MARIA C. “CHRISTINA” MIRANDA
Tucson, AZ 85714
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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Reliable and competent Nutrition Education Specialist with experience in education, tutoring and mentoring.
Strong relationship building skills and a passion for advancing nutrition and health.
QUALIFICATIONS
•Customer and patient oriented professional with healthcare experience
•Knowledgeable in nutrition and health education
•Proficient with medical terminology
•Experienced with weighing and measuring equipment
•Skilled with charting in electronic patient records
•CPR/First Aid Certified
•Strong organizational skills and multi-tasking abilities
•Computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Typing 60 wpm
•Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, Bilingual English and Spanish
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science-Nutritional Sciences/Spanish, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
Associate of Science-Respiratory Therapist, Pima Medical Institute, Tucson, AZ
High School Diploma, Pueblo High School, Tucson, AZ
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Basketball and Track Coach, Saints Peter and Paul Catholic School, Tucson, AZ – August 2010-April 2011
•Taught fundamentals of sports including teamwork, leadership skills, multi-tasking
•Developed practices, plays and techniques for students to adapt to game situations
•Helped students become more confident, focused and organized
Respiratory Therapist, Tucson Medical Center, Tucson, AZ – July 2008-September 2009
•Delivered aerosol treatments, provided oxygen, performed CPR, maintained equipment
•Provided customer service to patients including patient education
•Worked as a team with nurses and doctors to give patients optimal healthcare outcomes
Warehouse Specialist, Circuit City, Tucson, AZ – September 2006- February 2007
•Warehouse duties including stocking, loading, unloading, inventory of merchandise
Junior Varsity Girls Basketball and Softball Coach, Pueblo High School, Tucson, AZ – August 2003-February 2006
•Implemented and planned practices and game strategies
•Taught basic fundamentals of sports and teamwork and instilled confidence in students
•Emphasized time management with academic responsibilities in combination with athletics
•Developed an after-school tutoring program to promote team eligibility and build trusting relationships