Rita Muchangi
Nutrition and Dietetics Professional
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About
Dedicated and detail-oriented Nutrition and Dietetics professional with dual qualifications (Certificate and Diploma) from the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC). Proven ability to apply evidence-based nutritional principles in both clinical and community settings. Experienced in conducting comprehensive nutrition assessments, developing tailored dietary plans and delivering impactful health education to diverse populations.
Possesses strong digital literacy and a compassionate approach to patient care, committed to promoting wellness and preventing disease through sound nutritional practices.
Experience
Nutrition Attachment - Machakos Referral Hospital - Machakos
- Conducted comprehensive nutrition assessments for patients upon admission and during follow-ups.
- Assisted in the development and monitoring of individualized therapeutic diet plans.
- Participated in delivering nutrition education sessions to patients and their families in outpatient clinics.
- Maintained accurate and confidential patient nutrition records, contributing to departmental data.
Nutrition Attachment - Naivasha Sub-county Hospital - Naivasha
- Supported the clinical nutrition team in providing essential services within the hospital wards.
- Assisted in the preparation and distribution of specialized therapeutic diets. Actively participated in daily ward rounds, collaborating with doctors and nurses to integrate nutrition care plans.
- Provided basic nutrition counseling and discharge advice to patients and care givers.
Education
Diploma - Nutrition and Dietetics - Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC), Makueni Campus (2026-02)
Certificate - Nutrition and Dietetics - Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC), Makueni Campus (2024-02)
Certificate - Computer Studies - Victory Digital College, Ruaka (2022)
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - Kithegi Secondary School (2019)
