Danielle Gale

260 Aspinwall Ave., Apt. 1., Brookline, MA 02445

Daniigale@gmail.com

(508)-813-8686

EDUCATION
Simmons College, Boston, MA
Master of Science in Nutrition and Health Promotion, anticipated May 2017
GPA: 4.00
Thesis: Physicians perceptions of the registered dietitians role in the inpatient healthcare team, as it relates
to their knowledge base, level of competency, and ability to write nutrition-related orders
Grant Proposal: Wrote wellness program plan and grant proposal to improve the physical activity level and
wellbeing of patients in the outpatient waiting room at Shriners Hospital for ChildrenBoston
Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY
Bachelor of Science in Community Health; Minor in Psychology, May 2014
GPA: 3.94, summa cum laude
Honors and Awards: Provosts List, Presidential Scholarship, Eta Sigma Gamma Health Education Honor
Society, Phi Eta Sigma Academic Honor Society

NUTRITION EXPERIENCE
Project Bread, Boston, MA
April 2016-September 2016
Nutrition Intern
Utilized NutriKids nutrient analysis software to ensure compliance for USDA reimbursement in the Chefs in Schools
initiative
Conducted weekly healthy cooking demonstrations alongside professional chef to classes of up to 20 participants at the
Boston Public Market
Boston Childrens Hospital, Boston, MA
Formula Technician
June 2015-September 2016
Documented and prepared all formula requests from the clinical nutrition team
Used scale calibration to accurately measure concentrated liquids, sterilized water, and elemental, semi-elemental, and
polymeric formulas
Distributed prepared formulas to patient units efficiently, using test bottles for temperature monitoring
Implement safety protocols for documentation and preparation of high-risk metabolic formulas
Facilitated communication between dietitians and other clinicians as department liaison
Enhanced the accuracy of formula production by advocating for and implementing distraction-free milk production hours
with the clinical nutrition team
Foodservice Assistant
June 2014-September 2016
Delivered meal trays and supplements, and verified special diet orders to patients within inpatient units
Participated in quality improvement measures by ensuring patient meals were safe, accurate, and of high quality,
communicating any mistakes back to the tray line and patient services supervisor
Share Our Strengths - Cooking Matters, Jamaica Plain, MA
May 2016-June 2016
Nutrition Volunteer
Guided children, aged 6-14, and their guardians in the preparation of nutritious, affordable, and culturally sensitive meals
Conducted weekly nutrition lessons to educate families on the importance and feasibility of healthy eating
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, MA
January 2016-May 2016
Inpatient Diet Educator- Clinical Dietetics Course Fieldwork
Reviewed medical records and conducted interviews to retrieve patients medical and dietary history
Utilized the cardiac diet as a framework to educate patients and to generate patient-centered dietary goals for implementation
upon hospital discharge
Performed nutrient analyses from diet history using ESHA Food Processor and documented notes using ADIME format

Danielle Gale
260 Aspinwall Ave., Apt. 1., Brookline, MA 02445

Daniigale@gmail.com

(508)-813-8686

Forest Hills Wellness, Forest Hills, NY
Nutrition Intern
September 2016-December 2013
Gathered and analyzed client dietary history information prior to appointments
Scheduled initial and follow up appointments and filed insurance claims for reimbursement
Designed marketing materials and created gluten-free recipes for the allergy option on the Meals4me mobile application
MetroWest Medical Center, Framingham, MA
May 2013-July 2013
Nutrition Intern
Observed outpatient nutrition visits and reviewed clinical notes between the registered dietitian and patients primary care
physicians
Researched and developed nutrition handouts for patients with special dietary requirements such as celiac disease

LEADERSHIP
Simmons College, Department of Nutrition, Boston, MA
Graduate Assistant
September 2016-present
Participate in dietetic internship quality improvement and evaluation tasks, such as editing the Program Assessment Review
for the continued accreditation by ACEND
Perform literature reviews, as well as write and edit pending research manuscripts with DI Program Director
Plan, implement, and evaluate in-class learning activities to bring awareness to first year college students about nutrition
topics including local produce, food trends, and food culture
Correct and grade assignments and exams for undergraduate and graduate students, and dietetic interns
College Tutorial Services, Simmons College, Boston, MA
Peer Tutor, DPD
January 2016-present
Conduct group study sessions and one-on-one tutoring for DPD students enrolled in the successive courses, Medical
Nutrition Therapy and Nutrient Metabolism, to teach and help them build a strong foundation in preparation for the clinical
nutrition setting
Alpha Phi International, Theta Mu chapter, Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY
Director of Philanthropy
January 2012-January 2014
Organized philanthropic events for womens cardiac care, such as the Hoops for Heart tournament and the Red Dress Gala
Requested and received donations from major corporations via cold calls for the Red Dress Gala events 50/50 raffle and
silent auction
Led sisterhood fundraising and participation at the Walk for Breast Cancer and Relay for Life events

SKILLS

Spanish - written and verbal proficiency

Nutrient analysis ESHA Food Processor; NutriKids

CERTIFICATIONS

Adult, child, and infant CPR and AED, American Red Cross
MA Food Allergen, Berkshire AHEC
OSHA
HACCP
ServSafe

September 2016
July 2015
February 2015
October 2014
October 2014