Annabelle Garcia
Mesa,USA
Summary
Passionate Community Health Educator with significant experience in designing and implementing health education programs. Strengths include the ability to engage diverse populations, communicate complex health information clearly, and facilitate behavior change through innovative techniques. Previous work has driven improvements in community wellness, promoted healthier lifestyles, and reduced health disparities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Community Health Educator/Community Liaison
TAKEDA PHARMACEUTICALS
Boston, MA
01.2014 - Current
- Provide support and expertise to internal and external customers by providing bilingual (Spanish) Hemophilia-related healthcare education to Spanish speaking patients, families, and the bleeding disorders community for the multi-state region which includes Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Utah and the Pacific Northwest.
- Plan, develop, implement, and conduct Spanish language educational seminars and training programs that follow cultural and health literacy principles.
- Serve as a primary Spanish Language educator and consultant regarding the appropriate use of the company’s products and services to achieve business results.
- Executed community outreach to patients, families, and bleeding disorder communities to raise awareness of Hemophilia health issues and promote healthy lifestyle practices.
- Delivered therapy information, tools, and resources to program participants to enhance understanding and management of Hemophilia.
- Developed and executed consulting strategies based on business and marketplace needs in partnership with the Sales account team.
- Mentor new and existing Bilingual Healthcare Educators, Clinical Consultants, Territory Business Managers, and Bleeding Disorder Managers by providing orientation, education and training on new and existing Spanish language programs, tools and services and their application.
- Collaborated with internal Hemophilia marketing team to identify and address Spanish language needs for branded and unbranded resources.
- (PREVIOUSLY SHIRE, BAXALTA, BAXTER) Boston, MA
Community Health Nutrition Program Educator
GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY
Sacaton, AZ
01.2006 - 04.2014
- Delivered direct nutritional services to elders, adults, and children, addressing specific dietary needs within the Gila River Indian Community.
- Developed and implemented nutrition programs to address nutrition problems in the community.
- Advocated for legislation supporting food and nutrition programs, empowering Indian communities to take charge of their nutritional health.
- Engaged in health-related meetings, workshops, and conferences to promote community health education and enhance collaborative efforts.
- Participate in professional organizations, attend approved educational programs to keep informed of latest developments in nutrition and dietetics.
- Sacaton, AZ
Program Outreach Coordinator
DONA ANA COUNTY, HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
Las Cruces, NM
06.2011 - 08.2011
- Managed staff and resources for outreach programs to ensure effective community engagement.
- Planned, assigned, and directed work, resolved day-to-day problems; assisted with the development of program goals, objectives, timelines, and schedule; provided feedback to division manager and employees.
- Coordinated operations of Community Resource Centers, managing community volunteers and childcare contractors to enhance service delivery.
- Delivered technical and management support to resolve operational issues and improve service quality and effectiveness.
- Maintained good working knowledge of activities, community trends and/or emerging contextual issues as they may affect assigned operation areas.
- Managed operations in Las Cruces, NM
Program Coordinator
PARAISO MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Las Cruces, NM
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Sourced temporary workforce through innovative methods aligned with required skill sets and conducted formal interviews with candidates.
- Managed the candidate referral process.
- Acted as a liaison and company representative with state personnel, and/or their representatives and other providers.
- Provided direct support to those served.
- Conducted customer satisfaction reviews, analyzed data, and followed up on complaints to enhance service quality.
- Delivered training, orientation, and performance evaluations for supervised employees to ensure effective team operations.
- Operated in Las Cruces, NM
Translator
ALTRU HEALTH SYSTEM
Grand Forks, ND
09.2009 - 07.2010
- Facilitated communication with Spanish-speaking patients by translating medical information.
- Grand Forks, ND
Project Coordinator
CENTER FOR RURAL HEALTH
Grand Forks, ND
11.2008 - 05.2010
- Coordinated community events to enhance awareness and utilization of services.
- Assessed and reported on fiscal management for the Health Workforce Information Center, ensuring accurate tracking of financial activities.
- Supported evaluation efforts by entering and managing data on the Health Workforce Information Center website.
- Delivered presentations on ‘How to Engage an Audience’.
- Grand Forks, ND
Lead Educator Diabetes Prevention Program
GILA RIVER HEALTH CARE CORP.
10.2006 - 07.2008
- Implemented and evaluated the Diabetes Prevention Program Lifestyle curriculum.
- Educated individuals, families, and community groups on diabetes prevention, enhancing understanding and engagement in healthy lifestyle choices.
- Employed diverse teaching strategies and methods grounded in adult learning principles and cultural values, fostering a supportive learning environment for the Gila River Indian Community.
Internship
MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER
Las Cruces, NM
06.2006 - 08.2006
- Educated diabetic patients in Spanish and English on disease management alongside diabetes health educator.
- Translated nutritional information for Spanish-speaking patients under the guidance of a nutritionist.
- Created and presented diabetes education program for NMSU nursing students, enhancing their understanding of patient care.
- Developed and delivered child birthing class presentation for new parents.
- Las Cruces, NM
Education
Master of Public Health -
UNIVERISTY OF ARIZONA, Graduate School
Tucson, AZ06-2021
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA, Nursing School
Grand Forks, ND05-2010
Bachelor - Community Health Education
NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY
Las Cruces, NM05-2006
Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate -
DONA ANA BRANCH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Las Cruces, NM05-2002
Skills
- Health education
- Community relations
- Health promotion
- Public health advocacy
- Program planning
- Bilingual proficiency
- Fluency in electronic health record systems
- Fluency in Salesforce
- Fluency in Microsoft Excel
- Fluency in Microsoft Word
- Fluency in Microsoft PowerPoint
- Analytical thinking skills
- Leadership abilities
- Team collaboration
- Interpersonal skills
- Cultural competency
- Multitasking capabilities
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Oral and written communication
Translations And Presentations
- Current role review Spanish translations for HELLO Talk platform
- Presenter National Bleeding Disorder Foundation in Orlando, FL
- Translation of Study Protocol, Grand Forks, ND, 04/01/09, Translated a 26-page protocol on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum in Spanish which was sent to San del Estero, Argentina.
- Health Workforce Information Center, 08/01/09 & 11/01/09, Presented at the State Office of Rural Health Conference (Region E) in Laramie, WY. HWIC exhibit at the American Public Health Association in Philadelphia, PA.
- Memorial Medical Center, Las Cruces, NM, 07/01/06 & 09/01/06, Delivered presentation on Type I, Type II, and Gestational Diabetes to New Mexico State University nursing students. Delivered Great Beginnings Childbirth Class via PowerPoint and video to pregnant mothers and their spouses/support partners.
Accomplishments
Titanium Award
Timeline
Bilingual Community Health Educator/Community Liaison
TAKEDA PHARMACEUTICALS
01.2014 - Current
Program Outreach Coordinator
DONA ANA COUNTY, HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
06.2011 - 08.2011
Program Coordinator
PARAISO MANAGEMENT SERVICES
08.2010 - 06.2011
Translator
ALTRU HEALTH SYSTEM
09.2009 - 07.2010
Project Coordinator
CENTER FOR RURAL HEALTH
11.2008 - 05.2010
Lead Educator Diabetes Prevention Program
GILA RIVER HEALTH CARE CORP.
10.2006 - 07.2008
Internship
MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER
06.2006 - 08.2006
Community Health Nutrition Program Educator
GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY
01.2006 - 04.2014
Master of Public Health -
UNIVERISTY OF ARIZONA, Graduate School
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA, Nursing School
Bachelor - Community Health Education
NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY
Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate -
DONA ANA BRANCH COMMUNITY COLLEGE