MELANIE L. DRESSLER
Easton,MD
Summary
Dynamic nutrition professional with extensive expertise in dietary planning and personalized nutrition programs, poised to contribute to team success. Proven ability to guide individuals toward healthier eating and lifestyle habits. Proficient in patient counseling, meal planning thorough nutritional assessments, and consistently recognized for reliability and strong communication skills. Committed to empowering clients through education and support to drive positive health outcomes.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
K-12 Dietitian
Sodexo Food Service
Easton, MD
01.2021 - Current
- Responsible for monitoring all schools menus and food service practices to meet federal and state guidelines for USDA Child Nutrition Programs in Maryland, and Delaware and other schools in the Mid-Atlantic area
- Train and interact with food service employees and many other county employees and students daily; work with medical and nutrition staff on diet modifications for students
- Successfully prepared Talbot County, Queen Annes County, Baltimore Board of Child Car, Montgomery County Virginia and Early College Schools at Delaware State for State Department of Education Administrative Reviews/Inspections for all USDA Child Nutrition Programs.
Receptionist
Dental Choice
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Assisted patients with appointments, check in and check out procedures and referral care coordination and electronic charting
- Self-taught on Eagle Soft, Dental Office Software in sudden absence of receptionist
- Implemented and applied COVID-19 check in procedures for hundreds of patients
Health and Wellness Center Director
USAF
Andrews AFB , MD
01.2002 - 01.2006
- Developed/managed wellness program for over 70,000 in base community; won best large base health promotion program in the command, dietitian of the year
- Counseled hundreds of veterans and family members on a variety of nutrition needs including weight management, diabetes and many other conditions
- Chaired the Integrated Delivery System Team, focused on providing physical, mental, and spiritual help to active duty members and their families
Chief of Nutritional Medicine
USAF
Tinker AFB, OK And Davis-Monthan AFB, AZ
01.1998 - 01.2002
- Sole dietitian responsible for inpatient and outpatient, nutrition education programs for 100,000 beneficiaries
- Developed nutrition supplement education presentations and materials as part of a multidisciplinary team selected by the Air Force Surgeon General
- Participated in 35+ health fairs and screening initiatives, identified at-risk individuals and provided nutrition education intervention
- Successfully prepared departments for 5 Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospital Organizations and Health Services Inspections with best practices
Education
Master of Science - Health and Sport Science
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK01.2001
Nutrition
United States Air Force Dietetic Internship Program
Andrews Air Force Base, MD01.1997
Bachelor of Science - Applied Nutrition with High Distinction & Honors
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05.1995
Skills
- Medical nutrition therapy with evidence-based care
- Community nutrition
- Dietary counseling and patient education
- Community and school nutrition programs
- Experience with JCAHO and USDA inspections
- Health promotion
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- RD - Registered Dietitian
- Licensed Dietitian - Maryland
MY QUALIFICATIONS
- Nationally board certified registered dietitian with Maryland license in good standing
- Communicate well with staff, superiors, clients and customers including training and counseling/education
- Highly organized, able to work independently, quick learner, adaptable, and value servant leadership
- Reliable volunteer with children and youth programs since 2007 in local organizations
Timeline
K-12 Dietitian
Sodexo Food Service
01.2021 - Current
Receptionist
Dental Choice
01.2020 - 01.2021
Health and Wellness Center Director
USAF
01.2002 - 01.2006
Chief of Nutritional Medicine
USAF
01.1998 - 01.2002
Master of Science - Health and Sport Science
University of Oklahoma
Nutrition
United States Air Force Dietetic Internship Program
Bachelor of Science - Applied Nutrition with High Distinction & Honors
Pennsylvania State University