Christina Bracken, MPH

• Coordinated and scheduled events across 6 different military installations
• Conducted administrative tasks including End of Month reports, Next Monthly Item reports, Purchase Orders, and Quarterly Reports.
• Managed a team calendar and individual schedules
• Collaborated with 266 mission partners for joint health initiatives, strengthening partnerships in the community.
• Promoted healthier lifestyles by facilitating workshops on topics such as nutrition, exercise, and stress management.

• Conducted one-on-one coaching sessions using motivational interviewing techniques to help clients identify and overcome barriers to health and wellness.
• Developed personalized health plans based on clients’ unique needs, preferences, and goals.
• Utilized behavior change strategies to support clients in making sustainable lifestyle changes.
• Provided ongoing support and accountability through regular follow-up and recurring sessions.
• Implemented creative strategies for overcoming common barriers to change such as time constraints or financial limitations faced by clients.

• Provided free wellness screenings in the form of body composition analysis, blood pressure screenings, and cardiac risk profile screenings to over 10,000 DoD civilian employees to bring awareness to their current health status and advise them on next steps.
• Provided health education classes over 70 different topics related to health and wellness (both in person and virtually).
• Conducted outreach in the form of targeted emails and meeting with persons of contact

• Developed an entire educational program regarding Tuberculosis for the rural poor and uneducated, including program plan, evaluation plan, educational materials (PowerPoint, lesson plan, and information sheet), and survey development
• Conducted a literature review to assess the needs, assets, and capacities that affect communities’ health
• Selected quantitative and qualitative data collection methods appropriate for a given public health context
• Applied behavioral theories, concepts, and tools in addressing a health problem in different populations at different levels
• Designed a population-based educational program
• Selected methods to evaluate a public health program.

• Held weekly tutorials and discussions for the students
• Attended classes and “game planning” sessions each week.
• Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
• Assisted in grading assignments efficiently, contributing to timely feedback for students.

• Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
• Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
• Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
• Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
• Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.

• Collaborated with lab team members to troubleshoot issues and improve overall workflow efficiency.
• Aided in quality assurance efforts by consistently following standard operating procedures and best practices for histology labs.
• Ensured timely completion of lab tasks by maintaining a well-organized workstation and prioritizing workload.
• Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to stringent safety protocols and keeping the workspace clean and organized.

Also received a Global Health Certificate

Tri-Beta Honor Society, Premedica Club, N/A Study Abroad

• Study Abroad: London, Business Administration and Biology