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Victoria Hedges

15929 Plains Road, Noblesville, IN 46062


Email: vahedges@outlook.com
Phone: 260.452.9905

Education
BALL STATE UNIVERSITY, Muncie, IN
Master of Science in Nutrition & Dietetics (May 2019 - Present)
Overall GPA: 4.000

BALL STATE UNIVERSITY, Muncie, IN


Bachelor of Science in Nutrition & Dietetics (January 2016 - May 2019)
Overall GPA: 3.906; Dean’s List all semesters

Dietetics & Nutrition Experiences


IU Health North Medical Center Bariatrics – Carmel, IN
Intern (November 2020– Present)
• Supported pre- and post-operation patients for a successful weight loss journey
• Interviewed and charted on patient progress toward weight goals as well as compliance toward diet recommendations

Eskenazi Health Clinical Nutrition – Indianapolis, IN


Intern (August 2020 – November 2020)
• Estimated enteral and parental nutrition recommendations as well as calorie and protein needs of patients
• Worked with an interdisciplinary healthcare team in providing appropriate nutritional interventions for patients
• Assessed patients’ nutritional risk through screening, a questionnaire, and nutrition-focused physical exam

Eskenazi Health Food and Nutrition Services – Indianapolis, IN


Intern (June 2020 – August 2020)
• Developed recipes for dining rotation service from recipe development to procurement to marketing to customers
• Learned foodservice workflow through shadowing and assisting foodservice staff members in all areas
• Proposed a new foodservice position through a feasibility study to managers and other leadership staff

American Dairy Association Indiana, Inc. – Indianapolis, IN


Intern (May 2020 – June 2020)
• Created nutrition based activities and games as well as recipes for a children’s digital book
• Led and created a virtual presentation on dairy education for a workshop presented by Indiana Farm Bureau
• Demoed and explained a craft tutorial for children during a segment of Indy with Kids

Healthy Lifestyle Center (HLC) – Muncie, IN


Graduate Assistant (May 2019 – May 2020)
• Worked amongst an interdisciplinary team of exercise science, IU medical students, audiology, social work, and counseling and
psychology students to improve the health and wellbeing of Delaware county citizens
• Provided general nutrition information and support for Delaware community members through client-focused consultations,
workshops, discussions, outreach events, and online posts
• Co-lead HLC’s participation in CDC’s National Diabetes Prevention Program

Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit– Indianapolis, IN


Formula Technician (May 2019 – April 2020)
• Read and interpreted nutrition orders through EMR
• Prepared and stored infant formula, mother’s breastmilk, and donor milk in adherence to sanitary regulations of the hospital
• Worked alongside nurses and dietitians in a hospital setting to provide nutritious feedings for infants in critical care
• Adhered to sanitary regulations and maintained clean environment to ensure safe feedings

Cardinal Kitchen – Muncie, IN


Volunteer (January 2019 – March 2019)
• Assisted in collecting, organizing, and distributing free food for impoverished Ball State and Muncie community
• Succeeded in ensuring the privacy of the individuals participating in the food pantry
College Mentors for Kids Project – Muncie, IN
Volunteer (January 2019 – March 2019)
• Partnered with College Mentors for Kids to plan and implement a nutritional lesson for 3rd and 4th grade students
o Nutritional lesson followed initiatives put forth by MyPlate from 2015 – 2020 Dietary Guidelines
o Students learned about nutrition through a guided activity and created a snack using an allergy friendly recipe

Ball State Dietetics Association (BSDA) – Muncie, IN


Volunteer (January 2016 – May 2019)
• Helped with multiple nutrition initiatives for the Ball State and Muncie community
o Educated the Ball State community about sugary beverages at an annual health fair
o Presented a nutrition education lesson for students of Burris Laboratory School
o Assisted university dietitian in creating and serving food samples of a new food item at a popular dining hall on-campus
o Provided nutrition education and healthy snacks to participants during a Muncie community charity drive

Ball State University Dining – Muncie, IN


Dining Dishwasher and Stock Clerk (August 2016 – December 2016)
• Utilized industrialized kitchen equipment when washing dishes and in other food stations
• Restocked items using both HACCP and FIFO methods
• Provided extra assistance when help was needed in other areas of the front and back of the dining hall

Teds Market – Fort Wayne, IN


Barista, Food Server, and Cashier (May 2016 – August 2016)
• Collected orders and ensured customers’ needs were met in an efficient and timely manner
• Processed payments and managed orders
• Maintained a clean environment by following ServSafe, HACCP, and store protocol

Additional Work Experience


Ball State Housing & Residence Life – Muncie, IN
Knotts/Edwards Resident Assistant (August 2017 – May 2019)
• Responsible for the well-being and safety of more than 400 residents within the residence hall
• Assisted and encouraged residents to achieve personal and academic goals
• Facilitated a positive, friendly community among 60 residents on a floor through programs and events

Ball State Recreation – Muncie, IN


Group Fitness Instructor (August 2016 – May 2017)
• Created and led fitness classes tailored to class attendees of cycling, core building, and body toning classes
• Provided and encouraged healthy lifestyle behaviors
• Motivated attendees to reach fitness goals through motivational sayings, achievable goals, and upbeat music playlists

Professional Organizations
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Student Member (February 2019 – Present)

Ball State Dietetics Association (BSDA) – Muncie, IN


Technology Chair and Member (January 2016 – May 2019)
• Updated social media posts with meeting times, volunteer opportunities, and other dietetics related events
• Initiated BSDA’s first YouTube channel and blog
o Organized, filmed, edited, and uploaded personally researched and developed nutritious recipe videos to YouTube
o Created a blog post for each recipe video that contained further recipe guidance and motivation for viewers

Certifications
✓ Red Cross CPR/AED Certification, March 2020
✓ Cardinal Career Link Intern Ready Certification, February 2019
✓ Social & Behavioral Research CITI Program Certificate, October 2018
✓ National Restaurant Association, ServSafe: Food Protection Manager Certification, May 2017
✓ Schwinn® Indoor Cycling Power Certification, March 2017

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