Amanda Foltyn

Conduct patient outreach and social needs assessments for 150+ patients monthly, to address social determinants of health, including transportation, housing, food insecurity, financial challenges, and access to healthcare services. Connect patients with community resources, social service agencies, and healthcare programs to improve health outcomes and quality of life. Advocate for patients by navigating healthcare and community support systems and assisting with referrals to appropriate resources.

Community Health Worker - ASCENSION ST THOMAS - Nashville, TN

(2025-10)

• Conduct patient outreach and social needs assessments for 150+ patients monthly, to address social determinants of health, including transportation, housing, food insecurity, financial challenges, and access to healthcare services.
• Connect patients with community resources, social service agencies, and healthcare programs to improve health outcomes and quality of life.
• Advocate for patients by navigating healthcare and community support systems and assisting with referrals to appropriate resources.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient interactions, referrals, care plans, and outcomes within the electronic health record.

Nutritionist - WOMEN, INFANTS, AND CHILDREN (WIC) - Chambersburg, PA

(2024-07 - 2025-08)

• Provide individualized nutrition education, counseling, and support to 50+ families weekly, including pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding moms, as well as children up to the age of five
• Use clinical tools, anthropometric and biochemical measures, and dietary analysis to evaluate nutritional status and evaluate deficiencies or risks
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and clinical guidelines of maternal, infant, and pediatric nutrition standards
• Tailor nutrition counseling for non-English speaking families through culturally responsive and accessible communication approaches

National Science Foundation Intern - ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY - Chicago, IL

(2022-06 - 2022-08)

• Serve as a study coordinator for an FDA-funded clinical nutrition research pilot, conducting participant screening, informed consent, and guided participants through each stage of the clinical trial
• Collected and analyzed biometric data, including blood pressure, blood glucose, and anthropometrics, while ensuring compliance with research and ethical standards

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Medical Science - UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE (2024-05)