NINFA RODRIGUEZ
La Porte,TX
Summary
Experienced, dynamic project coordinator with a strong background in public health, program management, and effective stakeholder communication. Skilled in managing cross-functional teams, devising strategic plans, and monitoring performance metrics to drive organizational success. Proficient in building relationships with diverse stakeholders and delivering captivating presentations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Coordinator - Project Savings Smiles and Dental Outreach Project
City of Houston Health Department
Houston
10.2024 - Current
- Coordinate volunteer activities, ensuring adequate staffing and engagement for dental outreach events
Adjunct Faculty
University of Texas Dental Branch
Houston, USA
01.2021 - Current
- Instruct and mentor dental hygiene students, facilitating knowledge transfer and practical skill application
- Develop curriculum materials and assessments to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes
Clinic Training Coordinator & Chief of Operations - Project Saving Smiles
City of Houston, Public Health Department
Houston, USA
01.2016 - Current
- Lead operations of the school-based Sealant Program with a focus on compliance and project deliverables, effectively managing a team to facilitate dental sealant procedures for over 160 children daily
- Collaborate with school officials and county departments to streamline project processes and ensure understanding of roles and responsibilities within the cross-functional project team
- Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess project success, utilize data to inform strategic decisions and recommend improvements
- Organize and conduct regular status meetings with internal and external stakeholders to discuss project progress, address issues, and disseminate project knowledge across the team
- Create and deliver impactful presentations to school administrators and community stakeholders to promote oral health initiatives and project benefits
Public Health Dental Hygienist
City of Houston Health Department
Houston, USA
01.2016 - Current
- Supervises section, schedules and reviews work, trains and evaluates employees
- Educates patients in the development and maintenance of preventive dental health practices
- Provides oral preventive treatment in Community Clinics
- Performs routine administrative duties, supply requisition, supply inventory management, and equipment repair and maintenance
- Assists in training of new employees
- Organizes and participates in community outreach programs, health fairs, and other dental health programs
Mobile Testing Strike Team Lead
City of Houston Health Department
Houston, USA
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Directed COVID-19 testing operations for underserved communities, coordinating logistics and oversight to ensure compliance with health protocols and successful site management
- Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Services
University of Houston-Clearlake
Houston, TX01.2022
Community Health Worker Certification -
Houston, TX05.2025
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
San Jacinto College
Pasadena, TX01.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Lamar Institute of Technology
Beaumont, TX01.2008
Skills
- Project Management
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Presentation Development
- Strategic Planning
- Volunteer recruitment strategy
Certification
- TX Dental Hygiene License
- Operations Training
- FEMA Incident Command Training (ICS 100, 200, 700, 800)
- CPR for Healthcare Provider Certification
- OSHA and HIPAA Trained
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Volunteer Coordinator - Project Savings Smiles and Dental Outreach Project
City of Houston Health Department
10.2024 - Current
Adjunct Faculty
University of Texas Dental Branch
01.2021 - Current
Mobile Testing Strike Team Lead
City of Houston Health Department
01.2020 - 01.2021
Clinic Training Coordinator & Chief of Operations - Project Saving Smiles
City of Houston, Public Health Department
01.2016 - Current
Public Health Dental Hygienist
City of Houston Health Department
01.2016 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
San Jacinto College
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Lamar Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Services
University of Houston-Clearlake