Hi, I’m
Javier Ernesto Romero Gamboa
Miami,FL
Summary
Accomplished Registered Dietitian (RD) with over 14 years of expertise in early childhood nutrition and community health initiatives, dedicated to advancing public health through sustainable eating behaviors and comprehensive nutritional assessments. Proven ability to design and implement targeted nutrition programs for vulnerable populations, ensuring compliance with federal and state guidelines while fostering long-term lifestyle modifications. Proficient in the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) and skilled in delivering impactful training and education across diverse age demographics, enhancing overall quality of life and health outcomes. Strong background in food service administration, strategic planning, and market analysis, combined with a commitment to excellence in customer service and teamwork.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Florida Department of Health
Nutrition Educator
03.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Assesses nutritional status and provides comprehensive nutritional care, case management, and education for maternal and child health (MCH) clients within the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program framework. Ensures strict compliance with mandatory state and federal requirements regarding the prompt payment process for specialized formula procurement.
- Facilitated workshops to promote healthy eating habits and lifestyle changes.
- Assisted in organizing community health events, raising awareness about the importance of good nutrition and its impact on overall health.
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Lead, Room Service & Nutritional Coach
01.2023 - 01.2024
Job overview
- Oversaw daily operations of the cafeteria, coffee shops, and all customer-facing food service outlets (retail areas) within the Food & Nutrition Services department under the guidance of the Retail Supervisor. Provided personalized nutritional coaching services.
- Monitored all retail food service areas to identify and report deficiencies in food production, inventory management, staff scheduling, sanitation protocols, infection control compliance, and overall service quality.
- Ensured all employees engaged in food service maintained outstanding customer service standards and adhered to rigorous cleanliness and sanitation protocols for all food areas, equipment, and utensils.
Private Practice/Consultancy
Dietitian Nutritionist / Nutritional Consultant (Coach)
01.2020 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Provided personalized nutritional counseling services, delivering evidence-based techniques, skills, and knowledge related to diet therapy and nutritional science. Focused on facilitating client goal attainment within the context of healthy, balanced dietary approaches.
- Developed personalized nutrition plans tailored to individual client health goals and dietary preferences.
- Educated clients on nutrition principles, promoting healthy eating habits and lifestyle changes.
San Pedro Claver (Community Program)
Community Dietitian Nutritionist (Older Adult Program)
01.2017 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Managed nutritional activities and interventions for the geriatric population group, ensuring compliance with established national standards for public health programs. Functions included direct food services dietitian responsibilities.
- Conducted nutrition workshops to educate participants on healthy eating habits.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to integrate dietary recommendations into patient care.
- Assessed dietary needs through individual consultations and group assessments.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in dietary counseling and education.
- Developed culturally sensitive educational materials that catered to diverse populations within the community.
Colombian Association for Mentally Retarded Children (ACONIR)
Dietitian Nutritionist (Food Services Dietitian)
01.2014 - 01.2016
Job overview
- Developed tailored nutrition plans for children with special needs, enhancing dietary compliance and health outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess nutritional requirements and develop comprehensive care strategies.
- Conducted nutrition workshops for parents, improving knowledge of dietary management for children with disabilities.
- Analyzed patient progress data to refine dietary interventions, driving continuous improvement in individual health plans.
- Implemented food safety protocols, ensuring compliance with health regulations in meal preparation and service.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented nutritional interventions using established outcome measures and adjusted accordingly for optimal results.
- Optimized clinical workflows by efficiently documenting patient progress notes, utilizing electronic health records systems effectively.
- Conducted comprehensive nutritional assessments to identify areas of concern and develop appropriate interventions.
Secretaria Distrital De Integracion Social
Nutritionist
04.2012 - 02.2018
Job overview
- Provision of professional services to provide guidance and monitoring for the nutrition and sanitation component, and the lactating family-friendly rooms strategy, in compliance with the technical guidelines and standards for initial education within the framework of the comprehensive early childhood care process of the District Secretaria of Social Integration.
ONG Asociacion Cristiana Nuevo Nacimiento
Dietitian Nutritionist (Food Services Dietitian)
01.2012 - 01.2014
Job overview
- Ensured compliance with all relevant nutrition and health standards. Responsibilities covered menu analysis, nutritional diagnosis, GMPs, staff health control, and community workshops.
- Provided services to diverse ethnic groups (Embera, Chami) and specific populations (pregnant women and adolescents).
- Reduced malnutrition rates among patients by closely monitoring nutritional status and adjusting care plans as needed.
- Served as a subject matter expert in media interviews, discussing nutrition-related topics to raise public awareness and promote healthy lifestyle choices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for holistic patient care and improved overall wellbeing.
Juvenil Service Foundation & Amparo de Niños Foundation
Dietitian Nutritionist (Food Services Dietitian)
01.2011 - 01.2016
Job overview
- Ensured verifiable compliance with Nutrition and Health standards set by the District Secretariat of Social Integration and the Colombian Institute of Family Welfare (ICBF).
- Responsibilities included menu quantitative analysis (standard minute development), nutritional diagnosis, implementation of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP/BPM), health control of commissary staff, and delivering community workshops and training sessions for staff on improving nutritional quality and healthy habits.
ALPINA Food Products Company
Medical/Nutritional Sales Representative (Visitor)
01.2011 - 01.2012
Job overview
- Executed functions related to product promotion and sales support, focusing specifically on explaining the nutritional properties and health benefits of company products to medical professionals and clients.
- Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities and stay competitive in industry trends.
- Conducted product demonstrations to educate customers on features, benefits, and competitive advantages.
Education
National University of Colombia
Master of Science from Food and Nutritional Safety
09-2024
University Overview
- Faculty of Medicine
- Master of Science Food and Nutritional Safety.
National University of Colombia
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) from Nutrition and Dietetics
University Overview
- Faculty of Medicine
- Registered Dietitian Credential
Skills
- Clinical Nutrition: Nutritional Assessment (NCP), Diagnosis & Intervention, Menu Planning & Optimization, Anthropometric Analysis, Health Behavior Modification
- Program Management: Program Development & Implementation, Staff Capacity Building, Protocol Implementation & Compliance, Community Outreach & Engagement
- Administration & Operations: Food Service Management (FSM), Strategic Planning, Human Resource Management, Project Proposal Development
- Compliance & Research: Food Handling Regulations (HACCP principles, international standards), Market Research & Analysis, Product Lifecycle Development
- Communication & Leadership: Team Leadership & Supervision, Education & Training, Customer Relations Management, Logistics Optimization, Objective Achievement
- Nutritional assessment
Languages
National University of Colombia
Faculty of Human Sciences, Department of Foreign Languages, English Program Extension Unit
English Proficiency: Intermediate Level
Timeline
Nutrition Educator
Florida Department of Health
03.2024 - Current
Lead, Room Service & Nutritional Coach
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2024
Dietitian Nutritionist / Nutritional Consultant (Coach)
Private Practice/Consultancy
01.2020 - 01.2022
Community Dietitian Nutritionist (Older Adult Program)
San Pedro Claver (Community Program)
01.2017 - 01.2019
Dietitian Nutritionist (Food Services Dietitian)
Colombian Association for Mentally Retarded Children (ACONIR)
01.2014 - 01.2016
Nutritionist
Secretaria Distrital De Integracion Social
04.2012 - 02.2018
Dietitian Nutritionist (Food Services Dietitian)
ONG Asociacion Cristiana Nuevo Nacimiento
01.2012 - 01.2014
Dietitian Nutritionist (Food Services Dietitian)
Juvenil Service Foundation & Amparo de Niños Foundation
01.2011 - 01.2016
Medical/Nutritional Sales Representative (Visitor)
ALPINA Food Products Company
01.2011 - 01.2012
National University of Colombia
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) from Nutrition and Dietetics
National University of Colombia
Master of Science from Food and Nutritional Safety