VERONICA CHOCRON, MS

_WORK EXPERIENCE_________________________________________________________
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Sodexo Mid-Atlantic Dietetic Internship. Wellness Dietetic Intern
Sept.2014-June
2015
- Developed, implemented, and monitored the nutritional care plans for 12 complex patients (0-100 years of age)
per day in a 370-bed, high-paced, acute care hospital (The George Washington University Hospital).
- Reviewed and analyzed technical facts and data to disseminate scientific information related to situations
and trends in diet and physical activity for specialized populations.
- Provided technical cooperation for child and adult nutrition and physical activity programs.
- Attended medical rounds and clearly communicated with healthcare team to optimize patient recovery and outcomes.
- Collaborated in the preparation, implementation and project launch of Communities for Health by Sodexo.
The Virginia Hospital Center. Nutrition and Wellness Contractor
May 2014-Present
- Preparing and implementing nutrition and wellness programs and educating participants on health management.
- Developing and maintaining excellent client relationships to provide continued nutritional services.
FDA, Office of International Programs, MD. Biological Sciences Trainee
2014
- Prepared progress reports, periodic analytical reports, and briefings for higher level supervisors.
- Generated action plan outlines for special projects for Overseas Operations.
- Prepared briefings and responded to requests from temporary deployment officials.
- Organized data and entered information into secured databases.

July-Sept.

MDC-PS Department of Food and Nutrition, FL. Nutrition and Wellness Coordinator
Jan.-May 2014
- Collaborated in the preparation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Head Start Services.
- Discussed plans and programs, norms and guidelines on healthy diet and physical activity and translated
documents into Spanish.
- Developed, defined and established the objectives and plans for diet and physical activity for Head Start.
- Assessed the nutrition status of Head Start participants and provided appropriate nutrition interventions.
- Reviewed proposed legislation and agency directives and decisions to better serve program participants.
Coventry Healthcare, an Aetna Company, FL. Nutrition and Wellness Coordinator
Nov. 2013-June 2014
- Identified accounts interested in corporate wellness and initiated program plans for clients.
- Educated diverse groups of people and considered the subject matter expert in nutrition, physical activity and chronic
disease risk management.
- Researched nutrition topics and created presentations based on clients' requests.
Florida Heart Research Institute. Health Screener & Nutrition Educator
Feb. 2013-May
2014
- Provided technical cooperation to promote the development of primary care interventions for healthy diet and
physical activity at the local level.
- Used specialized equipment to retrieve blood samples, blood pressure (BP) and Body Mass Index (BMI)
during community and corporate wellness events.
- Educated participants with abnormal glucose, cholesterol, body mass index and blood pressure
(English/Spanish/French) on suitable nutrition and physical activity modifications.
- Identified research priorities and promoted epidemiological, behavioral and management studies in priority
areas.
LA Fitness Signature Club, FL. Master Certified Personal Trainer
- Designed individualized exercise prescriptions for persons 15-65 years.
- Educated clients on physical activity and diet based on relevant sports nutrition literature.
- Performed interval fitness assessments to monitor and motivate clients to achieve goals.

Dec. 2011-Feb. 2013

Risk Management Department of Gainesville, FL. Intern

Jan.-June 2011
- Organized, monitored and evaluated physical activity and nutrition programs designed for employees.
- Collected, analyzed, and reviewed data for risk management programs.
- Strategized preventative action plans to reduce obesity among youth in Alachua County.
UF Diabetes Center for Excellence, FL. Assistant for Kathryn Parker, RD
- Educated community members on blood glucose levels, A1C and diabetes management.
- Called and registered clients for wellness screenings.
- Researched literature on diabetes and revised presentations for Diabetes Alert Conference 2011.

Jan.-June 2011

_EDUCATION_____________________________________________________
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Florida International University, Robert Stempel College of Public Health and Social Work
Dec. 2013
- Master of Science in Dietetics and Nutrition
- Defense of Masters Thesis: Investigator of a quantitative research study (n=500) to determine the daily amount
(fl. oz.) and caloric intake (kcals) of sugar-sweetened beverages consumed by university students.
University of Florida, College of Health and Human Performance
- Bachelor of Science in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology
- Specialization in Fitness and Wellness
- 100% Bright Futures Scholarship, Cum Laude

Apr. 2011

_PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & AWARDS________________________

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Registered Dietitian
Intended June 2015
Masters Thesis, Florida International University
Oct. 2013
- Investigator of a quantitative research study (n=500) to determine the daily amount (fl. oz.) and caloric
intake (kcals) of sugar-sweetened beverages consumed by university students.
AAAI/ISMA, Master Personal Training
2011-Present
First Aid, CPR/AED
2007-Present
ServSafe Food Handler
2013
CITI Certificate for Human Subjects Research
2012
_PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS & EXTRACURRICULARS_____________________
D.C. Metro Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Intern Representative
-Organizing the Student Poster Exhibition for the 2015 Annual Meeting.
-Acting as the liaison between interns and the dietetics community.

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June 2014-Present

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Member

- Researching literature and current events in nutrition and dietetics.
- Networking and discussing global nutrition with other dietetic professionals.
South Beach Food and Wine Festival, Student Chef
- Assisted head chef to prepare fine dining meals for over 300 guests.
- Administered and oversaw safe food handling practices.
Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority, Service Chair & Member
- Helped fundraise thousands of dollars for 12 philanthropic events to benefit various national
non-profit organizations.
_RELEVANT SKILLS_______________________________________________________________
Language, English (native), French (native), Spanish (intermediate).
International Travel, France, Italy, Spain, Croatia, Greece, Middle East, Canada, Mexico.

2013-Present

Feb. 2013

2007-2011

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Computer, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, SPSS, QuickBooks, Cerner, ChildPlus.