Jasmynn Lahner, MS, RDN, LD

Jasmynn Lahner, MS, RDN, LD

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Nutrition and Partnerships Senior Manager at Houston Food Bank

  • Education

    • University of Texas Medical Branch

      2014 - 2015
      Master's of Science Nutrition and Metabolism 4.0

      Activities and Societies: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics - Student Member - Fall 2013 - Present Texas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics - Student Member - Fall 2013 - Present National Organization of Blacks in Dietetics and Nutrition - Student Member - Fall 2013 - Present The Department of Nutrition and Metabolism's mission is to provide quality training for my peers and I in academia, healthcare and education by integrating clinical and professional experiences within an innovative, evidence-based curriculum. The department's research and educational activities are built upon the core values of the School of Health Professions: education, innovation, service, community and diversity. The department offers a full-time combined Master of Science and dietetic… Show more The Department of Nutrition and Metabolism's mission is to provide quality training for my peers and I in academia, healthcare and education by integrating clinical and professional experiences within an innovative, evidence-based curriculum. The department's research and educational activities are built upon the core values of the School of Health Professions: education, innovation, service, community and diversity. The department offers a full-time combined Master of Science and dietetic internship (MS/DI) with an aging concentration. As a students enrolled in the MS/DI I will develop core professional competencies for evidence-based dietetics practice in clinical, community and food service settings. Show less

    • Texas Woman's University

      2010 - 2014
      Bachelor of Science (BS) Nutrition: Emphasis in Dietetics 3.9

      Activities and Societies: Student Dietetic Association - TWU Chapter - Pioneer Pace Committee Chair - Fall 2013 - May 2014 Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics - Student Member - Fall 2013 - Present Texas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics - Student Member - Fall 2013 - Present National Organization of Blacks in Dietetics and Nutrition - Student Member - Fall 2013 - Present National Society of Collegiate Scholars - TWU Chapter - Fall 2011 - Spring 2014 As a TWU undergraduate I majored in Nutrition: Emphasis in Dietetics and took courses in nutrition, food systems administration, science, business, food science, nutrition education and counseling and research. These courses prepared me for careers in clinical dietetics, community nutrition, food systems administration, and other areas of dietetics.

  • Experience

    • Texas Woman's University

      Mar 2012 - May 2014
      Student Assistant

      My responsibilities included: organized and managed physical therapy applications for incoming physical therapy classes as well as mail packages to the accepted physical therapy students. I set up advising appointments with students within the College of Health Sciences. In addition, I answered the phone and emails, filed papers, data entry, faxed papers, and projects with the Dean regarding faculty evaluations.

    • Victoria's Secret

      May 2012 - Aug 2013
      Cashier

      As a Victoria's Secret cashier, I performed cash/check/credit card transactions, returns, and online orders. In addition, I provided excellent customer services with responds to customers request, problems and complaints and/or directed customer to appropriate person for a specific issues that we could not resolve at my level.

    • NOBIDAN

      Jan 2014 - Jan 2015
      Student
    • Gulf Coast Center - Mental Health Services

      Oct 2014 - May 2015
      Program Clerk

      Performed general clerical duties; answered telephone, filing, preparing and receipting billing slips and payments, sorting mail and completing follow-ups.

    • UTMB

      Oct 2014 - Aug 2015

      Dietetic Intern/Master's Candidate at The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. The program develops core professional competencies for evidence-based dietetics practice in clinical, community and food service settings.General Clinical (240 hours)* Provided medical nutrition therapy to patients with a variety of health conditions. * Provided dietary consultation to patients and their families.Pediatric (120 hours)*Provided medical nutrition therapy to pediatrics with special needs and/or conditions.* Provided dietary consultation to patients and their families.Transplant (200 hours)*Provided medical nutrition therapy to pre/post transplant patients* Provided dietary consultation to patients and their families.Research (200 hours)*Assisted doctoral student in recruiting participants in research project focusing on prevalence of malnutrition and sarcopenia in elderly population.*Performed various test including gait speed, strength and food questionnaires to determine if sarcopenia and malnutrition were associated among elderly population. School Food Service (120 hours)* Participated in organizing school meal binders for the USDA's National School Lunch and Breakfast Program.*Participated in Quality Assurance Assessments of school's kitchens. Hospital Food Service (120 hours)*Participated in developing three-day menu *Participated in developing employee schedules *Participated in kitchen walk-through Show less

      • Dietetic Intern/Master's Candidate

        Jun 2014 - Aug 2015
      • Research Kitchen Technician

        Oct 2014 - Jan 2015
    • CHRISTUS Health

      Dec 2015 - May 2016
      Registered Dietitian - WIC

      Assessment of WIC participant's nutritional status, recommending nutritional changes or improvements to advance the participants growth and development. Responsible to conduct, monitor, and evaluate WIC Associate performance and compliance with WIC Policy and Procedures through QA/PI program that evaluates documentation, requirements, performance requirements and assessment of knowledge of job functions. Assesses the nutritional status of pregnant women with diabetes and or other high risk categories, such as morbid obesity, teen pregnancy, etc. Also provides consultation for WIC participants with special dietary needs, conduct breastfeeding education, and assesses WIC Associates' training needs through observation, record audit and as needed to identify training needs of Associates. Show less

    • Texas Department of Agriculture

      Jan 2017 - Jan 2018
      Program Specialist

      Assisted local school districts in San Antonio, Texas implement the new nutritional software, MENU Modules, provided by Texas Department of Agriculture. Assisted schools with troubleshooting, data entry for ingredients, recipes and menus, training and other technical assistance.

    • Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD

      Feb 2017 - Apr 2018
      Nutrition Coordinator-Dietitian

      Plan, develop, and implement new recipes that meet Federal, State and local guidelines. Provide menu solutions to increase meal participation and recommend ideas for promotions and marketing. Identifies food preparation best practices for Child Nutrition cafeteria staff. Plan, develop and implement nutrition education related to principles of food preparation, recipes and presentations. Maintain current knowledge of new food trends that appeal to students and incorporate these trends into food items that are compatible with school meal regulations. Coordinate events, collaborations with other departments and projects among the district to increase the awareness of the child nutrition program. Collect, organize, analyze and prepare reports based on meal participation to determine an action plan. Provided consultations to parents and students with special dietary needs as well as planned menus for special needs. Educate campus administrators through the development of an educational component to advocate healthy eating and nutrition guidelines. Participates in state and regional professional development opportunities. Maintain documentation of all child nutrition employees professional standards training. Acts a resource to district staff and parents on nutrition information. Provides leadership to ensure consistency and compliance with all policies and procedures. Show less

    • Compass Group USA

      Apr 2018 - Oct 2020
      Resident Dietitian
    • Houston Food Bank

      Oct 2020 - now
      Nutrition and Partnerships Senior Manager

      Manage all facets of partnerships and nutrition education/health promotion for Outreach Services within HFB, across the community and with partner organizations. The Senior Manager Nutrition& Partnerships will guide nutrition education and health promotion with HFB staff, partners and clients; Coordinate partner and site recruiting for Outreach programs; monitor community satisfaction for programming; utilize data to measure efficacy of programming, promotion and education efforts. Directly supervises the education manager and senior box coordinator. Works closely with other Outreach Services senior managers across programs providing leadership and strategy in all areas of partnership and education Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Registered Dietitian

      Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics