Salma Issifu
Accra
Summary
A committed, resourceful and ambitious person with knowledge in food science and nutrition. I possess a distinct set of skills and capabilities built over time within a robust academic and working space. I am hardworking, innovative, proactive, focused and exhibit strong managerial capabilities. I also possess outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with patients/clients/customers and co-workers.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Dietetic Intern
KORLE BU TEACHING HOSPITAL
Accra
07.2023 - Current
- Developed diets to meet nutritional requirements for people with special conditions.
- Helped individuals manage chronic illnesses with dietary management strategies.
- Evaluated unique nutrient and energy requirements for each patient based on BMI, lifestyle and individual medical issues.
- Performed full nutritional assessments.
- Educated patients, families and medical practitioners on nutrition.
- Guided individuals in food selection, preparation or menu planning based upon nutritional needs.
- Counseled pregnant women on nutritional requirements and suggestions for healthy diets.
- Calculated nutritional requirements to assess adequacy of diet and nutrition support.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Dietetic Intern
University of Ghana Medical Centre
Accra
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Served specific meals to patients with special dietary needs.
- Evaluated unique nutrient and energy requirements for each patient based on BMI, lifestyle and individual medical issues.
- Performed full nutritional assessments.
- Developed diets to meet nutritional requirements for people with special conditions.
- Guided individuals in food selection, preparation or menu planning based upon nutritional needs.
- Calculated nutritional requirements to assess adequacy of diet and nutrition support.
- Counseled pregnant women on nutritional requirements and suggestions for healthy diets.
Nutrition Officer(National Service)
WEIJA GBAWE MUNICIPAL HOSPITAL
Accra
09.2020 - 07.2021
- Calculated nutritional requirements to assess adequacy of diet and nutrition support.
- Analyzed clients' eating habits, outlined areas for improvement and developed goal plans with ideal life changes to support wellness.
- Provided care ranging from nutrition education to nutrition support for patients with variety of medical conditions.
- Created new recipes based on organic, local food sources and promoted low-fat and low-sodium diets.
- Recommended appropriate feeding schedules and methods to meet nutritional needs and abilities.
- Encouraged clients and caregivers to follow recommended food guidelines for well-balanced diets by giving suggestions of various wholesome foods and meals.
- Established healthful and therapeutic meal plans and menus for individuals with health conditions.
- Devised meal plans in line with patients' age, gender, diagnosis, cultural background and religious practices.
Shop Manager
H. MESUNA ENTERPRISE
Accra
06.2013 - 09.2020
- Solved problems and resolved conflicts for team members and customers
- Oversaw day-to-day store operations to foster efficient and profitable operations
- Addressed employee issues, performed corrective actions, and terminated employment when necessary
- Stocked and organized products in storage spaces and retail shelves
- Evaluated customer feedback and complaints to locate weaknesses and improve service
- Tracked store inventory and ordered new products to prevent shortages
- Scheduled maintenance and directed repairs on shop machinery and tools.
- Built customer confidence by actively listening to concerns and complaints and quickly resolving issues.
- Preserved product quality by maintaining stockrooms and disposing of damaged items.
Nutrition Intern
KORLE BU TEACHING HOSPITAL
Accra
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Calculated nutritional requirements to assess adequacy of diet and nutrition support.
- Recommended appropriate feeding schedules and methods to meet nutritional needs and abilities.
- Analyzed clients' eating habits, outlined areas for improvement and developed goal plans with ideal life changes to support w
- Met with clients to identify dietary needs by assessing health, exercise routine and food habits
- Clarified information to clients and explained effects of nutrients on overall health condition
- Conducted complete nutrition assessments to determine program eligibility
- Modified recipes to meet nutritional needs of clients
- Assessed nutritional needs, dietary restrictions, and current health plans to develop and implement nutritional counseling
- Proper record keeping of client.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Food Science
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA,LEGON
ACCRA,GHANA09.2021
Senior High School - General Science
ABURI GIRLS' SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
ABURI,GHANA10.2016
Skills
- Time Management
- Healthcare
- Food Handling Safety
- Food Preparation
- Nutrition Care Process
- Meal Planning
- Meal Preparation
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Food Safety
- Diet
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Organization
- Effective coaching skills
- Results oriented
- Food Science and Nutrition
- Excellent communication Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Collaboration and Team work
- Ability to Multitask
- Writing Skills
- Cultural Awareness
- Data Entry
- Teambuilding
Languages
English
First Language
Hobbies
- Working out.
- Cooking.
- Creating new recipes.
- Reading.
Final year project
- Dietary habits of University of Ghana athletes and its association with their nutritional status(BMI).
webinar
Provider - California Strawberry Commission.
Topic - Practical Applications of Culinary Medicine.
CPEUs Awarded - 1.00
Referees
Name- Fauziya Mohammed.
Profession- Registered Nutritionist
Work location- Weija Gbawe Municipal Hospital
Number - +233550186868
Email- n12.fauziya.fm@gmail.com
Name- Azumi Mesuna
Profession- Project Management Consultant.
Number - +233592155014
Email- samhah1980@gmail.com
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
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Sara Teasdale
Timeline
Dietetic Intern
KORLE BU TEACHING HOSPITAL
07.2023 - Current
Dietetic Intern
University of Ghana Medical Centre
05.2023 - 06.2023
Nutrition Officer(National Service)
WEIJA GBAWE MUNICIPAL HOSPITAL
09.2020 - 07.2021
Nutrition Intern
KORLE BU TEACHING HOSPITAL
06.2019 - 08.2019
Shop Manager
H. MESUNA ENTERPRISE
06.2013 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Food Science
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA,LEGON
Senior High School - General Science
ABURI GIRLS' SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
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