Yiran Lu
St Lucia,QLD
Summary
I am a Master of Dietetics Studies student with a background in food and nutrition. Strong technical ability with a background in design and customer service. In-depth knowledge of food and nutrition, as well as research skills. Proven track record of success in leadership and teamwork. Caring and considerate personality with a strong desire to succeed.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Dietitian
Royal Brisbane And Women's Hospital
2023.12 - 2024.01
- Created a series of Facebook posts tailored for health professionals in the Eat Walk Engage virtual community of practice: CHERISH, which covered topics related to nutrition and the care of older patients.
- Coordinated the capture of a set of patient photos which will serve as visual references for health professionals, showcasing appropriate mealtime positioning, setup, and other nutrition-related activities on the wards.
- Liaised with Eat Walk Engage facilitators and nursing staff to identify suitable patients. Approached patients, explained the purpose, obtained consent for photography and took photos.
- Actively participated in Eat Walk Engage meetings and discussions. Provided regular updates on progress and seeked feedback from supervisors and healthcare professionals.
Food Service Student Dietitian
Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital
2023.10 - 2023.11
- Determined the food wastage, including both production and tray waste, for main meals and mid meals
- Asked for patients' consent and the reasons for which patients wasted food
- Assessed patients’ satisfaction with the food service, food quality and other factors influencing food intake
- Chatted with food service staff members & nutrition assistants regarding most effective methods to determine waste
- Compared food waste and patient satisfaction data with data from previous years and provided recommendations
Clinical Student Dietitian
Mackay Base Hospital
2023.09 - 2023.10
- Conducted nutritional assessments for patients including SGA and PD-SGA under the supervision of the dietitians.
- Job shadowed the dietitians and observed how they developed tailored nutrition care plans for patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, including general practitioners, nurses, and allied health assistants, to ensure coordinated patient care and effective communication regarding nutritional interventions.
- Received positive feedback from preceptors and supervisors for professionalism, teamwork, and commitment to patient-centred care.
Community Health Student Dietitian
Royal Brisbane And Women's Hospital
2023.04 - 2023.05
- Designed survey for catering policies across health facilities in QLD to see whether the ABC strategy and principles are embedded into the catering practices at the facility.
- Sent out emails and receive phone calls from the health facilities
- Analysed data collected from emails and phone calls.
- Identified opportunities for further improvement.
Placement Student
Guardian Childcare & Education Clayfield
2022.07 - 2022.10
- Designed weekly menu with the chef to maintain a healthy and nutritious meal for children.
- Wrote newsletter column for the parents to deliver information of food and nutrition for their children, as well as write recipes which they can cook at home.
- Worked with the educators at the centre to figure out how to integrate nutritional information into their lesson plans and what to avoid when educating children about food.
- Observed the teaching activities going on in the centre and provide suitable feedbacks.
Research Assistant
The University Of Hong Kong
2018.07 - 2018.08
- Assisted researchers in laboratory experiments of cisplatin and its mechanisms of action in cancer.
- Be proficient in a wide range of laboratory techniques, including pipetting, cell culture, PCR, gel electrophoresis and DNA extraction.
- Monitored experiments, maintained detailed records of experiments and outcomes, and managed source documentation.
- Took notes on the procedure, summarise findings and present data to senior researchers.
Community Service Volunteer
Abbey View Care Home
2017.10 - 2018.05
- Talked to the elderly and listened to their stories.
- Built long-lasting friendships and rapports with residents of the facility.
- Engaged with residents in meaningful activities to promote socialisation, cognitive stimulation, and emotional well-being, such as board games, knitting, or simply providing companionship.
Education
Master of Dietetics - Food And Nutrition
The University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD06.2024
Bachelor of Health Sciences (Nutrition) - Food And Nutrition
The University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD11.2022
Skills
- Nutritional Assessment
- Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Menu Planning and Modifications
- Dietary Counselling
- Patient Education
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
- Cultural Competence
Languages
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Student Dietitian
Royal Brisbane And Women's Hospital
2023.12 - 2024.01
Food Service Student Dietitian
Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital
2023.10 - 2023.11
Clinical Student Dietitian
Mackay Base Hospital
2023.09 - 2023.10
Community Health Student Dietitian
Royal Brisbane And Women's Hospital
2023.04 - 2023.05
Placement Student
Guardian Childcare & Education Clayfield
2022.07 - 2022.10
Research Assistant
The University Of Hong Kong
2018.07 - 2018.08
Community Service Volunteer
Abbey View Care Home
2017.10 - 2018.05
Master of Dietetics - Food And Nutrition
The University of Queensland
Bachelor of Health Sciences (Nutrition) - Food And Nutrition
The University of Queensland
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