Ndahita Palma
Chula Vista,California
Summary
Dynamic Program Coordinator with a proven track record at Family Health Centers of San Diego, recognized for enhancing program efficiency and successfully meeting grant objectives. Expertise in data management and cultural diversity counseling underpins the ability to develop impactful health education materials while fostering strong community partnerships. Fluent in English and Spanish, bringing valuable project management and training coordination skills that contribute to team success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Coordinator
Family Health Centers of San Diego
San Diego, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Assists in the development and implementation of several grants. Ensuring that grant goals and objectives are met.
- Development of health education materials.
- Streamlined administrative processes, resulting in enhanced efficiency and improved program outcomes.
- Prepared and updated progress reports to reflect program objectives effectively.
- Actively participate in grant meetings to ensure program objectives are met.
- Train and provide continuous assistance to staff, as well as to other organizations.
- Establish relationships with key referral partners, maintain partnerships, and serve as a liaison with community agencies.
- Provides educational classes to groups based on program objectives.
Clinical Nutritionist
Private Practice
Tijuana, Baja California
01.2010 - 07.2023
- Conducted nutrition screenings, assessments, and interventions for patients.
- Developed custom meal plans addressing distinct dietary goals.
- Designed specialized meal plans tailored for individuals with complex health conditions, including diabetes and hypertension.
- Delivered culturally sensitive health education to diverse populations.
Clinical Nutritionist
Beauty Enhance Plastic Surgery
Tijuana, Baja California
03.2016 - 03.2020
- Designed nutritional regimens tailored to pre- and post-surgical needs of patients.
- Created special-needs menus for the plastic surgery recovery house.
- Conducted training for health care staff on food management.
- Recommended dietary supplements tailored to minimize post-surgical nutrient deficiencies.
Nutrition Educator
Universidad Xochicalco
Tijuana, Baja California
10.2011 - 03.2018
- Developed a nutrition curriculum.
- Lead lectures and interactive lessons to explain nutritional science and the role of different food groups.
- Conducted cooking demonstrations to show how to prepare nutritious meals with simple ingredients, or for specific dietary needs.
- Facilitate open discussions about food choices, cultural diets, environmental impacts, and trends in nutrition.
- Created nutrition educational materials for students.
- Actively keeping knowledge up-to-date, attending in-services, conferences, and seeking ongoing educational opportunities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Food Science
Universidad Iberoamericana
Tijuana08-2009
Skills
- Bilingual English and Spanish
- Data management
- Report creation
- Program management
- Training coordination
- Expense tracking
- Project management
- Cultural diversity counseling
Affiliations
- Certified Fitness Trainer (Barre and Zumba).
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Intervention for Nicotine Dependence: Education, Prevention, Tobacco, and Health and Not-On- Tobacco Facilitator by the American Lung Association.
- Freedom from Smoking Facilitator by the American Lung Association.
- Mental Health First Aid Certification by the National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare.
- Adolescents and Young Adults Substance Use and Addiction Certification by the American Society of Addiction Medicine.
- Motivational Interviewing by the American Society of Addiction Medicine.
Timeline
Program Coordinator
Family Health Centers of San Diego
08.2023 - Current
Clinical Nutritionist
Beauty Enhance Plastic Surgery
03.2016 - 03.2020
Nutrition Educator
Universidad Xochicalco
10.2011 - 03.2018
Clinical Nutritionist
Private Practice
01.2010 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Food Science
Universidad Iberoamericana
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