About Me:
As a dedicated public health leader, I am deeply committed to fostering positive impact and promoting well-being within rural communities. With a passion for leadership, technology, and creative community engagement, I strive to bridge the gap between complex health concepts and accessible understanding. My journey in public health has been defined by a relentless pursuit of innovation, collaboration, and empowerment. I invite you to please join me as I share my story, experiences, and vision for a healthier, more equitable future. Let's embark on this journey together, fueled by a shared commitment to making a meaningful difference in the world.
Catalyst for Change: Navigating the Intersection of Science, Service, and Health Equity
With a Doctorate in Public Health, specializing in Healthcare Management and Policy, I have dedicated my career to transforming health services through visionary leadership and innovative program design. My journey has been marked by a deep commitment to enhancing operational efficiency, achieving high compliance rates, and nurturing team growth, particularly within diverse healthcare settings.
Over the course of my career, I have demonstrated a strong ability to enhance operational efficiency and staff retention, maintaining an 88% compliance rate for nutrition interventions over the past 6 months as the CEO of a nutrition counseling education center. Within the practice, I have led strategic initiatives that significantly improved patient care and operational performance through innovative technology integration and deep compassion. I built advanced experience managing all health insurance credentialing and billing to increase service accessibility, which has sharpened my skills in budgeting, ensuring financial efficiency, and navigating complex policies and standards to maintain compliance and optimize service delivery.
As the Clinical Nutrition Department Manager at Stillwater Billings Clinic, I supervised and managed a sound team, improved staff retention to 100%, and ensured comprehensive health and wellness programs exceeded industry standards through interdisciplinary collaboration and compliance management.
At the University of Montana, as a Public Health Registered Dietitian and Wellness Coach, I created extensive wellness content focused on positive health behaviors, catering especially to the unique needs of diverse populations.
Throughout my professional journey, my unconditional passion for health education and equity continues to strengthen, while I look forward to developing and learning from wellness programs that support both mental and physical health within rural communities.
I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to bring my expertise in strategic planning, program development, team leadership, and financial stewardship to Montana State University Billings, where I aim to contribute to the university's mission of providing proactive, accessible, and inclusive health care. My goal is to foster an environment that not only supports the well-being of students but also drives them towards developing a strong sense of self-autonomy for both their mental and physical health.
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I'm always looking for new and exciting opportunities! Please connect with me via phone or email.
(720) 256-9843