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Caitlynn Laster

@caitlynnlaster

Registered Dietitian focused on evidence-based diabetes education and clinical nutrition care.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a clinical nutrition role where I can deliver diabetes-focused nutrition education, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and grow patient outcomes through structured programs, clear communication, and strong charting and scheduling systems.

I’m a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, with dual licensure, committed to improving patient outcomes through clear, practical nutrition education. In my clinical roles, I assess patients, complete nutrition consults, and establish nutritional diagnosis and goals for inpatients and outpatients, supported by electronic charting in Cerner, Clinisys, and Meditech.

Recently, I’ve taken on Clinical Nutrition Manager/Diabetes Educator responsibilities, including planning the RD monthly schedule, preparing and evaluating inpatient menus, and coordinating education for individual and group diabetes programs. I’ve also supported a quarterly Diabetes Support Group, created patient education materials, and completed a research-focused project and publication: “The Truth about Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus: The Myths Exposed,” along with hands-on community nutrition program experience.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

HH
Current

Diabetes Program Coordinator/Dietitian

HHS/Tennova Healthcare Clarksville/Morrison Healthcare

Mar 2020 - Present (6 years 4 months)

Provided one-on-one nutrition education for inpatients and outpatients with diabetes and supported instructional nutrition classes. Completed outpatient billing and electronic charting and hosted quarterly diabetes support group activities.

HH
Current

Clinical Dietitian

HHS/Tennova Healthcare Clarksville/Morrison Healthcare

Oct 2018 - Present (7 years 9 months)

Assessed patients and completed nutrition consults by establishing nutritional diagnoses, goals, and calculating nutritional requirements for inpatient and outpatient needs. Completed charting using Cerner, collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, and provided orders for parenteral and enteral nutrition.

LH

Registered Dietitian Director of Dietary

Logan Memorial Hospital

Nov 2016 - Oct 2018 (1 year 11 months)

Managed dietary operations including supply ordering, menu design for the hospital cafeteria and adult daycare facility, and payroll monitoring. Approved invoices, completed employee in-services, and conducted patient tray audits while overseeing cafeteria payroll and labor tracking.

TG

Clinical Dietitian, PRN

The Medical Center at Bowling Green

Aug 2016 - Jan 2017 (5 months)

Provided nutrition consult support by assessing patients, establishing nutritional diagnoses and goals, and supplying enteral nutrition orders as needed. Covered RD needs when required, documented assessments and education in Meditech, and provided nutrition education to inpatients.

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Dietetic Intern

Western Kentucky University

Aug 2015 - May 2016 (9 months)

Completed dietetic internship clinical rotations including nutrition assessments and patient nutrition education across hospital and community settings. Observed dialysis workflows and supported documentation and nutrition planning activities during rotations.

TK

Den Counselor

The Center for Courageous Kids

Jun 2013 - Jun 2014 (1 year)

Provided nutrition education and supported nutrition consult activities, including carbohydrate counting education and documentation in MedHost. Assisted with daily camper needs and activities while supporting blood glucose and nutrition-related needs as required.

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Clinical Nutrition Manager/Diabetes Educator

Morrison Healthcare

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 6 months)

Planned and coordinated the RD monthly schedule, managed ordering of enteral supplies and oral nutrition supplements, and prepared the monthly RD productivity report. Conducted inpatient and outpatient diabetes education, completed outpatient billing charges, and supported hiring and nutrition content preparation for the inpatient menu.

CH

Medical Student Volunteer

Camp Hendon

Jul 2014 - Present (12 years)

Provided nutrition support for campers by monitoring blood glucose and helping with carbohydrate counting for meals and snacks. Supported nutrition-related needs such as providing snacks for hypoglycemic episodes and assisting with meal and snack preparation.

TK

Dining Hall Volunteer

The Center for Courageous Kids

Jun 2014 - Present (12 years 1 month)

Supported dining hall operations by assisting with meal preparation and serving, creating a cycle menu for patients, and handling setup and cleanup duties. Assisted with dishwashing and foodservice support tasks following meals.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

TE

Tennessee Board of Dietitians/Nutritionists Examiners

Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist, Dietitian Nutritionist

2018 -

Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist credential (start date shown as 10/02/2018) with the registration period listed as 1/31/2025 to 1/31/2027. Concentration in Nutrition and Dietetics is indicated.

CC

Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education (CBDCE)

Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), Diabetes Care and Education

2020 -

Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) credential, with the certification period listed as 9/15/2025 to 12/31/2030. Start date shown as 1/28/2020.

KN

Kentucky Board of Licensure and Certification for Dietitians and Nutritionists

Licensed Dietitian and Nutritionist (Dual Licensure), Dietitian Nutritionist

2016 -

Dual licensure as a Licensed Dietitian and Nutritionist (start date shown as 7/15/2016) with the registration period listed as 12/31/2025 to 12/31/2026.

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Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), Dietitian Nutritionist

2016 -

Current Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential, with the registration period listed as 9/30/2025 to 9/30/2026. Original credential start date shown as 6/9/2016.

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Western Kentucky University

Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management and Dietetics, Nutrition and Dietetics

2011 - 2014

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management and Dietetics. Completed a concentration in Nutrition and Dietetics and a minor in Nutritional and Food Chemistry.

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