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Casey Colin, DCN, RDN, LDN, FAND

Casey Colin, DCN, RDN, LDN, FAND

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Assistant Professor ▪️ Director, Nutrition Undergraduate Programs ▪️ MAJ, US Army Reserve

  • Education

    • South Dakota State University

      2002 - 2007
      Bachelor of Science (BS) Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences - Dietetics Specialization

    • The University of South Dakota, Sanford School of Medicine

      2007 - 2008
      Dietetic Internship

    • University of North Florida

      2018 - 2021
      Doctor of Clinical Nutrition DCN

    • South Dakota State University

      2016 - 2018
      Master of Science - MS Dietetics

  • Experience

    • Army National Guard

      Jan 2001 - Oct 2012
      Second Lieutenant

      • Prior enlisted E1 -E5 Officer Candidate School Graduate (2010)• Served as a Platoon Leader in the 740th Transportation Company • Planned and executed eight convoy operations • Staff Intelligence Officer for the 881st Troop Command • Prepared and delivered daily intelligence briefings for the Battalion Commander• Supported troop operations by planning and executing training • Assisted subordinate units with battle readiness by educating Soldiers in nutrition

    • Sanford Health

      Aug 2007 - May 2008
      Dietetic Intern

    • Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center

      Jun 2008 - Dec 2008
      Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

      • Independently designed and conducted biweekly nutrition classes with 2-10+ participants.• Areas of focus varied, but centered around choosing healthier food and drink options and how to utilize and prepare healthy foods.• Led a cooking class to approximately 100 women at the 2008 Women Expo in Sioux Falls, SD.

    • U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

      Jan 2009 - Aug 2020

      • Utilized needs-assessment techniques to determine nutrition, exercise, and behavioral health interventions in both one-to-one and group class sessions of 2-20+ participants.• Focused patient education sessions around medical nutrition therapy for complex acute and chronic disease states including home enteral nutrition demonstration and instruction.• Served as Chair of the Educational and Professional Oversight national task force to coordinate and support projects associated with clinical nutrition and systems redesign.• Provided advanced-practice clinical nutrition guidance to interdisciplinary clinical staff resulting in improved patient outcomes.• Led clinical nutrition colleagues with progressive changes and updated research through regular peer-to-peer educational in-services to enhance evidence-based practice and elevate the dietetics profession amongst professional peers. Show less

      • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

        Jun 2014 - Aug 2020

      • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

        Jan 2009 - Jun 2014

    • Lettuce Talk, LLC

      Nov 2016 - Nov 2021
      Independent Business Owner

    • United States Army Reserve

      Aug 2018 - Feb 2021
      Captain - Platoon Leader

      • Responsible for the supervision, accountability, training, readiness, and care of 50 Soldiers as platoon leader. • Ensured evidence-based nutrition and exercise advice was available to support healthy body composition.• Developed and led grand rounds presentations on complex nutrition topics to groups of 50+ Soldiers.

    • University of North Florida

      Aug 2019 - now

      Director of the UNF Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) and the Community Nutrition and Food (CNF) Bachelor of Science concentrations.

      • Director, Nutrition and Dietetics Undergraduate Programs

        May 2023 - now

      • Assistant Professor

        Aug 2021 - now

      • Adjunct Professor

        Aug 2019 - Aug 2021

    • 75th U.S. Army Reserve Innovation Command

      Feb 2021 - Feb 2024
      Major - Innovation Analyst

    • United States Army Reserve

      Feb 2024 - now
      Major - IRR

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Licensed Nutritionist

      South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners
      Jun 2008
      View certificate certificate

    • Certified Nutrition Support Clinician

      National Board of Nutrition Support Clinicians
      Apr 2017
      View certificate certificate

    • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt

      U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
      Oct 2015

    • American College of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer

      American College of Sports Medicine
      Dec 2017
      View certificate certificate

    • Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

      Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
      Jul 2008
      View certificate certificate

    • BLS

      American Red Cross
      Aug 2022

    • Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist

      STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
      Aug 2021
      View certificate certificate

    • Facilitator - 5 Choices for Extraordinary Productivity

      FranklinCovey
      Aug 2013
      View certificate certificate

    • ServSafe

      National Restaurant Association
      Aug 2015

    • Certified Online Instructor

      UNF Center for Instruction & Research Technology - CIRT
      Apr 2022
      View certificate certificate

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Casey Colin, DCN, RDN, LDN, FAND
      2023-24 UNF BCH Excellence in Teaching Award University of North Florida, Brooks College of Health Apr 2024 Selection CriteriaSelection based on evidence of:- Teaching innovation(s)- Excellent student evaluations/other accomplishments- Influence on students
    • Awarded to Casey Colin, DCN, RDN, LDN, FAND
      Fellow of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Feb 2021 The Fellow of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (FAND) recognizes Academy members who have distinguished themselves among their colleagues, as well as in their communities, by their service to the dietetics profession and by optimizing the nation's health through food and nutrition.
    • Awarded to Casey Colin, DCN, RDN, LDN, FAND
      Bravo Award - May 2020 Nominated by a colleague for going above and beyond job requirements as a supportive team player and clinician.
    • Awarded to Casey Colin, DCN, RDN, LDN, FAND
      I Care Certificate of Excellence US Department of Veterans Affairs Oct 2017 "In recognition of your exhibition of the Core Value of Excellence striving for the highest quality and continuous improvement by being thoughtful and decisive in leadership, accountable for your actions, willing to admit mistakes, and rigorous in correcting them."
    • Awarded to Casey Colin, DCN, RDN, LDN, FAND
      I Care Certificate of Committment US Department of Veterans Affairs Apr 2017 "In recognition of your exhibition of the Core Value of Commitment working diligently to serve Veterans and other beneficiaries, driven by an earnest belief in VA's mission."
    • Awarded to Casey Colin, DCN, RDN, LDN, FAND
      STAR (Someone to Admire and Respect) Award - Dec 2013

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Nursery Volunteer

      Issued by Trace Church on Oct 2016
      Trace ChurchAssociated with Casey Colin, DCN, RDN, LDN, FAND

    • Nursery Volunteer

      Issued by Sunnyside Christian Church on Dec 2014
      Sunnyside Christian ChurchAssociated with Casey Colin, DCN, RDN, LDN, FAND