Nichole Silva
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Experienced health education professional dedicated to teaching, reaching and advocating in support of public health objectives. Organized, driven and collaborative with in-depth understanding of program needs, research strategies and trends in health issues.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Education Coordinator
RDN PRO LLC.
Los Angeles, CA
02.2020 - Current
- Prepared reports summarizing data collected from surveys conducted among participants of health educational programs.
- Developed partnerships with stakeholders involved in implementing health promotion activities.
- Conducted needs assessments to determine the most effective health education strategies for each audience.
- Created evidence-based presentations on nutrition, physical activity, and disease prevention.
- Developed and delivered health education materials to target audiences in English and Spanish.
- Collaborated with health specialists to determine client needs and helped clients develop attainable goals.
Health Educator
Watts Health Center
12.2019 - 02.2020
- Performed outreach activities within the community such as door-to-door visits or school presentations designed to promote healthy habits.
- Documented patient encounters and maintained accurate records of all program activities.
- Educated patients on how best to manage their chronic illnesses through lifestyle changes such as diet modifications or exercise regimens.
- Attended professional conferences and meetings focused on advancing knowledge about public health issues affecting different communities.
Tobacco Prevention Specialist
Watts Health Center
Compton, CA
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Cultivated relationships with local businesses in order to promote healthy lifestyle choices among employees.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to provide referrals for individuals seeking treatment for substance abuse issues.
- Attended conferences and seminars related to current research on best practices for prevention efforts.
- Conducted assessments of local needs in order to develop effective prevention strategies.
- Provided direct support services including individual counseling sessions, group therapy sessions, case management services.
Education
Master of Science - Health Administration
California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05-2021
Skills
- Health Promotion
- Presentation Skills
- Referral Coordination
- Cultural Competency
- Interpersonal Skills
- Documentation skills
- Active Listening
- Public Speaking
Volunteer Experience
- Reviewed and analyzed advance directives and policies related to life care planning to ensure compliance and clarity.
- Assisted in the delivery of new hire orientation presentations on bioethics, enhancing staff understanding of ethical practices in patient care.
- Conducted patient visits to discuss and complete advance directives, addressing questions and facilitating informed decision-making.
- Organized and executed a life care planning event, successfully helping over 30 individuals complete and sign advance directives in both Spanish and English, improving accessibility and engagement in life care planning.
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Health Education Coordinator
RDN PRO LLC.
02.2020 - Current
Health Educator
Watts Health Center
12.2019 - 02.2020
Tobacco Prevention Specialist
Watts Health Center
09.2019 - 12.2019
Master of Science - Health Administration
California State University - Long Beach
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
California State University - Long Beach
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