionate, hardworking and results-driven Registered Dietitian with a strong background in nutrition care in an acute hospital setting and food service/safety. Experienced in customer service with exceptional interpersonal skills, a keen understanding of restaurant operations, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments. Eager to apply nutrition expertise and hands-on food service experience in a restaurant or food industry setting. Adept at balancing dietary knowledge with practical service skills to enhance guest satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Dietitian

St.Michael's Hospital
Toronto, Ontario
07.2023 - Current
  • Float dietitian able to adapt skills and work in a fastpaced work enviorment between the following units: oncology and hematology ward, nephrology/ENT ward, GI ward, general medicine ward, trauma/neurosurgery ICU/ward, cardiovascular ICU/ward, medical and surgical ICU, stroke/neurology ward, orthopedics ward and respirology ward.
  • Committed to providing patient-centered nutrition care by developing personalized nutrition care plans, fostering meaningful relationships, and empowering individuals to achieve their health goals through evidence-based nutrition counseling.
  • Proficient in obtaining and reviewing patient information to conduct a nutritional assessment and visualize the entire clinical picture. I can then use the information from a chart, team and patient to create evidence-based and individualized nutrition care plans.
  • Implemented and monitored numerous nutrition care plans and helped progress patients to help optimize their nutritional status and improve their medical status.
  • Designed, implemented and monitored countless enteral and parenteral regimens and implemented transitional feeding plans.
  • Provided nutrition education and developed nutrition care plans for patients with cancer, hematological diseases, diabetes, heart failure, vascular and cardiovascular surgery patients, renal, general medicine patients, malnutrition, various types of symptom management and texture modification.
  • Daily practice of knowledge translation by providing nutrition education and counselling for various nutrition issues in an inpatient setting.
  • Proficient in CBORD, Soarian, and PSS systems.

Health Coach/Inspirator

Newtopia
Toronto, Ontario
05.2019 - 07.2022
  • Worked individually with participants with metabolic syndrome and other various conditions to support, inspire, engage, and motivate them to make sustainable habit-based changes.
  • Practiced motivational interviewing and cultivated communication and counselling techniques.
  • Helped decrease participants' risk of developing a preventable chronic disease by creating individualized plans to improve their nutrition, exercise habits, and overall lifestyle.
  • Conducted various assessments, including anthropometrics, dietary habits, home and work life, personal health goals, and family history.

Server/Host/Bartender

The Works Burger Bistro
Guelph And Pickering, Ontario
09.2014 - 09.2019
  • Constant contact and interaction with customers throughout the store and in the shopping and checkout process, applying my strong interpersonal skills.
  • Help customers make decisions and give guidance on the available options.
  • As a Team Leader, I coordinated and organized schedules and tasks for my team.
  • Identifed inventory needs from store reports and communicated to vendors for replenishment.
  • Assisted customers who are unhappy to resolve to a satisfactory solution.

Team Leader, Sales Associate and Cashier

Staples Business Depot
Guelph, Ontario
07.2017 - 04.2019
  • Constant contact and interaction with customers throughout the store and in the shopping and checkout process, applying my strong interpersonal skills.
  • Help customers make decisions and give guidance on the available options.
  • As a Team Leader, I coordinated and organized schedules and tasks for my team.
  • Identifed inventory needs from store reports and communicated to vendors for replenishment.
  • Assisted customers who are unhappy to resolve to a satisfactory solution.

Dietary Aide

Briarfield Gardens Retirement Center
Kitchener, Ontario
04.2018 - 08.2018
  • Developed rapport with residents ages 65+ by providing nutrition support and demonstrating empathy. Gained their trust which allowed me to provide high-quality care resulting in satisfied residents and staff.
  • Reviewed the residents’ dietary files to reflect on individual dietary needs and restrictions to ensure each need was met.
  • Gained further knowledge of micro and macronutrients of food, aging and nutrition, and the importance of balanced meals in an assisted living environment through practice, observation, and listening to the needs of the residents and staff.

Education

PMDip - Dietetics

Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto
06-2023

Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) - Applied Human Nutrition

University of Guelph
Guelph, ON
06-2019

Skills

  • Team player and collaborative who can also work independently
  • Organized with excellent time management and punctuality
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Displays dedication, reliability and clinical judgement
  • Fast-paced, high-volume service experience
  • Willingness to learn and apply critical thinking

Certification

  • Registered Dietitian, College of Dietitians of Ontario- General Member, License, #16761

Accomplishments

  • Smart Serve Certification (in progress,2025)
  • Critical Care Nutrition- Dietitians of Canada Course (2021)
  • Advanced Food Safety Test Certified (2017)

Affiliations

NICU / ASK ME Wayfinding / Endocrinology Volunteer (March 2020- June 2022)

Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto

NICU E- Rounds

  • Assisted in morning rounds connecting parents/family and friends via Zoom when the medical team (doctors, nurses, dietitians, respiratory therapists, social workers, etc.) visited each patient to review their care plan.
  • In this role, I took the lead in preparing the area in a time-sensitive manner to create an efficient program that influences a positive environment for the guardians and staff.
  • This environment was high-stress, fast-paced, and complex where I was able to further enhance and develop my critical care nutrition knowledge and clinical skills.

ASK ME Wayfinding

  • Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many individuals feel uncomfortable in a hospital setting. I supported patients, visitors, and staff by providing guidance and necessary information to navigate through the hospital while keeping health and safety at the forefront of their experience.
  • This role required me to be patient-focused, trusting, and enhance patient and visitor experiences during the pandemic.

Volunteer Basketball Coach/Organizer (2014-2016)

Ontario Special Olympics, Ajax

  • Coached and assisted athletes with intellectual disabilities of all ages. Provided constant encouragement and individual support to help athletes improve their skills and confidence.
  • Organized practices, games and coached at tournaments. Reliable, organized and trusted to manage the athletes.

Timeline

Registered Dietitian

St.Michael's Hospital
07.2023 - Current

Health Coach/Inspirator

Newtopia
05.2019 - 07.2022

Dietary Aide

Briarfield Gardens Retirement Center
04.2018 - 08.2018

Team Leader, Sales Associate and Cashier

Staples Business Depot
07.2017 - 04.2019

Server/Host/Bartender

The Works Burger Bistro
09.2014 - 09.2019

PMDip - Dietetics

Toronto Metropolitan University

Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) - Applied Human Nutrition

University of Guelph

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