Alyssa Reeves
1010 Pineview Drive . Joliet, IL 60432 . (815) 990-2394 . [email protected] . Areevesportfolio.weebly.com
EDUCATION:
Master of Science in Nutrition – Dietetic Internship Cumulative GPA: 4.00
Illinois State University December 2022
Bachelor of Science in Food, Nutrition, & Dietetics, Accelerated Master’s Program - Minor in Food Studies Cumulative GPA: 4.00
Illinois State University May 2021
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Northwestern Medicine Palos Health - Palos Heights, IL
Dietary Aide March 2019- Present
• Addressed and administered specific food preferences to critically injured and sick patients based on their corresponding diets.
• Ensured patients menu selections are compliant with prescribed diet order, nutritional adequacy, and religious practice.
• Collaborated well with nutrition team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Ensured full compliance with nutritional standards, internal procedures, as well as government regulations.
Dietary Intern May 2020- July 2020
• Sufficiently utilized the nutrition care process to screen and assess multiple patients per day in an inpatient setting.
• Assisted with tray line and meal delivery for 500 patients per week and cleaning and sanitation to ensure a proper setting for
guests.
• Communicated with 250+ patients, family members, and team of interdisciplinary health care providers to ensure adequate
nutrition in the most comprehensive manner.
Thomas Metcalf Laboratory School - Normal, IL
Food Server January 2019- May 2021
• Provided excellent customer service while serving healthy meals to 200+ children and staff.
• Allocated proper distribution of fruit and vegetables based on nutritional needs of the children.
SUPERVISED PRACTICE/ DIETETIC INTERNSHIP
Clinical Rotation January 2022- April 2022
Rush Oak Park Hospital – Oak Park, IL
• Conducted physical examination to identify nutrient deficiencies in patients who may be at risk for malnutrition.
• Provided appropriate MNT, nutrition education, and individualized counseling for at least 10-15 patients per day.
• Attended interdisciplinary rounds and collaborated with healthcare team to ensure appropriate nutrition to augment efficiency
of treatment for acute/chronic conditions.
Foodservice Rotations October 2021- December 2021
Northwestern University – Evanston, IL
Northwestern Medicine, Palos Health – Palos Heights, IL
• Participated in daily production meetings, scheduling, and conduction of interviews.
• Conducted a food safety presentation to dietary aides in preparation of ServSafe examination.
• Displayed excellent customer service skills when delivering and serving patient trays, snacks, and supplements.
Community Rotations August 2021- October 2021
LifeStance Health – Plainfield, IL
Topco Associates, LLC.- Elk Grove Village, IL
Aloha Nutrition – Fort Walton Beach, FL
• Implemented motivational interviewing during outpatient nutrition counseling for overall healthful nutrition and ED’s.
• Completed a 3-day nutrient analysis by obtaining a dietary recall from mothers, infants, and children.
• Designed flow of grocery store tour for individuals living with diabetes to aid in diabetes management.
• Utilized graphic design software systems like Canva and Microsoft to create educational material (handouts, e-books, ppts).
Leadership Project
Healthy West Chicago – Chicago, IL
• Created educational handouts with informative evidence-based nutrition research and provided nutritious and affordable
recipes for low-income families.
CERTIFICATION:
Food Handler, ServSafe – National Restaurant Association January 2021- January 2024
Food Protection Certified Manager, ServSafe – National Restaurant Association February 2020- February 2025
First Aid/CPR, American Heart Association May 2020- May 2022
SKILLS:
• Proficient in Canva, Microsoft Word, EPIC software system, Computrition, and Bedside Connect
• Ability to remain detailed oriented, organized, and effectively prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
