Kirsten Robertson
Garland,TX
Summary
Skilled in developing and managing projects and programs to improve quality and performance of department team.
Demonstrated ability to maintain effective multidisciplinary relationships.
Skilled in motivational interviewing to support individuals in setting and reaching life goals.
Excellent communication (verbal/written), active listening, and problem-solving skills; intermediate fluency in Spanish.
Experienced in producing accurate records and documentation that are complete and timely.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Outreach Coordinator
Baylor Scott & White Health and Wellness Center
2019.01 - Current
- Support and educate patients with diabetes and other chronic diseases to achieve behavior change goals to improved health status and clinical outcomes.
- Develop and conduct educational programs and in-service training programs for department and clinical staff, and community health workers.
- Leads quality improvement projects to support process improvement and clinic/facility/system goals; develop protocols following evidence-based best practices and national standards.
- Manage research study including implementation, staff organization and development, and data collection, for advancing understanding and to address the needs of the community.
- Organize health events in coordination with several departments and outside vendors.
GROUP LIFESTYLE BALANCE COACH
Baylor Scott & White Health and Wellness Center
2017.04 - Current
- Provide coaching through instruction and support to adults in a nationally accredited year-long lifestyle program (Group Lifestyle Balance Program)
- Provide positive feedback to increase participant self-efficacy and evaluate progress
- Collaborate with wellness team staff in facilitating education sessions
- Record measured outcomes for GLB grant
- Lead monthly support group to graduates of Program
- Create education materials to supplement participant learning
- Provide yearly training to new coaches and in-services as needed
NUTRITION SPECIALIST
Head Start of Greater Dallas
2017.02 - 2018.12
- Supervise culinary staff in compliance of CACFP regulations at several centers.
- Complete assessment and reporting analysis and submit reports monthly.
- Provide health assessment for children and nutrition education for families in the program.
- Training of culinary staff in required areas of food service.
HEALTH COACH/TECHNICIAN, PRN
Interactive Health, Inc.
2014.04 - 2017.02
- Team coordinated health-screening services to include finger-stick, blood pressure, body composition, height/weight, waist circumference, and health coaching to individuals in different environments and professions.
- Present health educational programs, awareness tables and educational materials to clients.
- Travel to various sites across Texas and Oklahoma.
FOOD & CHILD NUTRITION SERVICES INTERN
Dallas Independent School District
2014.05 - 2014.11
- Provide technical and administrative assistance to Kitchen Design Specialist.
- Data analysis of school health inspection reports to improve compliance to district standards.
- Work cooperatively with cafeteria supervisors to complete needed repairs.
NUTRITIONIST
Women, Infants, and Children Supplemental Nutrition Program (WIC)
2010.05 - 2012.12
- Constructive assessment of clients’ health needs and nutrition counseling.
- Supervise clinic operations and uphold customer service standards.
- Update and maintain accurate clinic records to meet regulatory agency standards and improve compliance.
- Plan and prepare weekly group classes including recipe demonstrations and physical activity.
- Previously worked as Nutritionist from 03/2005-02/2006.
Education
Master of Science Degree - Nutrition
Abilene Christian University
Dallas, TX12.2021
Bachelor of Science Degree - Nutritional Science
University of Vermont
Burlington, VT01.1997
Skills
Partnerships with community stakeholders, internal departments, community members
Capacity building for events, projects, outcomes
Certification
- Certification Board for Diabetes Care & Education Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist # 32305969, 2024-06-29/2029-12-31
- ServSafe Food Handler Certificate # 6052159, 2022-12-13/2026-10-17
- Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation License # DT85784, 2019-01-14/2025-01-13
- Credentialed by Commission on Dietetic Registration Registration ID #86044538, 2016-09-09/2025-08-31
- SparkPro Training Certification: DPP Group Lifestyle Balance Master Trainer, 2022-02 (Active)
Timeline
Community Outreach Coordinator
Baylor Scott & White Health and Wellness Center
2019.01 - Current
GROUP LIFESTYLE BALANCE COACH
Baylor Scott & White Health and Wellness Center
2017.04 - Current
NUTRITION SPECIALIST
Head Start of Greater Dallas
2017.02 - 2018.12
FOOD & CHILD NUTRITION SERVICES INTERN
Dallas Independent School District
2014.05 - 2014.11
HEALTH COACH/TECHNICIAN, PRN
Interactive Health, Inc.
2014.04 - 2017.02
NUTRITIONIST
Women, Infants, and Children Supplemental Nutrition Program (WIC)
2010.05 - 2012.12
Master of Science Degree - Nutrition
Abilene Christian University
Bachelor of Science Degree - Nutritional Science
University of Vermont