Amna Akram
Roma,QLD
Summary
Innovative and experienced Nutritionist with 2 years of expertise in conducting nutrition assessments and evaluating lifestyle factors. Research and gather information on clients' physical fitness, stress levels, medical diagnoses and medication usage. Offer effective specific diet and lifestyle changes appropriate for each individual to maximize transformations and positive outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Nutritionist
Punjab Food Authority
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Educated clients about long-term health benefits of balanced diets and exercise programs.
- Monitored calorie count for individual patients in accordance with specific nutritional needs as specified by physicians.
- Monitored quality control procedures to guarantee preparation and delivery of healthy menu choices.
- Managed multiple nutritional educational groups to increase client nutrition knowledge.
- Collaborated with physicians and healthcare personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of clients.
- Planned, directed, and monitored clinical functions of dietetic staff.
- Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
- Assessed clients' nutritional and health statuses to prescribe appropriate eating and exercise plans.
- Developed nutrient-dense recipes and flexible meal templates to meet nutritional objectives.
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
- Developed and prepared low-fat, low-cholesterol and chemical-free meals.
- Counsel clients on nutrition issues such as obesity, eating disorders, tube feeding management, failure to thrive and feeding dysfunction.
- Created and prepared visual aids, manuals and other materials used in teaching.
- Provided in-depth information on nutritional care to maximize health.
- Counseled clients on nutrition issues such as obesity, eating disorders, tube feeding management, failure to thrive and feeding dysfunction.
- Calculated, revised and verified proper enteral and parenteral feedings to meet nutritional needs.
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
- Offered diet charts of Anaemia, PCOS and diabetes to educate patients, families and in different institutes.
- Planned nutritious meal options for individuals with various health needs for low fat diet facility programs and cafeteria menus.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and program outcomes.
- Motivated Nutritionist with excellent communication skills and a passion for helping clients achieve their health goals.
- Educated clients on healthy eating habits and lifestyle modifications.
- Assessed client food and nutrient intake using Food Frequency Questionnaires.
- Created and presented nutrition education programs to diverse audiences.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted nutrition plans accordingly.
- Ability to create patient-specific clinical diet plans and menus, effectively.
- Planned, monitored and revised therapeutic diets of patients, as per their health conditions.
- Conducted detailed nutrition assessment of patients, using appropriate tools and available data.
Nutrition Trainee
Shifa International Hospital Ltd
04.2018 - 05.2018
- Maintained food and sanitation standards to prevent food-borne illness and promote health.
- Assisted with preparation and serving of food in line with established nutrition guidelines.
- Assessed nutrition needs to determine best intervention and care.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide optimal nutritional care for patients.
- Evaluated and revised menus to incorporate variety and meet evolving needs and preferences.
- Monitored patient progress, documenting changes in health status and nutritional status.
- Assessed calories, sodium, sugar, and other nutrition data to oversee patients' diets.
- Obtained and evaluated dietary histories of individuals to plan nutritional programs.
Nutrition Intern
Shaikh Zayed Hospital, Lahore
09.2016 - 10.2016
- Collaborated with physicians and healthcare personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of clients.
- Created and prepared visual aids, manuals and other materials used in teaching.
- Provided appropriate follow-up according to patient's individual treatment goals and referred patients to outpatient and community services as appropriate.
- Educated clients about long-term health benefits of balanced diets and exercise programs.
- Counseled clients on nutrition issues such as obesity, eating disorders, tube feeding management, failure to thrive and feeding dysfunction.
- Managed multiple nutritional educational groups to increase client nutrition knowledge.
- Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Food And Nutrition
College of Home Economics Multan
Multan, Pakistan 12.2018
Skills
- Public Health
- Diabetic Lifestyle Planning
- Individualized Assessments
- Clinical Dietetics
- Healthy Cuisine
- Nutritional Assessment
- Special Diet Requirements
- Body Composition Analysis
- Food Allergies
- Chronic Illness Management
- Table Setting
- Community Nutrition Services
- Nutrition Program Management
- Diet Modification
- Meal Inspection
- Nutritional Planning
- Health and Wellness Education
- Dietary Habits Evaluation
Timeline
Nutritionist
Punjab Food Authority
06.2021 - 07.2023
Nutrition Trainee
Shifa International Hospital Ltd
04.2018 - 05.2018
Nutrition Intern
Shaikh Zayed Hospital, Lahore
09.2016 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Science - Food And Nutrition
College of Home Economics Multan
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