Jodie Prendergast

Implementation of the CareOA (Better Knee, Better Me), ECHO and Better Hip trial, dietary components.

Dietitian for the POWER physiotherapy trial.

• Planned nutritious meal options for individuals with various health needs and conditions.
• Improved patient outcomes by developing individualized nutrition plans and providing ongoing counseling.
• Educated patients on the importance of proper nutrition for managing chronic conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.
• Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
• Provided evidence-based guidance to help clients reach their weight management goals through balanced meal planning and lifestyle changes.

• Prepared documents, reports, and presentations detailing results and conclusions.
• Reviewed literature extensively to stay informed about industry trends and advancements in related fields of study.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and high-quality results.
• Increased research efficiency by streamlining data collection and management processes.

• Established a system for tracking participant follow-up visits, minimizing drop-out rates and improving retention throughout trials.
• Managed budgets for multiple trials simultaneously, maintaining financial accountability and cost efficiency.
• Streamlined communication channels, fostering strong relationships with investigators, sponsors, and clinical teams.
• Facilitated timely resolution of protocol deviations by collaborating with relevant stakeholders and implementing corrective measures.
• Conducted rigorous pre-screening assessments of potential trial participants, ensuring eligibility criteria were met.
• Played an active role in preparing sites for audit visits from regulatory authorities ensuring compliance at all times.
• Developed comprehensive training materials for new staff members, increasing overall team proficiency.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors for essential services at competitive rates, reducing trial costs without compromising quality.
• Optimized trial efficiency through meticulous data management and timely report submissions.
• Collaborated with other departments in the organization to integrate clinical data into broader research objectives.
• Maintained strict adherence to study protocols, contributing to high-quality trial outcomes.
• Actively participated in investigator meetings where study goals were reviewed while gaining insights into best practices from industry peers.
• Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring adverse events and promptly reporting to regulatory agencies.
• Assisted in the development of informed consent documents that clearly outlined risks and benefits of participation for patients.
• Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
• Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
• Gathered, processed, and shipped lab specimens.
• Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and comply with research protocols.
• Maintained compliance with protocols covering patient care and clinical trial operations.
• Complied with research protocols by providing ongoing quality control audits.

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients in various clinical settings.
• Used electronic medical record systems proficiently for tracking patient progress notes, orders, and other essential documentation aspects required in daily practice as a Clinical Dietitian.
• Educated patients and families on appropriate nutrition management strategies for specific health conditions.
• Mentored dietetic interns, providing guidance on clinical skills development and fostering professional growth within the field of dietetics.
• Optimized nutritional support by adjusting enteral and parenteral feedings as needed based on patient needs and tolerance levels.
• Conducted thorough nutritional assessments to identify malnutrition risk factors and develop effective interventions.