Rejitha Rangan
Clinical Dietitian & Nutritionist
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About
Motivated with 1year of lab technician and teaching experience with 3 years of experience as clinical Dietitian & Nutritionist, Skilled in nutritional screening and nutritional assessment. Critical care nutrition and monitoring progress to support faster recovery. Seeking and opportunity to contribute my expertise to a reputed healthcare organization while enhancing patient well-being and supporting the institution's commitment to quality healthcare services.
Experience
Dietitian - Oxford Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre. (NABH Certified) - Bengaluru
(2023)
- Conducted comprehensive nutrition screenings, assessments, and dietary interviews to identify patients' nutritional needs.
- Ensured compliance with NABH guidelines and standards for patient nutritional care, documentation, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Demonstrated thorough knowledge of NABH standards related to clinical nutrition services, therapeutic diets, and patient safety.
- Developed individualized meal plans based on medical conditions, nutritional requirements, dietary restrictions, and patient goals.
- Provided evidence-based nutrition counselling and education for patients with chronic diseases, including diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and renal disorders.
- Recommended nutritional supplements according to individual clinical requirements.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other multidisciplinary healthcare professiona0.
- ls to optimize patient care.
- Evaluated patients' macro and micronutrient requirements based on medical condition, lifestyle, and disease severity.
- Assisted patients in managing acute and chronic illnesses through individualized medical nutrition therapy.
- Worked closely with food service teams to update patient meal plans and improve food quality and patient satisfaction.
- Educated healthcare staff on food safety, hygiene, therapeutic diets, and proper food handling practices in accordance with regulatory standards.
Lab Technician - NGP Art's and Science College (unit of KMCH) - Coimbatore
(2021 - 2022-06)
- Guided undergraduate and postgraduate students in new food product development projects.
- Assisted in the formulation, standardization, and evaluation of innovative food products.
- Performed laboratory testing and quality analysis of newly developed food products, maintaining accurate experimental records.
- Supported research projects by collecting data, preparing laboratory materials, and conducting food science experiments.
- Analyzed research findings using appropriate statistical methods to ensure the accuracy and reliability of results.
- Trained and supervised students in laboratory techniques, food analysis, and research methodologies.
- Participated in research discussions, seminars, and training programs to support continuous learning and quality improvement.
Education
Master of Science - Food Science and Nutrition - Yuvaraja's College (Autonomous) Mysuru (2020)
Bachelor of Science - Food Science and Nutrition - University of Mysuru (2018)
Higher Secondary - St.
Thomas Metric Higher Secondary
School, The Nilgiris's (2015)
Secondary School - St.
Francis Xavier Girls High
School, The Nilgiris (2013)