Esther Odion
Nutritionist
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About
Compassionate and detail-oriented Nutritionist with experience in clinical nutrition, maternal and infant health, breastfeeding support, and community nutrition programs. Skilled in virtual nutrition counseling, patient education, nutritional assessment, clinical documentation, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Experienced in supporting mothers, caregivers, and pediatric patients through evidence-based nutrition interventions and health promotion initiatives.
Adept at using digital communication tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and online platforms to provide remote nutrition support, education, and wellness guidance. Passionate about improving health outcomes through accessible and client-centered nutrition care.
Experience
Nutrition Assistant at MilkBankNG (2026-01 – Present)
Supported maternal and infant nutrition programs by promoting exclusive breastfeeding and healthy feeding practices.
- Provided nutrition counseling and health education support for mothers and caregivers through individual sessions, awareness programs, and digital communication platforms.
- Handled donor inquiries, guided donor mothers through onboarding procedures, and coordinated donor screening/testing processes with the laboratory team.
- Reviewed donor and recipient nutritional information and supported assessment of donated breast milk quality.
- Assisted in developing personalized nutrition and wellness recommendations for donor mothers and recipients.
- Monitored client progress and maintained accurate nutrition-related documentation in line with organizational protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to support safe milk banking practices and optimal infant nutrition outcomes.
- Contributed to community outreach, hospital awareness visits, and maternal-child nutrition advocacy programs.
- Created nutrition education materials and social media health content to promote breastfeeding awareness, maternal nutrition, and healthy lifestyle practices.
- Ensured compliance with milk banking guidelines, nutrition standards, and safety procedures.
Volunteer Nutritionist at The Virtuous Repro Health Mission (2025-11 – 2025-11)
- Conducted nutrition screening and counseling at Gbagada General Hospital and Agege Primary Health Centre.
- Supported community health education on maternal health and nutrition.
- Assisted in documenting participant data and program outcomes.
- Participated in nutrition awareness campaigns focused on maternal and child health improvement.
Nutrition Assistant at Paediatric Hospital (2024-08 – 2025-05)
- Assessed patients' dietary needs, growth patterns, and nutritional status.
- Contributed to individualized nutrition care plans and reviewed case notes.
- Monitored and documented management of Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) cases.
- Assisted in monitoring patients' nutritional progress and response to dietary interventions.
- Educated caregivers on feeding practices and nutrition management.
- Collaborated with doctors, nurses, and dietitians to provide holistic care.
Nutrition Technician (SIWES) at State Hospital (2018-09 – 2018-12)
- Assisted dietitians in patient nutritional assessments and progress documentation.
- Supported food service operations including preparation, storage, and sanitation.
- Provided basic nutrition education to patients and families.
Education
Higher National Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics – Federal Polytechnic Ilaro (2022-01 – 2024-01)
National Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics – Federal Polytechnic Ilaro (2017-11 – 2019-12)
