Driven and compassionate manager that collaborates to develop and foster positive change in health organizations. Strong understanding of data and quality improvement processes.
Education and Training
University of ArizonaPhoenix, ArizonaExpected in 2012 ā āMaster of Public Health:Public Health Practice - GPA:
University of Illinois at ChicagoChicago, IllinoisExpected in 2009 ā āBachelor of Science:Movement Sciences - GPA:
University of Illinois at ChicagoChicago, IllinoisExpected in 2009 ā āBachelor of Science:Nutrition Science - GPA:
Skill Highlights
Proven patience and self-discipline
Effectively influences others
Critical thinking proficiency
Quality improvement
Data driven
Work History
Arizona Department of Health Services- Data and Quality Assurance Section Chief Phoenix, Arizona07/2012 - Current
University of Arizona-Cooperative Extension- Extern-Pest Management Phoenix, Arizona04/2012 - 07/2012
University of Illinois at Chicago- Nutrition Specialist Chicago, Illinois05/2009 - 05/2011
Professional Experience
Arizona Department Of Health Services - Data and Quality Assurance Section Chief City, STATE, 07/2012 - Current
Overcame a culture of mistrust among stakeholders and current employer to develop and Implement standards that optimize patient care. Developed processes and that will change health care and evaluation of health programs. through data continuum and the performance assessment process.
University Of Arizona-Cooperative Extension - Extern- Pest Integrated Management City, STATE, 04/2012 - 07/2012
Explored new modern communication techniques for educating clientĆØle on the importance of agricultural while organizing community meetings in the field. Expanded skill set to include pest management assessment techniques (sweeping, analyzing samples, and insect identification).
Chicago Partnership For Health Promotion - Visiting Nutrition Specialist City, STATE, 05/2009 - 06/2011
Developed community and partner relationships to create health environments in low income communities with a staff of six individuals.
University Of Illinois - Chicago Personal Trainer , , 12/2003 - 05/2009
Work with various clients in a fitness setting to facilitate exercise routines and ensure compliance in order to attain results.
Languages
Bilingual- Read, write and speak English and Spanish
Interests
Worksite Wellness Consultant: Established wellness programs at work sites which included a behavioral, fitness, and nutrition component with collaboration from professors. Organizations include the El Valor, Lawndale Christian Fitness Center, Project FLAME, YMCA, Christopher House, and the Chicago Park District. Organizations Awards Urban Health Program (UIC) Fellow's Program Allied Health Program (UIC) Outstanding Service Award Applied Health Sciences Student Council (UIC) Chancellor's Award Health Professionals Student Council (UIC) Illinois Supporting All Veterans Equally (I-SAVE) Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly American Dietetic Association) National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
Publications
Disparities in Bystander CPR and Neurologic Outcomes from Cardiac Arrest According to Neighborhood Ethnicity Characteristics in Arizona. Poster presentation to the American Heart Association, Resuscitation Science Symposium, Scientific Sessions in Dallas, Texas. November, 2013. Circulation; in press. Chikani, V., Ray-Ng, A., Vossbrink, A., Claire, R., Patel, N., Bobrow, B., Moon, S., Salvino, C. The Impact of Level IV Trauma Center Designation in a State Trauma System: Survival, Length of Stay and Charges. Arizona Department of Health Services. Chikani, V., Brophy, M., Vossbrink, A., Salvino, C, Bobrow, B, Hussaini, K., Claire, R. (2012). Self- Pay Victims Have a Higher Mortality Rate. Arizona Department of Health Services.
Additional Information
Volunteering Background: Worksite Wellness Consultant: Established wellness programs at work sites which included a behavioral, fitness, and nutrition component with collaboration from professors. Organizations include the El Valor, Lawndale Christian Fitness Center, Project FLAME, YMCA, Christopher House, and the Chicago Park District. Organizations Awards Urban Health Program (UIC) Fellow's Program Allied Health Program (UIC) Outstanding Service Award Applied Health Sciences Student Council (UIC) Chancellor's Award Health Professionals Student Council (UIC) Illinois Supporting All Veterans Equally (I-SAVE) Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly American Dietetic Association) National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
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