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Brandie Lee Weldon

Summary

Passionate and results-driven health and wellness professional with extensive experience in health coaching, nutrition education, fitness programming, chronic disease prevention, and community health promotion. Experienced Health Educator Specialist with the CDC-funded Women's Health Program, Certified Personal Trainer, former Nutrition Program Director, and healthcare professional with a strong background in patient education, behavior change coaching, and program leadership. Proven ability to empower individuals to achieve sustainable lifestyle changes through personalized health coaching, motivational interviewing, evidence-based nutrition counseling, and exercise programming.

Skilled in developing and implementing wellness initiatives that improve health outcomes, increase patient engagement, and reduce chronic disease risk. Experienced in creating individualized health, fitness, and nutrition plans for diverse populations, including women, athletes, individuals managing chronic health conditions, and underserved rural communities. Demonstrated success leading teams, managing wellness programs, coordinating multidisciplinary care, and building strong community partnerships to support population health and preventive care initiatives.

Recognized for exceptional communication skills, compassionate patient-centered care, and the ability to translate complex health information into practical, achievable action plans. Committed to empowering individuals and communities to improve their health through education, prevention, physical activity, nutrition, and sustainable lifestyle change.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Health Educator Specialist

Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium
Haines, Alaska
06.2025 - Current
  • Provide individualized health education and coaching to women participating in the CDC-funded women's health program, focusing on cardiovascular disease prevention, healthy lifestyle behaviors, and chronic disease risk reduction.
  • Conduct comprehensive health risk assessments, evaluate participant needs, and develop personalized wellness action plans to support behavior change and improved health outcomes.
  • Educate patients on nutrition, physical activity, weight management, stress reduction, tobacco cessation, blood pressure management, cholesterol reduction, and diabetes prevention.
  • Utilize motivational interviewing and evidence-based health coaching techniques to support participants in setting and achieving health goals.
  • Coordinate care with primary care providers, nursing staff, laboratory services, behavioral health, and community resources to enhance patient outcomes and continuity of care.
  • Track program participation, referrals, clinical outcomes, and patient progress while ensuring compliance with program requirements and documentation standards.
  • Identify and address barriers to care by connecting participants with community resources, support programs, and preventive health services.
  • Conduct outreach and recruitment activities to increase engagement and enrollment throughout Southeast Alaska, including rural and underserved communities.
  • Develop and implement patient education materials, health promotion initiatives, and community wellness activities.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve program workflows, standardize processes, and support quality improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain accurate electronic health record documentation and ensure confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Analyze patient information and health assessments to support informed decision-making and individualized care planning.
  • Foster culturally responsive and patient-centered care while promoting SEARHC values of Respect, Cultural Identity, Service, Professionalism, and Compassion.

Key Skills: Health Education • Health Coaching • Motivational Interviewing • Chronic Disease Prevention • Cardiovascular Risk Reduction • Women's Health • Patient Advocacy • Care Coordination • Community Outreach • Wellness Program Management • Health Risk Assessment • EHR Documentation • Quality Improvement • Nutrition Education • Behavior Change Counseling

Certified Personal Trainer

Private Contractor
Haines, Alaska
05.2025 - Current
  • Designed and implemented individualized fitness programs tailored to clients' goals, fitness levels, health conditions, and lifestyle needs.
  • Conducted comprehensive fitness assessments, including body composition analysis, movement screenings, strength evaluations, and cardiovascular fitness testing.
  • Provided one-on-one and small-group personal training sessions focused on strength training, weight loss, functional fitness, athletic performance, and overall wellness.
  • Educated clients on proper exercise technique, injury prevention, recovery strategies, and safe use of fitness equipment.
  • Developed progressive exercise programs to improve strength, endurance, flexibility, mobility, balance, and cardiovascular health.
  • Delivered nutrition education and lifestyle coaching to support healthy habits, sustainable weight management, and long-term behavior change.
  • Utilized motivational interviewing and coaching techniques to improve client adherence, accountability, and success in achieving health and fitness goals.
  • Monitored client progress through regular evaluations and adjusted training plans based on performance, goals, and changing health needs.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers when appropriate to support clients with chronic health conditions, post-rehabilitation needs, or medical considerations.
  • Maintained detailed client records, progress notes, goals, and outcome tracking to ensure continuity of care and measurable results.
  • Fostered supportive, client-centered relationships that encouraged confidence, self-efficacy, and long-term engagement in physical activity.
  • Promoted community wellness through fitness education, health promotion activities, and public outreach.

Key Skills

Personal Training • Strength and Conditioning • Exercise Prescription • Functional Fitness • Weight Management • Behavior Change Coaching • Nutrition Education • Health Coaching • Client Assessment • Program Design • Fitness Testing • Injury Prevention • Motivational Interviewing • Lifestyle Modification • Wellness Promotion • Group Fitness Instruction

Certified Lead Pharmacy Tech II

Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium
Haines, AK
06.2023 - 01.2025
  • Served as Lead Certified Pharmacy Technician, providing leadership, training, and daily operational support to pharmacy technicians in a high-volume healthcare setting.
  • Assisted pharmacists in the preparation, dispensing, labeling, and distribution of prescription medications while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and organizational regulations.
  • Coordinated workflow priorities and delegated tasks to pharmacy staff to promote efficiency, accuracy, and exceptional patient service.
  • Maintained inventory control processes, including medication ordering, receiving, storage, expiration monitoring, and controlled substance documentation.
  • Performed medication reconciliation, prescription data entry, insurance adjudication, prior authorization support, and patient assistance program coordination.
  • Ensured accuracy in medication dispensing through quality assurance procedures, prescription verification processes, and adherence to pharmacy safety standards.
  • Trained, mentored, and onboarded new pharmacy technicians on pharmacy operations, workflow procedures, medication safety, and customer service expectations.
  • Collaborated with pharmacists, providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to facilitate safe and timely patient care.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by assisting patients with prescription questions, insurance concerns, medication access issues, and refill coordination.
  • Managed confidential patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
  • Supported regulatory audits, inventory reviews, controlled substance management, and pharmacy accreditation requirements.
  • Identified workflow improvement opportunities that enhanced pharmacy efficiency, reduced dispensing errors, and improved patient satisfaction.
  • Maintained national pharmacy technician certification and participated in continuing education to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Key Skills

Pharmacy Operations • Medication Dispensing • Inventory Management • Controlled Substance Compliance • Insurance Billing • Prior Authorizations • Medication Reconciliation • Healthcare Documentation • Quality Assurance • Staff Training and Mentorship • Regulatory Compliance • Customer Service • Workflow Optimization • HIPAA Compliance • Patient Advocacy • Team Leadership

Nutrition Program Director

Haines Borough School District
Haines, Alaska
09.2014 - 11.2019
  • Directed and managed all aspects of a comprehensive school nutrition program, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local nutrition regulations and food safety standards.
  • Supervised, trained, scheduled, and evaluated a team of six nutrition services employees, fostering a collaborative, efficient, and customer-focused work environment.
  • Developed and implemented nutritious, cost-effective meal plans that met USDA guidelines while promoting student health and wellness.
  • Created customized nutrition programs and performance-focused meal plans for student athletes to support training demands, recovery, hydration, body composition goals, and athletic performance.
  • Conducted individual nutrition assessments and provided personalized nutrition education and counseling to students, athletes, parents, and staff.
  • Managed departmental budgeting, purchasing, inventory control, vendor relationships, and cost containment strategies to ensure efficient program operations.
  • Oversaw food production, menu development, meal service operations, and quality assurance initiatives to maintain high standards of food quality and customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented food safety protocols, staff training programs, and compliance monitoring to ensure adherence to health department and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborated with school administrators, coaches, healthcare professionals, and community partners to promote student wellness and healthy eating initiatives.
  • Developed educational materials and delivered presentations on nutrition, healthy lifestyles, sports nutrition, and disease prevention.
  • Analyzed participation rates, program outcomes, and operational data to identify opportunities for continuous quality improvement and increased program engagement.
  • Managed special dietary accommodations and ensured appropriate meal modifications for students with medical conditions, allergies, and other dietary needs.
  • Promoted a positive nutrition culture within the school district through wellness campaigns, nutrition education programs, and community outreach events.
  • Led strategic planning efforts to enhance program effectiveness, increase meal participation, and improve student health outcomes.

Key Skills

Program Leadership • Staff Supervision • Nutrition Program Management • Sports Nutrition • Menu Development • Budget Management • School Nutrition Programs • Team Leadership • Nutrition Education • Regulatory Compliance • Food Safety • Inventory Control • Community Outreach • Wellness Promotion • Performance Nutrition • Strategic Planning

Certified Lead Pharmacy Technician III

Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium
Haines, Alaska
09.2004 - 07.2014
  • Served as a senior-level Certified Pharmacy Technician and operational leader, overseeing daily pharmacy workflow and supporting pharmacists in the delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.
  • Led and mentored pharmacy technicians, providing training, performance support, scheduling assistance, and workflow coordination to ensure optimal departmental operations.
  • Assisted pharmacists with medication preparation, dispensing, packaging, labeling, and distribution while maintaining strict adherence to regulatory and safety standards.
  • Managed complex pharmacy operations including prescription processing, medication reconciliation, insurance billing, prior authorization coordination, and inventory management.
  • Oversaw controlled substance inventory, documentation, ordering, auditing, and security procedures in compliance with DEA, state, federal, and organizational regulations.
  • Coordinated medication procurement, inventory control, and vendor relations to ensure medication availability while minimizing waste and controlling costs.
  • Performed quality assurance activities, identified process improvement opportunities, and implemented workflow enhancements that improved operational efficiency and patient service.
  • Trained and onboarded new pharmacy technicians and support staff on pharmacy procedures, medication safety, regulatory requirements, and customer service standards.
  • Collaborated with pharmacists, physicians, nurses, and healthcare teams to resolve medication issues, ensure continuity of care, and support positive patient outcomes.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by assisting patients with prescriptions, medication access concerns, insurance challenges, and prescription benefit inquiries.
  • Utilized pharmacy management systems and electronic health records to maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with HIPAA standards.
  • Supported accreditation reviews, regulatory inspections, inventory audits, and organizational quality improvement initiatives.
  • Assisted in developing and maintaining pharmacy policies, procedures, and staff training materials to support operational excellence and regulatory compliance.
  • Demonstrated advanced problem-solving, leadership, and decision-making skills in a fast-paced healthcare environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.

Key Skills

Pharmacy Leadership • Medication Dispensing • Pharmacy Operations Management • Staff Training and Mentorship • Controlled Substance Management • Inventory Control • Regulatory Compliance • Insurance Billing • Prior Authorizations • Medication Reconciliation • Quality Assurance • Healthcare Documentation • Team Leadership • Workflow Optimization • Customer Service • HIPAA Compliance

Education

Certified Personal Trainer -

International Sports Science Association
Carpinteria, CA
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Engineering

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND

Pharmacy Technology -

University of Alaska
Juneau, AK

Skills

Health & Wellness Coaching
Motivational Interviewing & Behavior Change
Nutrition Education & Personalized Nutrition Planning
Exercise Prescription & Fitness Programming
Women's Health & Preventive Care
Chronic Disease Prevention & Risk Reduction
Sports Nutrition & Performance Optimization
Lifestyle Medicine & Healthy Habit Formation
Community Health Education & Outreach
Program Development & Wellness Promotion
Patient Engagement, Care Coordination & Advocacy
Leadership, Staff Development & Team Building

Timeline

Certified Health Educator Specialist

Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium
06.2025 - Current

Certified Personal Trainer

Private Contractor
05.2025 - Current

Certified Lead Pharmacy Tech II

Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium
06.2023 - 01.2025

Nutrition Program Director

Haines Borough School District
09.2014 - 11.2019

Certified Lead Pharmacy Technician III

Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium
09.2004 - 07.2014

Certified Personal Trainer -

International Sports Science Association

Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Engineering

University of North Dakota

Pharmacy Technology -

University of Alaska
Brandie Lee Weldon