Tara K.

Bartkoski
XXX Appleton Rd XXXXXXX, NY XXXXX

Phone: (719) 306-XXXX E-mail: bartkt@sage.edu

EDUCATION
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Nutrition Science
The Sage Colleges, Albany, NY
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences with Nutrition Emphasis, Minor in Anthropology
Ithaca College, Ithaca, NY

Expected May 2016

May 2014

HONORS/AWARDS/ CERTIFICTIONS
ServSafe, January 2015-Present
Deans List, Ithaca College
Gold Award, Girl Scouts
PROFESSIONAL DEVEOPMENT/MEMBERSHIPS
Member, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Member, Hudson Valley Dietetics Association
Presenter, James J. Whalen Academic Symposium, Ithaca College

Fall 2015-Present
Fall 2015-Present
April 2014

NUTRITION EXPERIENCE
Service Response Representative, Ellis Hospital- Schenectady, NY
November 2015- Present
Utilize the CompNutrition Software by entering patient meal selections and orders for tube feeds and
supplement nutrition
Collaborate with the dietitians and foodservice staff to ensure patients have the best food quality and diet for
their health and recovery
Shadow Dietitians and observe staff meetings
Volunteer, Pediatric Private Practice, Albany, NY
November 2015- Present
Shadow a pediatric dietitian
Complete nutrient analyses on blenderized tube feeding recipes created by patients and myself
Volunteer, Russell Sage College- Troy, NY
October 2015-Present
Work in conjunction with fellow students and faculty to represent the Nutrition Department by planning and
implementing a nutrition related table and educational materials for a community health fair
Collaborate with the Nursing Department, Student Life and the Nutrition Department
Volunteer, Cornell Cooperative Extension- Schenectady, NY
January 2015-Present
Work with nutrition educators to fulfill their duties for the Capital Region Eat Smart New York Grant
Gather data for the grant by attending local food pantries and associated coalition meetings, then compile the
data utilizing Microsoft Excel
Create survey questions and gather data on Ipads from pantry participants in collaboration with the County
Health Department, to develop ways to make food pantries healthier and more accessible
Research Assistant, Russell Sage College- Troy, NY
September 2015- November 2015
Gather data from the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics website about their
Dietetic Internship and Master of Science in Nutrition Programs
Record selected data utilizing Microsoft Excel in coordination with other students and facultys findings
Nutritionist, Sidney Albert Albany JCC- Albany, NY
June 2015-August 2015
Collaborated with a behavioral therapist, personal trainer and camp counselors to facilitate a healthy lifestyle
and environment for the Camp Courage participants
Planed and implemented interactive nutrition lessons for 12-18, 8-11 year old low income, obese children
Planted and managed a variety of vegetables and herbs in a camp garden in coordination with a Cornell
Cooperative Extension Horticulturist
Harvested and prepared healthy choices utilizing the Camp Courage garden
Volunteer, Double H Ranch- Lake Luzerne, NY
July 2015
Collaborated with a Dietitian and the camp nutrition specialist to check in campers with dietary concerns

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Conferred with individual campers and their guardians to learn more about their medical conditions, needs and
food behaviors
Inspected the kitchen for proper food safety protocols and capabilities for restricted diets
Cooking Instructor, Cooking for College Class- Ithaca College- Ithaca, NY
January 2014- May 2014
Utilized leadership skills to implement a productive and educational cooking class for 25 college students
Identified and planned a lesson curriculum with five other students that was relevant for the participants
Facilitated discussions and made myself a knowledgeable resource for questions participants had associated
with cooking, nutrition or meal planning on a budget
Cooking Instructor, Cooking Matters Program- Ithaca College, Ithaca, NY
January 2014- May 2014
Planed and implemented weekly lessons based off of the Share Our Strengths Cooking Matters Program for
low income individuals
Taught 11 participants basic cooking skills, nutrition concepts and meal planning strategies on a budget
Facilitated discussions about topics related to cooking and nutrition throughout the program
Student Nutrition Educator, Longview Extended Care Facility- Ithaca, NY
January 2014- April 2014
Performed nutritional assessments and guidance for participants of the Center for Life Skills program
Developed patient interaction skills and became familiar with conditions of the elderly such as diabetes
Utilized the SOAP note format to document my observations and advice
Intern, Cayuga Center for Healthy Living- Ithaca, NY
August 2013-January 2014
Shadowed Dietitians and healthcare providers in the outpatient setting
Practiced the Nutrition Care Process with the dietitians for patients with conditions including but not limited
to: bariatric surgery, diabetes, PCOS and weight loss
Constructed and revised handouts and Power Points on nutrition and healthy lifestyle topics
Intern, Golisano Childrens Hospital at Strong Memorial Hospital- Rochester, NY
May 2013-August 2013
Shadowed Dietitians in the Outpatient Pediatric Endocrinology and Pulmonary specialty clinics
Developed and revised handouts for staff to provide their patients with for additional information
Attended speakers and meetings at the hospital to further my knowledge of current health topics
Community Educator, Cornell Cooperative Extension- Ithaca, NY
April 2013- May 2013
Taught 8-10 children at a local elementary schools after-hours enrichment program
Utilized the Hunger Scholars Program to facilitate the importance of healthy fruits, vegetables, drinks and
balanced meals
Discussed issues of local and global hunger, poverty, obesity and personal positive nutritional status
Food Service Patient Representative, Rochester General Hospital - Rochester, NY
June 2011-August 2011
Supplied and explained menus to patients, clarified preferences for meals and reported requests to Diet Clerks
Performed rounds regarding food service and quality of meals
Shadowed inpatient Dietitians on all floors of the hospital during their daily routine
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Sales Associate, Hallmark Gold Crown and Effie and Isabels- Glenville, NY
October 2014- Present
Server, Control Tower Restaurant and Ice Cream- Latham, NY
March- August 2010, March 2015- August 2015
Childcare Provider, Multiple Families- Colorado and New York
June 2006- May 2014
Program Logistics Coordinator, Colleges Against Cancer Club- Ithaca, NY
August 2013-May 2014
Volunteer, Buddy Work-Out Program- Ithaca, NY
January 2013- March 2013
Volunteer, Habitat for Humanity Build- Winston Salem, NC
January 2013
Volunteer, Cayuga Ridge Extended Care Facility- Ithaca, NY
September 2012- December 2012
ACTIVITIES
Member, Nutrition Club, Russell Sage College
Member, Colleges Against Cancer Club, Ithaca College
Member, Nutrition Club, Ithaca College
Participant, Intramural Sports (volleyball, softball, soccer), Ithaca College

Fall 2014- Present

Fall 2011-May 2014
Fall 2013-May 2014
Fall 2010-May 2014

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SKILLS
Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Diet Analysis Plus Software
CompNutrition Software (EasyTouch and Hospitality Suite)