Meredith Epley, MS

Dietetic Intern

Pana, IL 62557

217.561.1096
m.epley96@gmail.com
MEMBERSHIPS
Student Member-The Academy of
Nutrition and Dietetics
EDUCATION
DIETETIC GRADUATE CERTIFICATE, Illinois State University, Normal, IL
Expected Completion: May 2021
Family and Consumer Sciences, Distance Dietetic Internship
MASTER OF SCIENCE, Eastern Illinois University , Charleston, IL
Graduated: December 2019
College of Health and Human Service, Nutrition Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, Illinois State University, Normal, IL
Graduated: May 2018
Family and Consumer Sciences, Food, Nutrition, and Dietetics
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE, Lake Land College, Mattoon, IL
Graduated: May 2016

Student Member-Central Illinois Dietetic Internship Supervised Practice Rotations

Academy of Nutrition and August 2020- May 2021
Dietetics
FOOD SERVICE: Decatur Memorial Hospital, Decatur, IL;
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Illinois State Board of Education, Springfield, IL
2014-2016 •
Justified programs, products, services and care using
appropriate evidence or data.
• Performed management functions related to safety, security,
and sanitation that affect employees, customers, patients,
facilities, and food.
• Conducted feasible studies for products, programs, and
services with consideration of cost and benefits.
CERTIFICATIONS COMMUNITY NUTRITION: Namken Nutrition, Mt.Zion, IL;
University of Illinois Extension, Effingham, IL
• Provided outpatient counseling to individuals with various
ServSafe Food Protection 2017-2022 states
Certified Manager
• Developed and delivered products and services that promoted
clients’ health, wellness, and lifestyle management.
2019-2021
CPR Certified • Demonstrated professional writing skills in preparing
professional communications.
• Developed appropriate educational materials, including food
preferences, to instruct a special population group

SKILLS CLINICAL NUTRITION: HSHS St. John’s Hospital, Springfield, IL

(Currently in clinical rotation)
Strong verbal and written communication
Team Leadership
Extremely Organized
Excellent Time Management Skills
• Perform the Nutrition Care Process and used standardized
nutrition language for individuals, groups, & populations of
differing ages & health.
• Evaluate effectiveness of printed materials regarding sound
nutrition practices and its potential impact upon the lay public
• Deliver respectful, science-based answers to patients’
questions.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills in a variety of
formats and settings.

REFERENCES
Michelle Fombelle, MPH, CHES
SNAP-Education Extension
Educator, Effingham County
217.347.7773
mfombell@illinois.edu
Beth Tanner MS, RDN, LDN
Registered Dietitian, Illinois
State Board of Education
217.341.7237
etanner@isbe.net
Kaitlin Byrd, MS, RDN, LDN
Assistant Director of the Dietetic
Internship
Illinois State University
815.530.1002
krbyrd@ilstu.edu
Meredith Epley, MS
Dietetic Intern
WORK EXPERIENCE
August 2016- Student Manager Front of House Catering
May 2018
Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality-
Illinois State University, Normal, IL
• Served food to campus administration, faculty, and
students
• Prepared and clear tables before and after events
while catering food to private events
• Enhanced leadership skills by training new student
employees
June 2017- Dietetic Undergrad Intern
July 2017 Decatur Memorial Hospital -Decatur, IL
• Gained knowledge of the profession while assisting the
dietitian in food service and clinical settings
• Participated at local health fairs and educated runners on
proper nutrition
• Conducted a study on Supplement Waste within the hospital
• Reviewed Meals on Wheels 5-week menu cycle and
completed nutrient analysis
June 2016- Dietetic Undergrad Intern
July 2016 Pana Community Hospital- Pana, IL
• Addressed the nutritional needs of patients and created
nutritious menus for patients and employees
• Organized, prepared, and delivered food to Meals on
Wheels participants
• Consulted outpatients with dietitian
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Pana Sacred Heart Church: Volunteer, September 2014- present
• Prepare and serve meals for church functions
Mattoon Christian Church Food Pantry Volunteer, August 2018-December 2018
• Helped families choose items to fulfil recipes
Advocacy and Leadership Council: Member, August 2017-May 2018
• Participated in club activities through Event Management, Dining, and
Hospitality
• Communicated issues to student employees and EMDH administrators
Food, Nutrition, and Dietetics Club: Member, August 2016-May 2018
• Participated in club activities and volunteer opportunities
• Volunteered for Fresh FAVS, Midwest Food Bank, and St. Vincent
DePaul Food Pantry
ISU Sports Nutrition: Volunteer, January 2017-May 2018
• Assisted the Director of Sports Nutrition by preparing protein shakes for
student athletes
• Educated athletes on proper nutrition for optimal athletic performance
Westminster Village: Volunteer, March 2017
• Educated elderly on how to incorporate nutritious foods into their diets