Vanessa Navarrete
La Puente
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Milk Technician
UCI Medical Center
11.2024 - Current
- Prepare human milk according to strict protocols to meet infants' nutritional needs, including thawing, pooling, fortifying, and labeling.
- Ensure milk quality and safety by following strict hygiene and infection control standards.
- Collaborate with NICU staff, including neonatologists and nurses, to provide optimal nutritional care for infants.
- Keep detailed records of milk preparation, feeds given, and observations, including changes in milk orders and feeding plans.
- Monitor milk inventory for the NICU and order, receive, and store supplies as needed.
- Stay up-to-date with relevant regulations and best practices in neonatal nutrition. Ensure compliance with all hospital policies and procedures.
- Ensure all milk preparation equipment is clean and functioning correctly.
Dietetic Assistant
Santa Anita Convalescent Hospital
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Contributed to the development of effective staff training programs, enhancing team performance and productivity
- Assisted in menu planning for specialized diets, resulting in better patient outcomes and compliance with nutritional guidelines
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate communication and attentive dietary assistance
- Monitored trends in clinical nutrition research to stay up-to-date on industry advancements that could benefit patients
- Supported dietitians by conducting initial patient assessments, ensuring accurate data collection for comprehensive care plans
- Actively participated in Quality Improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency within the Nutrition Services Department
- Participated in medical staff meetings and other committees related to nutrition care
Diet Technician
Reasons Eating Disorder Center
12.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided nutrition care to residents with eating disorders in a six-bedroom residential treatment center
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with dietary services through consistent collaboration with registered dietitians and healthcare professionals
- Observed residents during meals and checked food logs to note food acceptance and adherence to diet
- Assisted in the training and mentoring of new diet technicians on best practices and procedures within the department
- Promoted a safe environment by adhering to strict sanitation guidelines within the food preparation area
- Monitored food safety and sanitation standards in food service areas
- Coordinated and monitored purchases, preparation and delivery of meals for patients and families
- Preserved inventory of nutrition-related supplies and equipment
- Detected disposition of spoiled food and other unusual conditions
Diet Aide
Anaheim Regional Medical Center
05.2020 - 01.2022
- Maintained positive relationships with healthcare staff, fostering a team-oriented approach towards patient care
- Provided support during mealtimes, offering assistance with feeding when necessary for patients with limited mobility or other challenges
- Promoted healthy eating habits among patients with engaging educational materials and informative presentations
- Managed inventory effectively by placing orders for supplies while staying within budgetary constraints set forth by management
- Contributed to a clean and safe working environment by maintaining sanitation standards in food preparation areas
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting menus or meal components as needed due to changes in patient conditions or availability of ingredients
- Addressed patient concerns promptly, ensuring satisfaction with their meals while remaining compliant with dietary restrictions
Education
Master of Science - Dietetics
Marshall University
Huntington, WV07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
California Polytechnic State University
Pomona, CA05.2021
Skills
- Multitasking proficiency
- Food safety knowledge
- Clinical Documentation
- Nutrition counseling
- Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Nutritional guidance
- Time management
Certification
- Serv Safe Manager, 04/01/20 - 04/30/25
- Milk Technician, 11/01/24 - 11/30/26
Timeline
Milk Technician
UCI Medical Center
11.2024 - Current
Dietetic Assistant
Santa Anita Convalescent Hospital
06.2023 - 05.2024
Diet Technician
Reasons Eating Disorder Center
12.2021 - 06.2023
Diet Aide
Anaheim Regional Medical Center
05.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
California Polytechnic State University
- Serv Safe Manager, 04/01/20 - 04/30/25
- Milk Technician, 11/01/24 - 11/30/26
Master of Science - Dietetics
Marshall University
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