Heather Taylor, Ms, Rd, Ld, Cnsc
About Heather Taylor, Ms, Rd, Ld, Cnsc
Heather Taylor is a Nutrition Support Dietitian with extensive experience in clinical nutrition and fitness. She currently works at Option Care Health in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area and has held various roles in dietetics and fitness since 2011.
Work at Option Care Health
Heather Taylor has been employed at Option Care Health as a Nutrition Support Dietitian since 2018. In this role, she provides enteral feeding recommendations and manages referrals for patients. She collaborates with a multidisciplinary team, which includes physicians, pharmacists, dietitians, and nurses, to ensure high-quality patient care. Her responsibilities also encompass patient education and evaluation in the context of nutrition support.
Previous Experience in Nutrition and Fitness
Prior to her current position, Heather Taylor worked in various roles related to nutrition and fitness. She served as a Clinical Dietitian at Providence Hospital from 2017 to 2018, where she focused on patient nutrition. Before that, she was a Dietetic Intern at Missouri Baptist Medical Center in 2016. Additionally, she worked as a Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer at MizzouRec Services and Facilities from 2011 to 2014, and at the YMCA of the Inland Northwest from 2014 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Heather Taylor holds a Master of Science (MS) degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, and Exercise Physiology from Washington State University, which she completed from 2014 to 2016. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology from the University of Missouri-Columbia, graduating in 2014. Her educational background supports her expertise in nutrition support and dietetics.
Specialization in Total Parenteral Nutrition
Heather Taylor specializes in Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) management. Her responsibilities include lab review and TPN order writing, which are critical components of her role as a Nutrition Support Dietitian. This specialization allows her to provide comprehensive nutritional care to patients requiring advanced nutritional support.
Internship Experience
In addition to her professional roles, Heather Taylor gained valuable experience through internships. She completed an Exercise Physiology Internship at the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs in 2015. This internship, along with her Dietetic Internship at Missouri Baptist Medical Center, contributed to her practical knowledge in the field of dietetics and nutrition.