Macie Snowden, RDN, CDCES
Indianapolis
Summary
Resourceful dietitian experienced in developing and implementing niche diabetes care plans. Currently seeking a role that allows for the flexibility to build on these skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diabetes Educator
Ascension St. Vincent
Indianapolis
01.2024 - Current
- Built a Diabetes in Pregnancy Program for our Maternal Fetal Medicine Clinic- started ADA accreditation to offer DSMT in addition to MNT, created respective handouts, collected data, and hired staff for our program
- Handled new patient intake for Maternal Fetal Medicine’s Diabetes in Pregnancy Program. This includes full medical history and virtual education with the patient and staffing with physicians daily for medication management
- Started patients on CGMs and assisted physicians in interpreting data and billing
- Trained staff on diabetes supplies and medication handling, ordering, refills, and prior authorizations
- Worked hand in had with physicians to build and maintain the program that is now able to manage the medications of 50-75 patients with diabetes in pregnancy at any given time. Remained organized and assured every case was addressed at least weekly, allowing me develop rapport with all patients
Diabetes Educator
IU Health
Indianapolis
06.2021 - 01.2024
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide diabetes care plans for diverse patient populations (complex social situations, s/p total pancreatectomy, whipple, multi organ transplants, amputations, etc.)
- Hands on inpatient teaching at all central IU Health hospitals (includes new diagnosis education, demonstrating insulin injections, starting patients on CGMs, etc.)
- Use evidence based nutrition guidelines to assist patients in creating individualized diet plans
- Counsel patients in order to help figure out their "why?" as well as determine barriers and provide additional resources
- Coordinate with pharmaceutical reps to keep up to date with new information and keep the diabetes center supplied with patient samples
Dietary Manager
Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana
Indianapolis
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Monitored patient progress with calorie counts and consulted with physicians regarding dietary modifications as necessary
- Assisted in recreating a more nutritious and ergonomic menu as well as worked with the SLPs to create a dysphagia menu to meet IDDSI guidelines
- Provided nutrition education to patients, families, and staff members (includes leading all clinical/ nutrition inservices for the kitchen staff)
- Oversaw meal prep and conducted kitchen inspections
Dietetic Intern
Indiana State University
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Clinicals at Union Hospital in Terre Haute and IU Bloomington Hospital
- Foodservice management at Putnam County Hospital
- Public health internships completed with WIC, Marion County Health Department/ Gleaners, Purdue Extension, and the Dairy Association
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN05.2020
Skills
- Patient Advocacy
- Open Minded and Adaptable
- Motivational Interviewing
- Precepting and Training
- Virtual Visits and Billing
Certification
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (August 2020)
- Licensed Dietitian (Indiana)
- DPP Lifestyle Coach (July 2021)
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (March 2023)
Volunteer
- ADA Camp Medical Staff (2019-2023)
- Keep Indianapolis Beautiful Inc. (2024-current)
Timeline
Diabetes Educator
Ascension St. Vincent
01.2024 - Current
Diabetes Educator
IU Health
06.2021 - 01.2024
Dietary Manager
Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana
09.2020 - 05.2021
Dietetic Intern
Indiana State University
08.2018 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
Indiana State University