Lakshmi S B
Nutritionist
Trivandrum,KL
Summary
Accomplished Hospital Operations Professional with 19 years of Clinical Nutrition expertise. Skilled in enhancing patient satisfaction and care while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Experienced in leading multidisciplinary teams, implementing NABH and ISO standards, and optimizing hospital processes to improve efficiency and quality of care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Dietician
Metromed International Cardiac Care
08.2022 - Current
- Preparing the Department for NABH And ISO Audit.
- Heading the Clinical Nutrition Team
- Led clinical nutrition team in developing patient care plans.
- Contributed to the critical care team
- Coordinated hospital food service team to maintain standards per NABH and ISO regulations.
- Managed clinical nutrition outpatient services for optimal patient care.
- Monitored and assessed heart/renal transplant patients pre/post-surgery to support timely recovery.
- Contributed to the hospital MRD live file audit team
- Guided various improvement projects conducted by external trainers to enhance departmental practices.
Senior Nutritionist (Online)
Healthifyme Pvt Ltd
09.2020 - 08.2022
- Handled software-driven patient care to enhance treatment personalization
- Monitored patients to support achievement of health goals
- Managed CGM data to facilitate improved glycemic control
- Worked in Bangalore
Dietician
S K Hospital Trivandrum
09.2015 - 06.2019
- Conducted consultations for patients in the outpatient department.
- Developed department SOP aligned with NABH guidelines to ensure compliance and quality standards
- Created food service SOP in accordance with NABH guidelines to enhance operational efficiency
- Contributed to the nutrition support team by collaborating with healthcare professionals.
- Prepared Food Service SOP according to NABH Guidelines
- Conducted training for interns and staff to improve knowledge and skills in nutritional practices
Consultant Nutritionist / Nutritionist Trainer
Anjali Mukerjee Health Total Pvt Ltd
11.2009 - 10.2013
- Mentored new nutritionists in weight management programs.
Dietician
B D Petit Parsee General Hospital
11.2007 - 10.2009
- Maintained meal records and counseled patients on good eating habits, menu preparation, and meal monitoring.
- Developed customized nutrition plans for diverse patient populations, ensuring alignment with medical conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess patient dietary needs and optimize care strategies.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting meal plans based on clinical feedback and nutritional outcomes.
Junior Dietician
S P Fort Hospital
09.2005 - 05.2007
- Completed probation period under supervision of senior dietician
- Conducted consultations for diabetic and cardiology patients
- Developed personalized nutrition plans based on patient assessments and dietary needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to integrate nutritional care into patient treatment protocols.
- Educated patients on dietary choices, promoting healthier lifestyle habits and disease management.
Education
Diploma - Hospital Operations Management
Vikaaza Global Education Centre
Calicut06-2025
Diploma - Clinical Research And Regulatory Affairs
Sikkim Manipal University
02-2011
M.Sc - Family And Community Science
Avinash Lingam Deemed University
Coimbatore08-2005
B. Sc - Family And Community Science
NSS College for Women
05-2003
Skills
Nutritional Counseling
Strategic Thinking
Healthcare policy awareness
Medical nutrition therapy
Renal nutrition
Nutritional assessment
Problem Solving and Decision making
TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION
- 1) Facility Management in Healthcare
- CAHO
- Fire Detection Control and Protection Systems
- Building Standards Linces and Statutory Compliances
- Hospital Planning
- Green Hospital
- Waste Management In Hospital
- Medical Gas Management system and Safety
- Water Management
- Communication Systems
- Medical Equipment Management
- 2) Internal Audit
- Metromed International Cardiac Care
- Attended In-house Internal Audit Training
- Part of the Hospital Internal Audit Team and Conducted Audit of Various Department based on NABH Standards.
- 3) CPQIH (Certified Professional for Quality Implementation in Hospital)
- 4) Infection Control Audits :
- Best Practices, Key Strategies & Effective Implementation
- 5) Hazardous Materials Management in Healthcare
- FMSA
Timeline
Senior Dietician
Metromed International Cardiac Care
08.2022 - Current
Senior Nutritionist (Online)
Healthifyme Pvt Ltd
09.2020 - 08.2022
Dietician
S K Hospital Trivandrum
09.2015 - 06.2019
Consultant Nutritionist / Nutritionist Trainer
Anjali Mukerjee Health Total Pvt Ltd
11.2009 - 10.2013
Dietician
B D Petit Parsee General Hospital
11.2007 - 10.2009
Junior Dietician
S P Fort Hospital
09.2005 - 05.2007
B. Sc - Family And Community Science
NSS College for Women
M.Sc - Family And Community Science
Avinash Lingam Deemed University
Diploma - Clinical Research And Regulatory Affairs
Sikkim Manipal University
Diploma - Hospital Operations Management
Vikaaza Global Education Centre