Rachel Lietka

Rachel Lietka is an Assistant Professor of Medical Nutrition in the College of Allied Health Professions at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), based on the Kearney Campus. She holds a Master of Medical Nutrition (MMN) and is a Registered Dietitian (RD), Licensed Medical Nutrition Therapist (LMNT), and Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC). Her professional roles include teaching master’s-level courses in the Medical Nutrition Program and new undergraduate Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) courses.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree from Kansas State University
• Master’s degree and dietetic internship from UNMC

Professional Experience:

• Prior role: Nutrition Therapist at Nebraska Medicine (full-time float dietitian)
• Most recent position: Clinical Dietitian at Kearney Regional Medical Center

Rachel’s academic focus integrates clinical expertise with education, emphasizing hands-on training for future healthcare professionals through interprofessional collaboration. Her work bridges patient care and academic instruction in medical nutrition therapy.