Dana Levin
Denver
Summary
Certified midwife dedicated to providing high-quality, family-centered care during home and hospital births. Skilled in prenatal care, labor support and postpartum wellness. Committed to empowering mothers and families through education and compassionate care. Known for creating a nurturing environment and ensuring safe deliveries.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dietetic Intern
Children's Hospital Of Colorado
08.2023 - Current
- Presented case study to MDs, RDs, and lactation team entitled, "Failure to Thrive - Is it safe to swallow?"
- Promote the benefits of breastfeeding and offer education on proper positioning, latching and breast care.
- Quality Improvement Project - Evaluated therapeutic diet menus and made changes to comply with the pediatric care guidelines
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex medical conditions.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills to convey complex nutritional information in an easily understandable manner for patients and their families.
- Conducted research on emerging trends in dietetics, integrating evidence-based practices into patient care plans and optimizing treatment outcomes.
- Created engaging educational materials for group presentations, promoting a better understanding of nutrition among diverse populations.
- Utilized Epic proficiently to document patient interactions accurately and maintain up-to-date records as required by regulatory agencies.
- Demonstrated adaptability and resilience by successfully completing rotations in various dietetic practice areas, such as clinical nutrition, pediatric oral feeding clinic, allergy, community nutrition, and lactation.
- Developed a strong understanding of medical nutrition therapy for diverse populations through attendance at professional development events, lectures, and journal club meetings.
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- ·Led in-service on Type 1 Diabetes for dietary assistants
IBCLC Intern
Metro Caring
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Co-facilitated breastfeeding support group.
IBCLC Intern
Dana DeFreece
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Increased breastfeeding success rates through one-on-one consultations, addressing individual concerns and challenges.
- Performed pre and post weights, calculated weight gain over time, identified failure to thrive, and suggested alternate breast milk feeding methods.
- Treated engorgement, oversupply, and mastitis in breastfeeding mothers
- Identified oral feeding challenges
- Co-conducted group classes on breastfeeding techniques and benefits, leading to a more informed client population.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by creating a welcoming and supportive environment for breastfeeding consultations.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to develop personalized care plans for each mother-infant dyad, promoting optimal health outcomes.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented interventions, adjusting care plans as needed based on progress toward desired goals.
Research Assistant
Dr. Jennifer Bolton
06.2020 - 12.2021
- Designed research study “TikTok: Kid Chefs Rock!” to determine what would increase parents’ self-efficacy, attitudes, and cooking skills to increase children’s consumption of produce
- Cultivated relationships and acted as liaison with community organizations
Education
Master of Science - Human Nutrition And Dietetics
Metropolitan State University
Denver, CO12.2022
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction, Literacy
University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary/Early Childhood Education; Psychology
Washington University in St Louis
St Louis, MO05.2001
Skills
- Empathy, Adaptability, Advocacy
- Breastfeeding Challenges and Support
- Infant Nutrition
- Public Speaking
- Motivational Interviewing
- Nonviolent Communication
- Building Rapport
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Communication, Presentation Skills
- Class Instruction
- Community Outreach
- Nutrition Counseling
- Charting in Epic
Certification
- IBCLC - International Board Certified Lactation Consultant - 12/2023
- Registered Dietitian (Expected Summer 2024)
- Elementary Education Teacher
Timeline
Dietetic Intern
Children's Hospital Of Colorado
08.2023 - Current
IBCLC Intern
Metro Caring
01.2023 - 04.2023
IBCLC Intern
Dana DeFreece
01.2022 - 08.2022
Research Assistant
Dr. Jennifer Bolton
06.2020 - 12.2021
Master of Science - Human Nutrition And Dietetics
Metropolitan State University
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction, Literacy
University of Colorado At Boulder
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary/Early Childhood Education; Psychology
Washington University in St Louis
- IBCLC - International Board Certified Lactation Consultant - 12/2023
- Registered Dietitian (Expected Summer 2024)
- Elementary Education Teacher
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