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Ryan Zuber

Memphis

Summary

Dedicated Public and Community Health Advocate with over a decade of experience in home health, preventative care, and emergency care. Licensed Health Care Professional and Certified Nutritionist specializing in therapeutic, holistic, and lifestyle nutrition. Owner of Your Favorite Nutritionist LLC, recognized for integrating alternative approaches into modern nutrition and healthcare. Expertise in reshaping nutritional lifestyles through innovative health strategies.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Dietary Nutritionist

Cigna
05.2020 - Current
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams and organizations to integrate nutrition interventions into overall patient care plans.
  • Analyzed data from client progress reports to refine nutrition programs and enhance effectiveness.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of patient nutritional needs through detailed consultations.
  • Led workshops focusing on nutrition education, engaging community members in healthy lifestyle practices.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.

Airport Special Rescue Fireman

Memphis Fire Department
01.2020 - Current
  • Executed efficient fire suppression and rescue operations during emergency calls.
  • Ensured operational readiness by conducting routine inspections of firefighting equipment.
  • Enhanced response times through team collaboration during drills and training exercises.
  • Guided junior firefighters in safety protocols and operational procedures effectively.
  • Developed advanced training programs focusing on firefighting techniques and safety measures.
  • Identified trends from incident reports to improve departmental strategies and responses.

Tennessee Task Force 1 Urban Search & Rescue

FEMA
01.2017 - Current
  • Ensured regulatory compliance through thorough hazardous materials assessments.
  • Identified root causes in incidents, implementing corrective actions for safety enhancements.
  • Developed comprehensive emergency plans for hazardous material incidents, ensuring effective responses.
  • Provided critical crisis intervention support for individuals facing emotional distress.

Special Operations Rescue Firefighter

Memphis Fire Department
04.2015 - Current
  • Enhanced emergency response effectiveness by executing lifesaving procedures during calls.
  • Reduced property damage through strategic collaboration with fellow firefighters during operations.
  • Mentored new firefighters, promoting teamwork and professionalism within the department.
  • Assessed emergency situations to implement effective life-saving and property protection methods.
  • Facilitated successful multi-agency operations by collaborating with law enforcement and paramedics.
  • Conducted fire safety presentations, educating the community on prevention practices.

Education

Associate of Applied Science -

Southwest Tennessee Community College
Memphis, TN
01-2013

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences

Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR
05-2020

State License - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Southwest Tennessee Community College
Memphis, TN
05-2015

Skills

  • Nutrition counseling
  • Public & Community health
  • Referral coordination
  • Integrative health
  • Clinical nutrition
  • Program development

Affiliations

  • He currently holds contracts and currently partners with organizations to curate Nutritional Science and Corporate Wellness programs for companies such as Cigna, Memphis Shelby County Schools, St Jude/ALSAC, Methodist University, MLGW, University of Memphis, Memphis Park Commission, Shelby County Government, Memphis Transit Authority, Black Seed Urban Farms, OUT Memphis, Dyers County Health Department and more.
  • He is also a former Foundation Scholarship Alumni President for Southwest Tennessee Community College. He is a living kidney transplant donor himself and humanitarian, he is an advocate for institutions such as the National Kidney Foundation, Methodist University Hospital Transplant Institute, Methodist Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center and is a professional member of the National Kidney Transplant Foundation.
  • He is also a member of the Memphis Fire Department, he serves proudly as Special Operations Rescue Team Member, Air Rescue Firefighter for Memphis and the (FAA) Federal Aviation Administration, TNTF1-Tennessee Task Force and FEMA’s Urban Search Rescue Team.

Timeline

Dietary Nutritionist

Cigna
05.2020 - Current

Airport Special Rescue Fireman

Memphis Fire Department
01.2020 - Current

Tennessee Task Force 1 Urban Search & Rescue

FEMA
01.2017 - Current

Special Operations Rescue Firefighter

Memphis Fire Department
04.2015 - Current

Associate of Applied Science -

Southwest Tennessee Community College

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences

Arkansas State University

State License - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Southwest Tennessee Community College
Ryan Zuber