Jennifer Foster
thornton
Summary
Dynamic Dietetic Technician Registered with a proven track record at Denver Health, excelling in clinical nutrition and patient education. Recognized as a champion in wound care and diabetes management, I leverage strong communication and project management skills to enhance patient outcomes and foster collaboration among healthcare teams.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dietetic Technician Registered
Denver Health
06.2017 - Current
- Collaborate with inpatient population to provide education on different diets, including cardiac, low sodium, low fiber/high fiber, modified texture diets, gestational diabetes, and osteoporosis.
- Plan and complete nutrition screening of patients to analyze nutrition risk and refer to RD for close consultation and suggest numerous plans to maximize nutritional intake.
- Acknowledged as Clinical Nutrition Wound Care Champion and Diabetes Champion, while serving in Denver Health Wellness Committee.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with physicians and other crucial hospital staff.
Nutrition Educator
Share Our Strength’s Cooking Matters
Boulder
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Planned and delivered nutrition trainings to adults, teens, and children, resulting in taking better meals as per dietary requirements.
- Performed multiple tasks, including creation of tutorial plans and provide comprehensive support during healthy cooking lessons.
- Adhered to requirements for the provision of Nutrition Health Education.
- Conducted monthly nutrition health education group workshops as well as organize individual education sessions for clients unable to attend group workshops.
- Collaborated with senior personnel to analyze suitability of food & meal service provided to client.
- Maintained all records of attendance, participation, progress, accomplishments, and additional needs.
- Participated in all meetings and trainings.
Analytical Assistant
Boulder Scientific Company
Boulder
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Developed and maintained overall inventory of analytical laboratory.
- Oversaw functionality of laboratory glassware and equipment to meet operational requirements.
- Reviewed and regularly updated current SOPs to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.
- Provided extensive support to senior management in establishing new analytical laboratory facility.
Sales Associate
Nordstrom
Boulder
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Fostered and utilized professional relationships with key clients to attain major business gains, resulting in ranking within top 10% sales executives.
- Recognized as part of company’s Customer Service All-Star program.
- Assisted customers in finding the right products, as per requirement by explaining benefits and uses of various items.
- Processed customer’s payment and packaged goods.
- Leveraged strong knowledge of current product offerings and inventory levels.
- Notified customers about new promotions and sales through phone calls and emails.
Education
Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) - Global Management
Colorado State University Global
Aurora, CO09.2025
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Dietetics
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, Colorado, USA01.2016
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
University of Colorado
Boulder, Colorado, USA01.2011
Skills
- Healthcare administration
- Clinical nutrition
- Patient education
- Project management
- Data analysis
- Community health education
- Laboratory analysis
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Communication
Websites
Certification
Dietetic Technician Registered (DTR)
Accomplishments
- Heroes of the Heart Award
- Employee of the Month
- Compassionate Care Award
Timeline
Dietetic Technician Registered
Denver Health
06.2017 - Current
Nutrition Educator
Share Our Strength’s Cooking Matters
01.2015 - 01.2016
Analytical Assistant
Boulder Scientific Company
01.2011 - 01.2013
Sales Associate
Nordstrom
01.2006 - 01.2011
Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) - Global Management
Colorado State University Global
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Dietetics
University of Northern Colorado
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
University of Colorado