MICHAEL B.

BOOTH

6515 Belcrest Rd. Apt. 215D Hyattsville, MD 20782

telephone: 323-605-8098 [cellular] e-mail: michaelbenjaminbooth@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE To secure a position that will allow me to combine my strong clinical and
interpersonal skills, along with my passion for the field of community health
and wellness.
EDUCATION HOWARD UNIVERISTY (HU), Washington, DC
College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences (CNAHS)
Major: Nutritional Science, Dietetics Concentration (in progress) B. S.: May
5, 2016
Awards/Scholarships: Southern California Conference Certificate of
Achievement (May 2014)
RYSE Leadership Award (March 2015)
CNAHS Deans Honor Roll
Activities: Mr. CNAHS, Chief Ambassador (2014 2015)
Howard University Dietetics Club, Vice President
Howard University Gospel Choir, Bass/Baritone Section Leader (January
2012 present)
HU Welcome Center, Student Ambassador (September 2012 present)
SKILLS

Competent in performing a full physical assessment Trained in the insertion

of the Nasogastric (NG) Tube Extensive experience in weight loss counseling
Menu Planning

EXPERIENCE
April 2015 - UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, Washington, D.C.
Present
Food Safety and Inspection Service Intern
Effectively relayed new findings, ideas, and concepts to Labeling and
Program Delivery Staff to aid the development of new policies
Reviewed and participated in the evaluation of meat and poultry product
labels for compliance with FSIS regulations (i.e. nutrient content claims,
health claims)
Self-managed research and review of proposed bills to require mandatory
date labeling, and labeling of genetically engineered foods
January 2016- HOLY CROSS HOSPITAL, Silver Spring, MD
April 2016
Dietetic/Foodservice Intern
Provided high quality clinical documentation using the Nutrition Care
Process (NCP)
Proficient at conducting nutrition screening to identify patients with high
nutrition risk
Initiated effective and appropriate nutrition interventions following
evidenced based information to co-support medical treatment (i.e. 2015
ASPEN/SCCM Critical Care Guidelines, AND Nutrition Care Manual)
Adept in the diagnosis of malnutrition according to ASPEN/AND guidelines
and criteria
Built rapport with patients, provided thorough education, and created
realistic goals that translate to improved nutritional status while inpatient
as well as post discharge
Effectively communicated goals of care with members of the
interdisciplinary team, and advocated for each patients nutritional needs
Conducted insightful presentations for other disciplines on new research
and protocols within the field of nutrition

October 2015December 2015

FUTURE CARE HEALTH, Clinton, MD

Dietetic Intern
Worked with RD to assess nutritional status and provide interventions for
dialysis and ventilator residents using the nutrition care process
Exemplary communication skills during care plans ensuring needs of family
and residents were met
Relayed the most up to date nutrition therapy practices with the medical
team

April 2015VETERANS AFFAIRS MEDICAL CENTER, Washington, DC

August 2015 Foodservice/Dietetic Intern
Ensure exceptional clinical care for the residents in accordance with the
standards of excellence; address nutritional needs of the nursing home
residents and assisted RD in meeting nutritional needs using the nutrition
care process
Ensured kitchen maintained quality standards in cleanliness, accuracy, and
productivity.
Coordinated Thirsty Thursdays, an event for residents promoting
adequate hydration
COMMUNITY SERVICE/VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
October 2015 HOWARD UNIVERSITY (HU) SNAP CHALLENGE, Washington, DC
Coordinator
Organized activities that encouraged members of the HU Community to
experience life experiences of low-income Americans who live on the
average daily allowance of $4.15 in recognition of Hunger Action Month
Developed marketing materials and conducted a successful social media
campaign to bring awareness to the program
March 2014
CAPITAL AREA FOOD BANK, Washington, DC
June 2014
Certified Health Ambassador
Conduct demonstrations in conjunction with Thrive DC and other
distribution centers; had one-on-one discussions with site chefs and
culinary arts teams to explore healthier eating suggestions and helped
them establish ideal nutritional goals for their clientele
Summer 2013
JEOPARDY
GANG
INTERVENTION
PROGRAM, Los
Angeles, CA
Present
Mentor
Serve as a mentor to elementary and high school level students; support
the programs main initiatives of improving the academic success, boost the
self-esteem and decrease the risk of gang involvement; Collaborated with
community members, neighborhood schools and the LAPD
Summer 2013
INNER CITY YOUTH ORCHESTRA MUSIC and LITERACY
ACADEMY, Los Angeles, CA
Present
Instructor

Conduct clinics with elementary school students from low-income homes to

develop their musical abilities on their respective instruments and on music
theory; Prepare them to be able to perform at an advanced level in a
professional orchestral environment