Paola Hernandez
New York,NY
Summary
Results-driven Holistic Nutritionist with over 5 years of experience in creating and executing dietary care plans that improve client health outcomes. Specializes in assessing nutritional needs and developing personalized strategies focused on women’s health, hormonal balance, and sports nutrition. Proven ability to foster relationships with corporate partners and individual clients through effective communication and collaboration. Successfully led corporate wellness initiatives that integrated holistic health practices into workplace environments, enhancing employee well-being and productivity.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hormonal Health Nutritionist & Fitness Coach
Private Practice
New York, NY
08.2020 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive client assessments and customized dietary strategies to address hormonal imbalances, focusing on menstrual health, fertility, menopause, and stress-related issues by evaluating unique nutrient and energy requirements for each patient based on BMI, lifestyle, and individual medical issues.
- Educate clients on the connection between nutrition, lifestyle, and hormonal wellness, emphasizing gut health, stress management, and toxins.
- Developed personalized nutrition plans targeting hormonal imbalances, stress management, and inflammation reduction.
- Recommended supplements or other natural remedies when appropriate for each client's needs.
- Researched new trends in fitness technology as well as nutritional supplements that can benefit client's overall health and wellbeing.
Corporate Nutrition and Fitness Specialist
PELOTON- EXOS
New York, NY
11.2023 - 01.2025
- Developed tailored programs targeting weight regulation, hormone stability, and performance advancement.
- Created tailored exercise and conditioning plans for clients.
- Boosted employee participation by presenting wellness content through interactive sessions and well-crafted materials.
- Conducted detailed body composition assessments to customize nutrition and fitness plans.
- Established robust client network through impactful marketing strategies.
- Executed a corporate wellness initiative dedicated to improving stress resilience, dietary habits, meal preparation strategies, and physical fitness.
- Collaborated with in-house groups like Thrive @ Peloton and LITH to deliver wellness programs.
- Aligned workout programs with business objectives while promoting workplace health culture.
Senior Nutritionist
Children's Aid Society
New York, NY
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Delivered tailored nutrition education programs to enhance community health awareness.
- Instructed clients on proper portion sizes for meals based on their age, gender, activity level and body type.
- Analyzed clients' eating habits, outlined areas for improvement and developed goal plans with ideal life changes to support wellness.
- Researched and identified ingredients and nutritional components of foods, diets and menu choices.
- Referred patients to other relevant services to foster continuity of care.
- Developed and implemented nutrition plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Community Nutrition Educator
Bronxworks
New York, NY
10.2022 - 11.2023
- Developed and implemented nutrition education programs for a variety of audiences in the community.
- Assisted in developing educational materials such as handouts, fact sheets, brochures, newsletters and web-based resources.
- Referred patients to other relevant services to foster continuity of care.
- Actively participated in team meetings discussing new ideas or approaches for improving program effectiveness.
- Worked closely with community partners to develop strategies that will lead to improved access to nutritious foods.
Intern Dietitian
The pavilion- Rehabilitation and nursing
Queens, NY
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and outcomes.
- Helped individuals manage chronic illnesses with dietary management strategies.
- Advised healthcare providers about appropriate modifications to existing diets.
- Conducted nutrition assessments, collected data, and monitored progress of clients in accordance with established protocols.
- Worked with food service personnel to update patient meal programs and public cafeteria menus.
Education
Master of Science - Nutrition And Exercise Physiology
Columbia University
New York, NY05-2026
Certificate - Hormonal Health
Institute of Integrative Nutrition
New York, NY08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Health
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY05-2022
Certification - Health Coach
Institute of Integrative Nutrition
New York, NY07-2020
Certification - Personal Trainer
ISSA
New York, NY04-2020
Skills
- Nutritional evaluation and counseling
- Body composition analysis
- Weight Management Proficiency
- Group Activity Management
- Hormonal Wellness Expertise
- Corporate Health Strategies
- Nutrition for Athletic Performance
- Fitness program development
- Microsoft Office Applications Knowledge
- iOS Proficiency
- Time management
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Effective Team Collaboration
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Certified First Aid / CPR
Timeline
Corporate Nutrition and Fitness Specialist
PELOTON- EXOS
11.2023 - 01.2025
Senior Nutritionist
Children's Aid Society
11.2022 - 11.2023
Community Nutrition Educator
Bronxworks
10.2022 - 11.2023
Intern Dietitian
The pavilion- Rehabilitation and nursing
07.2022 - 09.2022
Hormonal Health Nutritionist & Fitness Coach
Private Practice
08.2020 - Current
Master of Science - Nutrition And Exercise Physiology
Columbia University
Certificate - Hormonal Health
Institute of Integrative Nutrition
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Health
Brooklyn College
Certification - Health Coach
Institute of Integrative Nutrition
Certification - Personal Trainer
ISSA
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