Cecily Wise
Osceola
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over 10 years of acute-care experience, recognized for excellence as a Lead Dietitian. Expertise in leading clinical teams, streamlining workflows, and fostering staff development while contributing to system-wide initiatives and policy enhancements. A passionate educator and engaging presenter dedicated to advancing nutrition practice within interdisciplinary teams, aligning with the organization's mission to improve patient outcomes. Committed to leveraging strong communication skills to inspire collaboration and drive impactful changes in healthcare nutrition. Licensed in Indiana, Oregon, Kentucky, Georgia, and Illinois.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Telehealth Nutrition Counseling
Nourish
Austin, TX
03.2026 - Current
- Facilitated access to telehealth services, positively impacting client health outcomes in Oregon, Texas, Michigan, Georgia, Kentucky, Indiana, and Illinois.
- Expanded reach of remote healthcare services, enhancing client satisfaction across multiple states.
- Achieved improved health outcomes by providing targeted nutrition counseling for liver disease. Facilitated better cardiac health through customized dietary guidelines. Enabled successful weight loss and maintenance for clients through strategic nutrition approaches.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
Permanent Lead Dietitian
Beacon Health System – Memorial Hospital
South Bend, IN
06.2024 - Current
- Provide leadership and operational support for the Nutrition Care team, ensuring high-quality patient care and efficient workflow across the clinical department.
- Participated in quality improvement project for malnutrition reimbursement: >$1 million dollars reimbursed in 2025.
- Developed and delivered a presentation to the medical executive team on expanded dietitian order writing privileges, emphasizing inclusion of labs, vitamins, fiber, and consulting other interdisciplinary team members.
- Serve as preceptor and mentor for new hires, dietetic interns, and students exploring healthcare roles.
- Deliver evidence-based nutrition education and training sessions for nurse educators, residents, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Contribute to information-system improvements by building Nutrition Quick Orders, revising Cerner PowerPlans, and assisting with training and onboarding dietitians throughout the hospital merger transition.
- Develop, manage, and publish staff schedules.
- Coordinate and schedule training activities for new staff and interns along clinical dietitians.
- Review and revise departmental policies and procedures as requested to align with current standards and best practices.
- Assisted in menu development for institutional settings to ensure compliance with dietary guidelines and accommodate diverse needs patients.
- Excelled in clinical ladder program, consistently reaching highest level of achievement for three years.
Clinical Dietitian
Beacon Health System – Memorial Hospital
South Bend, IN
11.2015 - Current
- Provide comprehensive medical nutrition therapy for acute-care patients of diverse backgrounds, ensuring evidence-based, individualized nutrition interventions.
- Participate in interdisciplinary rounds to integrate assessments, treatment goals, and care strategies for trauma and intensive care unit patients.
- Deliver nutrition education to pediatric and adult patients on topics of diabetes, cardiac disease, orthopedic-health topics, and gastrointestinal.
- Develop and manage enteral and parenteral nutrition support regimens for adult patients.
- Conduct comprehensive malnutrition assessments utilizing nutrition-focused physical exams.
- Promoted to Co-Lead Registered Dietitian in May 2022.
Adjunct Professor
Goshen College University
Goshen, IN
01.2022 - 04.2024
- Taught Chem 220 to healthcare and public health students, delivering clear, foundational instruction in chemistry concepts relevant to healthcare practice.
- Responded promptly and professionally to staff and student inquiries to support academic success and smooth course operations.
- Developed, wrote, and presented course lectures and learning material aligned with departmental standards.
Podcast Guest Speaker
As They Grow Older
Remote
04.2023 - 2023
- Engaged audiences through interactive presentations on aging-related topics.
- Adapted content delivery based on audience needs and feedback for improved engagement.
- Collaborated with event organizers to ensure seamless integration of guest speaking engagements into overall event schedules.
Education
Master's of Art - Dietetics, Food Management Minor
Ball State University
Muncie05-2016
Bachelor's of Science - Dietetics, Food Management Minor
Ball State University
Muncie05-2014
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Multitasking
- Resilient
- Decision-making
- Critical thinking
Accomplishments
- NIAND Board Member Secretary Aug. 2020 – June 1, 2023
- Member of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics 2014 – Present
- Member of Dietitians in Clinical Nutrition Management July 2024 – present
- ECREW Achievement | Trauma Informed Care April 2024 – Jan 2025
- Well-being Advocate March 2026 - present
Certification
- BLS Provider from American Heart Association March 2026 – March 2028
Timeline
Telehealth Nutrition Counseling
Nourish
03.2026 - Current
Permanent Lead Dietitian
Beacon Health System – Memorial Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Podcast Guest Speaker
As They Grow Older
04.2023 - 2023
Adjunct Professor
Goshen College University
01.2022 - 04.2024
Clinical Dietitian
Beacon Health System – Memorial Hospital
11.2015 - Current
Master's of Art - Dietetics, Food Management Minor
Ball State University
Bachelor's of Science - Dietetics, Food Management Minor
Ball State University
Awards
- Employee of the Month - October 2017