Brianna Sommer, MS, RDN, LDN

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EDUCATION
Master of Science in Nutrition & Dietetics, Dietetic Internship, Graduate Certificate in Public Health
Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL, December 2019
Bachelor of Science in Food Science & Human Nutrition, Concentration in Dietetics
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, IL, May 2017
WORK EXPERIENCE
Aramark – Edward Hospital, Naperville, IL
Clinical Dietitian August 2020 – present
Conduct nutritional assessments for patients at nutritional risk. Develop and implement and individualized plan for nutritional
intervention in accordance with the patient's medical program goals and objectives.
• Utilize assessment and evaluation techniques that consider the varied needs of age specific populations as well as cultural,
religious, and ethnic concerns
• Assess educational needs and provide nutritional counseling for individuals and groups
Northern Illinois Food Bank, Geneva, IL
Nutrition Educator March 2019 – November 2019
Instructed multiple sessions of the 10-week Whole Body Approach (WBA) Program with cooking demonstration at Midwest
Shelter for Homeless Veterans. Obtained class materials and donated produce from Northern Illinois Food Bank each week.
Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL
Graduate Research Assistant, Northern Illinois Food Bank August 2017 – May 2019
Conducted data analysis, program implementation, report writing, and research manuscript writing for the Whole Body
Approach in food pantries across northern Illinois. Assisted in data analysis and report writing for the After-School Nutrition
Education Program.
• Ran nutrition portion of wellness event and created education materials for Vitas Healthcare
• Facilitated Northern Illinois Food Bank’s Nutrition Education programs at community locations
• Communicated through weekly calls and emails to discuss Northern Illinois Food Bank program progress and areas for
improvement
Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital, Wheaton, IL
Clinical Dietitian August 2020 – present
Conduct nutritional assessments for patients at nutritional risk. Develop and implement and individualized plan for nutritional
intervention in accordance with the patient's medical program goals and objectives.
• Utilize assessment and evaluation techniques that consider the varied needs of age specific populations as well as cultural,
religious, and ethnic concerns
• Assess educational needs and provide nutritional counseling for individuals and groups
• Participate in daily patient staffing meetings
Dietetic Technician, Registered May 2017 – April 2019, August 2020 – present
Assisted Clinical Dietitians with nutritional assessments. Completed nutritional screening on all new admits and provided general
nutritional care to patients of all ages. Collected and processed patient selective menus per diets based on established guidelines
and individualizes menus via Computrition. Oversaw patient tray line during mealtimes. Provided opening & closing assistance in
absences of manager.
• Assisted in the education of volunteers, students and interns and conduct training of new associates
• Served as a resource to medical staff and allied health on nutrition issues as indicated
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL
Menu Management Student, University Dining & Catering February 2016 – May 2017
Performed data entry of invoices and transfers into CBORD: Foodservice Suite. Updated item nutrition and purchasing
information. Assisted with recipe and menu input. Reviewed ingredient and nutrition information for accuracy and to denote
vegan, vegetarian, and allergens.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Nutrition Education Program Volunteer, Northern Illinois Food Bank June 2020 – August 2020
Dietetic Peer Mentor, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign September 2016 –May 2017
Undergraduate Research Assistant, Peer-Education About Weight Steadiness August 2016 – February 2017
Nutrition Volunteer, Illini Athletics January 2016 – December 2016
Undergraduate Dietetic Intern, Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital May 2015 – August 2016
CERTIFICATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist | Illinois Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist | Heartsaver® First Aid & BLS CPR/AED | Food Service
Sanitation Manager | Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics (State & Regional)