Regina Cruz
McAllen,Texas
Summary
Motivated nutrition student pursuing a career as a Clinical Registered Dietitian with a focus on plant-based nutrition, sustainability, chronic disease prevention, and post-partum maternal care
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
H-E-B Curbside
H-E-B
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Hours per week: 25-35
- Provided friendly, efficient customer service while loading groceries into customers’ vehicles.
- Thrived in a fast-paced environment, adapting quickly to high customer volume and meeting strict time goals.
- Communicated effectively with team members and supervisors to fulfill orders and resolve issues quickly.
Team Member
Smoothie King
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Hours per week: 22-24
- Cashier, smoothie & bowl maker, cleaning, food preparations, provided great customer service, collaborated with co-workers to create a safe and fun environment, built many relationships, and bonded with many customers
- Informed the customers about the nutrition facts from our products, helped guide customers to eat what's appropriate to their desired goals
- Attended community events to promote products, such as All Star Nutrition promotion event, Quinta Mazatlan Yoga class, and Anytime Fitness Gym grand opening ceremony
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition (Dietetics)
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX06-2029
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
- Leadership
- Flexible and adaptable
- Multitasking
- Organization and time management
Certification
Certification – Fundamentals of Animal Science (Elanco)
• Certified in Fundamentals of Animal Sciences with training in livestock production, animal behavior, nutrition, disease prevention, reproduction, and safe animal handling practices
Certification – Community Health Worker (Texas Health and Human Services)
• Completed 1,000+ hours of training and successfully passed the state certification exam
• Developed skills in community outreach, patient navigation, health education, resource linkage, and health advocacy
FCCLA State Qualifier – Nutrition & Wellness Level III
• Earned 2nd place in Region 5 during senior year of high school
• Created and presented a four-week nutrition project exploring the real-life impact of a Whole-Foods, Plant-Based, Low-Fat diet
• Tracked changes in a participant’s blood work before and after the project, noticing improvements in LDL cholesterol, vitamin levels, and hormonal balance
• Gained hands-on experience applying nutrition science and communicating findings in a clear, engaging way
HOBBIES
• Developing and sharing whole-food, plant-based recipes through a personal vegan cooking platform
• Reading for personal growth and continued learning, especially in nutrition, health, and wellness
• Sustainable living and outdoor adventures
• Staying active through strength training, yoga, and biking; former competitive cyclist
• Learning new languages, including German and American Sign Language (ASL)
• Engaging in community service and health-focused outreach
Languages
Spanish & English
Native or Bilingual
ASL
Elementary
German
Elementary
Timeline
H-E-B Curbside
H-E-B
03.2025 - 06.2025
Team Member
Smoothie King
10.2022 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition (Dietetics)
Texas Woman's University