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Work History
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Tricia Giam Hui Xuan

Dietician

Summary

I am a passionate Dietetics and Nutrition graduate from the Singapore Institute of Technology, seeking opportunities to work in the public health sector. As a determined and dedicated Dietitian, I am committed to delivering the best care for each of my patients. I can work well independently, as well as in collaborative team settings. I am self-motivated in learning and adaptable to diverse settings, as demonstrated by my previous work and internship experiences.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Dietician

The National Kidney Foundation Singapore
06.2024 - Current

• Conducted comprehensive nutrition assessment and provided Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to haemodialysis patients at various dialysis centres in Singapore

• Conducted journal club sharing during department meeting

• Created education material for haemodialysis patients & their caregivers

• Took part in planning and/or supporting of departmental activities as well as nutritional projects

Dietetics Intern

Outram Community Hospital
07.2023 - 11.2023

• Supervised clinical training (Clinical Placement 1 and 2)

• Case study presentations on cancer, chronic kidney disease, and Parkinson’s disease

Dietetics Intern

KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital
05.2023 - 06.2023

(Community Placement)

• Nutrition health program planning – Nutrition in childhood cancer survivors (CCS)

• Observation of community dietetics – Toddler feeding workshop

• Build up nutrition capacity – Conducted nutrition talk on ‘Rebooting healthy eating habits among schooling children’ for parents of CCS

Dietetic Intern

Tan Tock Seng Hospital
05.2022 - 06.2022

(Food Service Placement)

• Explored and evaluated the hospital's food service system

• Performed menu assessment

• Developed recipe for Vegetarian menu

Dietetic Technician

Tan Tock Seng Hospital
09.2018 - 08.2020

• Assisted in the nutritional management of patients referred to the Nutrition & Dietetics department under the supervision of the Dietitians

• Assisted the Dietitians in gathering pertinent information for nutritional assessment, communicating accurate basic food and nutrition information, and reviewing less complex patients in the inpatient setting

• Participated in nutrition-related community activities

Student Intern

Tan Tock Seng Hospital
09.2017 - 12.2017

• Conducted Final Year Project on Nutrition Management in Elderly

• Performed revision of intake & output chart

• Developed malnutrition toolkit

Education

Bachelor of Science (Hons) Dietetics And Nutrition -

Singapore Institute of Technology
09.2020 - 05.2024

Diploma in Nutrition, Health And Wellness -

Singapore Polytechnic
07.2015 - 05.2018

Skills

Dietary and Nutrition assessment, analysis and recommendations based on medical nutrition therapy principles, evidence-based practice and latest research for a variety of patient types with different medical conditions (oncology, Parkinson's, kidney disease, diabetes)

Meal planning, supplement recommendations and dietary education/counseling for patients in acute and community settings

Public health promotion

Good written and verbal communication

Able to collaborate interdisciplinary with good interpersonal skills

Taste testing and recipe/menu development (vegetarian diet)

Good time management, able to multitask

Adaptable and flexible

Analytical thinking and Problem-solving skills

Detail oriented and meticulous

Able to listen actively to facilitate and maximise teamwork and collaboration

Accomplishments

Certificate of Completion in Renal Dialysis Management (Jun-Aug 2024)


Community Care Manpower Development Award (2022)


Completed Levels 1 and 2 for Sign Language Course conducted by Singapore Institute of Technology Sign Language Club (2020/21)


Filos Nutrition Education, Educator (Mar-6 May 2021)


Presenter at World Cancer Day @ SIT Dietetics and Nutrition (Jan-Feb 2021)


Certificate of Accomplishment for Basic Hokkien (Inksmith, 2019)


Church Youth Camp, Food & Welfare (F&W) camp committee, Head (2019)


Class Vice Chairperson (2016-2017)


Trainer for Hula Hoop Exercise Programme @ Yio Chu Kang Community Centre (2016)


Secretary of FNN Student Chapter (Food & Nutrition Executive Committee, 2015-2016)


Certificate of Achievement, Leap Foundation (2016)


Edusave Good Progress Award (2014)

Additional Information

Activities and Interests


Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) Open House (Jan 2024)

• Student helper


National Library Board (NLB) Health Talks (Aug 2022)

• Volunteer speaker


SIT Project IncluSGive x MINDS Me Too! Club (Apr-Dec 2022)

• Project volunteer


Filos Nutrition Education, Educator (Mar-6 May 2021)

• Researched, planned and prepared relevant educational content

• Taught nutritional knowledge to seniors at Filos


Presenter at World Cancer Day @ SIT Dietetics and Nutrition (Jan-Feb 2021)

• Performed and compiled relevant research

• Designed informative and educational infographics based on research material

• Presented material during event to attendees


MBTI Workshop (4-5 May 2021)

• Participant


SIT Inline Skating Club (2020/21)

• Member


Church Choir (2013-2020)

• Member


Church Youth Camp (2017-2019)

• Worship and Food & Welfare (F&W) camp committee (2017)

• F&W camp committee (2018)
• F&W Committee Head (2019)


Class Vice Chairperson (2016-2017)

• Collaborated with the Lecturers

• Assisted the Chairperson in management of class-related matters

• Planned Class bonding events


Trainer, Hula Hoop Exercise Programme @ Yio Chu Kang Community Centre (2016)

• Taught hula hoop exercises to members of the community


Secretary of FNN Student Chapter (Food & Nutrition Executive Committee, 2015-2016)

• Handled Club’s administrative matters

• Took meeting minutes

• Planned club events


Volunteer at Urgent Run (2015)

• Facilitated race pack collection prior to race day


Project Pay It Forward Community Service @Kampong Glam Community Club (2015)

• Taught members of the community how to identify Healthier Choice Symbols (HCS)


Pasir Ris Secondary School Chinese Orchestra (2011-2014)

• Member



Timeline

Dietician

The National Kidney Foundation Singapore
06.2024 - Current

Dietetics Intern

Outram Community Hospital
07.2023 - 11.2023

Dietetics Intern

KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital
05.2023 - 06.2023

Dietetic Intern

Tan Tock Seng Hospital
05.2022 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Science (Hons) Dietetics And Nutrition -

Singapore Institute of Technology
09.2020 - 05.2024

Dietetic Technician

Tan Tock Seng Hospital
09.2018 - 08.2020

Student Intern

Tan Tock Seng Hospital
09.2017 - 12.2017

Diploma in Nutrition, Health And Wellness -

Singapore Polytechnic
07.2015 - 05.2018
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