Courtney E.

Merlo, RD
Address: 773 Panorama, Rochester Hills, MI 48306 - Phone: (248) 766-9706 - Email: CourtneyMerlo21@gmail.com
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
Clemson University – Clemson, SC
August 2011 - August 2015 – B.S., Food Science: Nutrition & Dietetics (Major), Chemistry (Minor)
Honors: Presidents List (2015), Clemson Athletic Scholarship recipient (2012-2013), Clemson Academic Recruiting Scholarship recipient (2011-15)
Henry Ford Hospital – Detroit, MI
October 2016 - July 2017 – Dietetic Internship
Registered Dietitian – September 2017
First Aid/CPR – June 2015
Stop the Bleed – April 2017
WORK EXPERIENCE
Clinical Dietitian – Kindred Hospice – Contingent November 2017 – Present

 Provide nutritional support services to patients and caregivers in the home and serve as a resource and/or consultant to the interdisciplinary team.
 Complete nutritional assessments of patients in home or in facility.
 Provide counseling and education to patient and/or caregiver regarding nutrition and dietary management at end of life.
 Familiar with hospice philosophy and Medicare regulatory guidelines.

Clinical Dietitian – TouchPoint Support Services - St. John Macomb-Oakland Hospital - Contingent October 2017 – Present

 Assess, recommend, and implement comprehensive and specialized nutritional interventions for patients with complex treatment and diagnostic needs.
 Perform nutrition assessment including nutrition-focused physical exam, identification and documentation of malnutrition.
 Educate patient and family on appropriate nutrition therapy and how to measure the effectiveness of the required changes upon discharge.
 Serve as a consultant to the interdisciplinary team concerning patient plan of care, established practices, policies and procedures.
 Proficient in Cerner eCare electronic medical record documentation.

Performance Dietitian – Detroit Lions Cheerleaders - PRN July 2016 – Present

 Administer comprehensive, sport specific, individualized, nutrition counseling sessions focusing on areas of improvement individual to each athlete.
 Serve as a contact and liaison between members and the coaching staff to ensure the team is meeting designated nutrition goals throughout the season.
 Interview with the media as the team nutrition expert and serve as a nutrition expert in the community.
 Coordinate menu design and establish a performance nutrition regimen for both workouts and game days.
 Prepare and present various education programs and seminars on nutritional topics.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE

Research Assistant – The Effect of Folic Acid on DNA Replication
January 2018 – Present
 Perform laboratory experiments utilizing standard techniques and
equipment.
 Aid in genomic DNA extraction, cell counting, RNA extraction,
quantifying DNA, and spectroscopy analysis.
 Process, organize and summarize data, report experiment results using
a variety of scientific, word processing, spreadsheet or statistical
software applications or program platforms.
 Perform related laboratory maintenance such as maintaining and
cleaning equipment and ordering supplies.
 Familiar with IRB review of project.
Detroit Lions Cheerleader July 2016 – Present
 Perform at Ford Field for all Detroit Lions Home Games and lead fans
with enthusiasm to create an exciting game day atmosphere.
 Act as team ambassadors and role models to the community through
excellent performance on-field and off-field appearances throughout
Michigan at community events.
 Maintain excellent physical condition and continuously expand
mastery of different dance styles.
 Rehearse three days per week in addition to game days, as well as
attend any outside appearances, pre-season training sessions, business
seminars, and photo shoots.
 Able to professionally speak with the media and public and
appropriately represent the organization.
Dietetic Internship – Henry Ford Hospital October 2016 – July 2017
 Performed assessments and developed nutrition care plans and goals
for patients in a wide variety of inpatient medical units including
Pediatrics (at Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Detroit) Internal
Medicine, Oncology/Hematology, Cardiology, Nephrology, Surgical
Step-Down, Neurology, Critical Care, and in outpatient units; Diabetes
Care Centers, Dialysis Unit, Weight Management, Bariatric Surgery,
and Sports Nutrition.
 Independently managed a general neurology/neurosurgery and
neurology/stroke step-down unit as an entry-level dietitian for 5 weeks.
 Completed elective experiences with the Nutrition Support Team and
in professional sports dietetics.
Clemson Sports Nutrition Department January 2015 – May 2015
 Stocked and distributed NCAA-compliant food and/or supplements to
student-athletes.
 Assisted in conducting nutrition assessments and in the development of
educational materials.
 Kept food record entry logs and conducted intake analysis and meal
planning and design.
 Contributed posts to social media and participated in nutrition
education presentations and student-athlete education.
 Completed administrative tasks and assisted in conducting performance
nutrition literature reviews.

OTHER EXPERIENCE
 Volunteer – Children’s Hospital of Michigan January 2018 – Present
 Research Assistant – Development of a New Dairy Product August 2014 – May 2015
 Research Assistant – Diabetes Education Program Development January 2014 – May 2014
 Research Assistant – Nutrition Programs in Elementary Schools August 2013 – December 2013

REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST