Paula Ramirez, RD, LD
Sacramento
Summary
Registered Dietitian with five years of experience in patient-centered outpatient counseling, with a focus on diabetes care and weight management. Experienced in providing medical nutrition therapy to improve glycemic control, support weight-related goals, and reduce risk of chronic complications through personalized, evidence-based interventions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Telehealth Registered Dietitian
Nourish
01.2026 - Current
- Provide individualized, evidence-based nutrition counseling to diverse patient populations, including diabetes, weight management and GLP-1s, PCOS, and cardiovascular health.
- Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments and develop personalized care plans aligned with patient goals, medical history, and lab data.
- Utilize motivational interviewing and behavior change strategies to improve adherence and long-term outcomes.
- Monitor progress through weekly follow-ups, adjusting interventions based on clinical outcomes and patient feedback.
- Educate clients on sustainable nutrition habits, meal planning, and lifestyle modifications.
Registered Dietitian
Community Medical Centers
Vacaville & Dixon
10.2021 - 01.2026
- Provided outpatient nutrition counseling for 10 to 12 patients per day with chronic conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and obesity.
- Deliver bilingual nutrition education in English and Spanish to improve patient engagement and adherence.
- Support and guidance regarding lifestyle changes required for effective management of chronic diseases, especially diabetes, heart disease and weight management.
- Analyze laboratory results to evaluate patient responses to prescribed diets and adjust plans accordingly.
- Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and behavioral health providers.
- Educated patients on dietary modifications and healthy eating practices.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted diets as needed.
- Document care in EMR, experience with EPIC.
Nutrition Assistant
WIC Program
Sacramento County
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Provided nutrition education and breastfeeding support for prenatal, infant, and pediatric clients.
- Assessed nutritional needs of participants in the WIC Program.
- Assisted RDs with anthropometric screening, nutrition assessments, and follow-up appointments.
- Utilized WIC software to maintain accurate data and reports.
- Engaged with families to encourage active participation in program offerings.
- Coordinated appointments and managed participant records efficiently.
- Maintained accurate client records and coordinated food benefit packages.
Education
Commission On Dietetic Registration
09-2025
ACEND-Accredited Dietetic Internship - Disease Prevention & Health Promotion Emphasis
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition & Food, Biological Sciences
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento06-2018
Licensure And Credentials
- Registered Dietitian (RD), Commission on Dietetic Registration
- CPR/BLS, American Heart Association
- Licensed in Florida and Oregon
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Fluent
Timeline
Telehealth Registered Dietitian
Nourish
01.2026 - Current
Registered Dietitian
Community Medical Centers
10.2021 - 01.2026
Nutrition Assistant
WIC Program
01.2018 - 12.2020
Commission On Dietetic Registration
ACEND-Accredited Dietetic Internship - Disease Prevention & Health Promotion Emphasis
California State University, Sacramento
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition & Food, Biological Sciences
California State University, Sacramento