Michele Naranjo
Fort Leonard Wood,MO
Summary
Public Health Nutritonist dedicated to promoting community health through prevention and educational outreach. Effective mentor and natural leader focused on fostering positive and collaborative organizational culture. Dedicated to promoting health among at-risk populations through education, special services and preventive health care. Established public health professional promoting several decades of expertise in nonprofit and public sector environments. Highly astute with compassionate personality. Background working with municipal public health organizations in investigative capacities.
Effective public health researcher well-educated in areas of public health and community nutrition . Highly compassionate in most sensitive of situations. Resilient and focused public health professional with recent degree in Public Health and Community Nutrition. Dedicated, compassionate and heavily involved in local community. Offers dynamic research skills within healthcare organizations. Established Public Health Coordinator committed to advocating for high-risk groups. Comfortable interfacing with stakeholders, peers, community leaders and all members of public.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Health Coordinator
Silliman University
08.2020 - 03.2023
- Assessed and responded to individual and community health education needs.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and client satisfaction.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of stakeholder into increased levels of responsibility.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
- Prevented illness by education public on healthy practices to stop disease.
- Educated community members about environmentally-related health issues.
Director of Government Affairs Center
Silliman University
06.2018 - 03.2023
- Exhibited skills in advocacy, negotiation and influence without authority and excelled in organization and prioritization.
- Analyzed information and converted related activities into comprehensive work plans.
- Displayed advanced knowledge of local and regional government health system structure processes.
- Implemented and maintained departmental procedures and delivered timely and accurate support to top management on public health policy issues.
- Worked with internal team members to accomplish regulatory goals and achieve full compliance with all products.
- Provided responses to regulatory agencies regarding product information or issues.
- Directed documentation efforts to comply with domestic and international regulations and standards.
- Devised and deployed techniques for obtaining earliest possible approval for each stakeholders engagements.
- Managed fees and applications, tracked project and program progress and handled all responses to regulatory inquiries.
- Analyzed field studies and reports, compiled information and submitted concise and informative summaries.
- Trained staff in health regulatory policies, procedures, leadership and management programs.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Food Safety Consultant
TUVNord/SignASIA
06.2018 - 03.2023
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for safe work practices and comply with regulations.
- Provided guidance and resources to employees to maintain safety procedures and enhance protection.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
Assistant Professor
Silliman University
06.1998 - 03.2023
- Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
- Helped struggling students by providing support outside of classrooms and consistently checking in on progress.
- Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Mentored students and communicated internship and employment opportunities.
- Contributed to campus activities to promote positive university image.
- Proctored exams and provided remediation for learning improvement goals.
- Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum revision, evaluation of course syllabi and lesson plans Public Health Nutrition curriculum.
- Contributed to planning appropriate and engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications.
- Performed research to serve as basis for academic writing for publication.
- Facilitated academic and community collaborations to increase number of community-engaged research proposal submissions to extramural funders.
- Collaborated with faculty members on health and nutrition projects.
- Stood in for professors and teachers in absences, lecturing or providing course material on Public Health, Community Nutrition, and Social Determinants of Health based on lesson plans.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
- Used different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.
- Researched and selected course texts and supplemental learning materials.
- Provided students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
- Instructed and evaluated students in classroom in alignment with college mission by incorporating innovative teaching and learning strategies.
- Graded tests and assignments and uploaded to school database.
- Established and maintained inclusive, collegial and collaborative culture within classroom.
- Participated in various campus memberships at each assigned school to promote academics and faculty development.
Director of Extension Program
Silliman University
12.2017 - 05.2019
- Developed rigorous onboarding processes for new employees, working to establish strong employee retention initiatives.
- Established consistent communication at program level, holding daily, weekly and monthly shift reports and staff meetings for progress reporting and dissemination of relevant details.
- Built welcoming classroom environments, promoting student-centered teaching styles and collaborating with individuals to support tailored educational journeys.
- Promoted direct lines of communication with stakeholders, developing creative solutions to program attendee needs.
- Scheduled appointments and meetings, organized materials and prepared rooms.
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Planned and executed events for employees and clients and managed logistics and vendor relations.
- Identified opportunities to streamline processes and improve office operations and efficiency.
- Coordinated office events, seminars and meetings for staff and clients.
- Maintained primary relationship accountability for clients, overall servicing responsibility and client satisfaction to maximize profitability of client relationships.
- Maintained direct communication with organizational support services and external stakeholders, diversifying program offerings.
Food Consultant
Philippines National Oil Company
12.1991 - 06.1995
- Educated clients about long-term health benefits of balanced diets and exercise programs.
- Monitored quality control procedures to guarantee preparation and delivery of healthy menu choices.
- Produced clear and concise meal and exercise plans for clients based on specific dietary needs and medical requirements.
- Developed and prepared low-fat, low-cholesterol and chemical-free meals.
- Developed nutrient-dense recipes and flexible meal templates to meet nutritional objectives.
- Planned nutritious meal options for individuals with various health needs for PNOC facility programs and cafeteria menus.
Dietician
Holy Child Hospital
12.1990 - 12.1991
- Determined client-specific nutrient and energy requirements, with consideration to specific lifestyles, physiology and medical concerns.
- Completed detailed nutritional assessments of each patient based on health history, medical conditions and energy requirements.
- Developed nutrient-dense recipes and flexible meal templates to meet nutritional objectives.
- Coached individuals on methods for managing chronic diseases with effective dietary plans.
- Assisted patients clients with mean plan development, addressing individualized dietary requirements.
- Developed nutrition plans addressing individual patient diabetes and food allergies.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Education
No Degree - Certificate in Virtual Exchange Academy
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX08.2021
No Degree - Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct Fo
Canada. Online Course On Panel Research Ethics.
Canada04.2020
No Degree - A Study Visit Certificate in Food Safety
Kastsart University
Thailand 04.2017
Ph.D. - Social Sciences
Silliman University
Dumaguete City, Philippines03.2016
Certificate in Food Safety And Traceability
Association For Overseas Technical Scholarship
Japan03.2011
Master of Arts - Public Health Education
Silliman University
Philippines03.1998
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Dietetics
Silliman University
Philippines03.1990
Skills
- Project Management
- Information Collection
- Administrative Leadership
- Document Management
- Consulting
- Presenting Ideas and Plans
- Event Coordination
- Scheduling and Calendar Management
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Operations Management
- Relationship Building
- Project Coordination
- Project Support
- Event Planning
- Project Assistance
- Staff Supervision
Additional Information
Publication: Journal on Addressing Obesity in School- Age Children: The SUND Experience. Vol 4, 2007-2009. ISSN 0119-139X. THE EDUCATOR. Journal of SUCOE Center for Excellence in Teacher Education.
Publication: Food Myth and Fallacies in the Community: The SUND Service-Learning Experience. Silliman Journal. Vol. 56 No.2. ISSN 0037-5284 (June 2015).
Publication: The Nutrition Program Among Preschoolers of Dumaguete City: Perception on Implementation and Impact. Silliman Journal. ISSN 0037-5284 (2016)
Publication: Nutrition intervention as service learning: Silliman University’s indigenous food security in Philippine high risk calamity areas. SHS Web of Conferences 59, 01020 (2018) https://doi.org/10.1051/shsconf/201859010
Publication: Understanding the Impact of Mental Health on Female Resident of Barangay
Cantil-e: A Service-Learning Refection. Silliman Journal. Vol 62 No. 2. ISSN 0037-5284(2021). (co-author)
Book Publication: From Food Enterprises to Food Safety Champions: Negros Oriental’s Food Safety Team Mission. OUR Food Coffee table Book
Timeline
Public Health Coordinator
Silliman University
08.2020 - 03.2023
Director of Government Affairs Center
Silliman University
06.2018 - 03.2023
Food Safety Consultant
TUVNord/SignASIA
06.2018 - 03.2023
Director of Extension Program
Silliman University
12.2017 - 05.2019
Assistant Professor
Silliman University
06.1998 - 03.2023
Food Consultant
Philippines National Oil Company
12.1991 - 06.1995
Dietician
Holy Child Hospital
12.1990 - 12.1991
No Degree - Certificate in Virtual Exchange Academy
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
No Degree - Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct Fo
Canada. Online Course On Panel Research Ethics.
No Degree - A Study Visit Certificate in Food Safety
Kastsart University
Ph.D. - Social Sciences
Silliman University
Certificate in Food Safety And Traceability
Association For Overseas Technical Scholarship
Master of Arts - Public Health Education
Silliman University
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Dietetics
Silliman University
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