Mayra Rodela
Torrance,CA
Summary
Experienced Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and IBCLC specializing in WIC program operations and public health nutrition. Delivers client-centered breastfeeding and nutrition services to diverse populations, emphasizing evidence-based practices. Skilled in nutrition education, bilingual counseling (English/Spanish), and program compliance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IBCLC
Public HealthFoundation Enterprises (PHFE) WIC
LA County
01.2026 - Current
- Formulated personalized care plans with mothers to effectively address breastfeeding challenges.
- Created a supportive environment that facilitated open discussions about breastfeeding concerns and solutions.
- Provide breastfeeding consultations using WIC-approved tools and evidence-based practices, addressing routine lactation concerns, and referring complex cases to healthcare providers.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
Public Health Foundation Enterprises (PHFE) WIC
Los Angeles County, USA
05.2020 - Current
- Assist WIC applicants with enrollment, certification, and orientation, delivering nutrition education and benefit distribution while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and program regulations.
- Deliver nutrition and breastfeeding education in English and Spanish.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client services, education, and outcomes in internal WIC systems.
- Participate in community outreach events, such as the Farmer's Market, to promote nutrition education and awareness of WIC services.
- Trained and mentored new staff, WNA's, and dietetic interns by sharing best practices, workflows, and program expectations to enhance team effectiveness.
- Mentor dietetic interns by providing guidance, supervision, and practical training in WIC operations, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.
- Volunteered at PHFE WIC Farmer’s Market events during Summer 2023 and Summer 2024, supporting nutrition education and community outreach initiatives.
- Conducted nutrition education sessions for L.A. Care Parenting Workshops, promoting early childhood nutrition education for the family unit.
- Guided staff as Therapeutic Formula Prescription Super Mentor (TX Super Mentor) on documentation, policy adherence, and participant care to improve service delivery.
- Mentored staff on prenatal enrollment best practices to enhance service delivery.
Server
Paul Martin’s American Grill
El Segundo, USA
05.2014 - 05.2019
- Demonstrated strong communication, organization, and customer service skills in a fast-paced environment.
- Trained and mentored new staff while supporting a collaborative team culture.
International Customer Service Representative
Phenomenex, Inc.
Torrance, USA
01.2005 - 04.2014
- Coordinated with international subsidiaries to facilitate customer support.
- Processed international orders and resolved invoicing, shipping, and inventory issues through problem-solving and cross-functional communication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics and Food Administration
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA, USA05.2018
Skills
- Bilingual communication (Spanish, English)
- Evidence-based nutrition and breastfeeding practices
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Adaptability
- Microsoft Outlook and Word
- Internal WIC applications
- Verbal and written communication
- Time management skills
- Confidentiality maintenance and professionalism
Certification
• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), January 2026
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), September 2020, Active
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), September 2020, Active
Timeline
IBCLC
Public HealthFoundation Enterprises (PHFE) WIC
01.2026 - Current
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
Public Health Foundation Enterprises (PHFE) WIC
05.2020 - Current
Server
Paul Martin’s American Grill
05.2014 - 05.2019
International Customer Service Representative
Phenomenex, Inc.
01.2005 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics and Food Administration
California State University, Long Beach