Zeeshan

To find a challenging position in an institute/organization where I can utilize my knowledge & skills, to bring about a positive difference and contribute to the growth of the institute/organization to the best of my capacity. 08 Years experience as Nutritionist with Hospital /NGOs (Clinical and Community) level with diverse populations. Dedicated time to utilizing Nutrition research to improve patient outcome. Driven health professional committed to improving the health and wellbeing of all persons at their respective levels of readiness.

CLINICAL NUTRITIONIST at NORTHWEST GENERAL HOSPITAL AND RESEARCH CENTRE (2022-04 – Present)

Working as Clinical Nutritionist in NORTHWEST GENERAL HOSPITAL AND RESEARCH CENTRE, PESHAWAR, KP

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments for in-patients and out-patients on a daily basis.
• Develop and implement Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition plans tailored to individual patient needs.
• Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for a wide range of medical conditions.
• Manage nutrition care, including treatment-related complications and recovery support.
• Deliver specialized nutrition management for pediatric neurological disorders, including conditions such as SSPE and other neurodevelopmental disorders.
• Counsel patients and families on therapeutic diets, lifestyle modification, and long-term nutrition planning.
• Handle OPD consultations for diverse patient groups including metabolic, gastrointestinal, renal, and endocrine conditions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams including physicians, nurses, and pharmacists to optimize patient outcomes.
• Prepare individualized diet charts and monitor patient progress regularly.
• Conduct staff trainings and educational sessions related to nutrition care and hospital quality standards.
• Participate in JCI (Joint Commission International) Chapter trainings and compliance activities, contributing to quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to hospital clinical protocols and ethical standards

CLINICAL NUTRITIONIST at ARIF DIAGNOSTIC HOSPITAL AND RESEARCH CENTRE (2020-10 – 2022-03)

Worked as Clinical Nutritionist in ARIF DIAGNOSTIC HOSPITAL AND RESEARCH CENTRE, PESHAWAR, KP

• Conducting nutritional assessments
• Managing OPD patients
• Providing Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for a wide range of medical conditions.
• Planning therapeutic diet charts
• Patient counseling and follow-up

Data collector at AGHA KHAN UNIVERSITY (2020-08 – 2020-09)

Worked as Team Leader with Agha Khan University in third party Verification of Polio Eradication Initiative in Peshawar, KP.

• Led field data collection teams and coordinated survey activities
• Conducted household visits and verification interviews
• Ensured accuracy and confidentiality of collected data
• Prepared and submitted daily progress reports to supervisor

Assistant Nutritionist at PEACE (2019-08 – 2020-01)

Worked as a Assistant Nutritionist in Nutrition Project with PEACE at Nowshera

PAID INTERNEE (Fata Secretariat Health Deptt.) at NATIONAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM (2017-06 – 2018-06)

• Assisted in nutritional screening and basic health assessments
• Helped in documentation and report preparation
• Attended departmental trainings and health awareness activities

INTERNE at KHYBER TEACHING HOSPITAL (2016-09 – 2016-10)

• Assisted in patient nutritional assessments
• Observed and supported therapeutic diet planning
• Participated in OPD visits and patient counseling
• Worked with senior dietitians and healthcare staff
• Maintained basic patient records and documentation

Msc (Hons.) in Human Nutrition – The University of Agriculture, Peshawar (2017-01 – 2018-12)

Bsc (Hons.) in Human Nutrition – The University of Agriculture, Peshawar (2013-01 – 2016-12)