VICKI ESTES BRUFF, MPH, MS, RD

Phone (269) 221-1213 vickibruff@gmail.com QUALIFICATIONS

Over 20 years of project management and personnel supervisory experience in health care, Proven ability to organize and manage a facility and work group. Recognized for high integrity, work ethic, and the ability to work with very diverse clients and staff. Outstanding skills in assessing what is needed, recommending sensible solutions, and effectively Received numerous Honor Awards for superior performance. Possess Master of Public Health (Health Education and Nutrition) and Master of Science in Nutrition. Proficient in online learning systems.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE ANDREWS UNIVERSITY, Berrien Springs, MI Aug 2012-Present Instructor and Researcher Provided health education design and evaluation expertise to Department of Community and International Development, Andrews University to secure USAID funding for health education project in Madagascar. o Project collaborative effort between WISE Tominsina and Andrews University Community and International Development program. o Study funded for $20,000 is the influence of family dynamics on contraceptive use in Madagascar and the ensuing impact on family well-being. o Data collected for study this last summer; having a 9-month timeline to analyze data, present findings to stakeholders and community organizations in Madagascar, and publish in peer reviewed literature. Taught classes for the department of Nutrition and Wellness (i.e., Nutrition and Aging, Fit for Life, and Metabolism), and tutored nontraditional students in anatomy, physiology, chemistry, biochemistry, and cell function so they could participate in nutrition, wellness, and fitness courses. Monitored research funding opportunities, department resources, and research interests to develop research proposals. UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, Ishpeming, Michigan Oct 2009-Sept 2010 Local Census Office Manager for 2010 Census Responsible for all 2010 Census operations across the entire Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Coordinated five division managers to complete multiple, simultaneous, time-sensitive operations. Complete work ahead of schedule and 20% under budget (budget of $8 million). Received commendations for quality assurance and quality control exceeding national and regional standards. Promoted participation for 2010 Census via press conferences, radio and TV interviews, team meetings, district meetings, and presentations to consumers and advocacy groups. Established working relationships with stakeholders among industry, local government, and tribal populations across the Upper Peninsula. Successfully coordinated a workforce of 1,750 people across a 16452 square miles and two time zones, using teleconferencing during significant winter storms that limited travel. Also, used alternative means of transportation (snowmobiles, boats, planes) while complying with regional policies and budget. motivating staff to implement them in a spirit of collaboration. government, and research settings.

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MUNISING MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, Munising, Michigan Oct 2004-Aug 2008 Director of Support Services Supervised 18 full-time staff among various departmentsfood services, dietary services (inpatient and outpatient), Meals on Wheels, housekeeping services, and infection control/hazardous chemicals. Developed and implemented training among all hospital employees, physicians staff, and assistedliving staff in proper use and safety concerns regarding chemicals on-site, and the benefits for complying with MRSA and isolation standards. Brought support services into compliance with accepted standards of care, joint commission standards, regulatory standards, and patient care needs. Developed job descriptions, policies and procedures, standards of care, and quality improvement monitoring systems relative to support services. Reviewed, revised, recommended, and implemented sustainable practices throughout the organization through reports, meetings, and educational events. Designed and implemented new hospital facilities for these services, including coordinating crossfunctional efforts between the contractors and staff to ensure new building and building processes were in full compliance with NIOSH, OSHA, and state regulations. SUPERIOR WALK-IN CLINIC, Munising, Michigan Feb- June 2003 Consultant Provided technical expertise to establish in-house computerized billing system Recommended new billing/medical records system most suitable for long term cost effectiveness, accessibility to management reports, as well as suitability to accept data converted from UNIX based to HIPPA compliant web based system. Suggested staffing ratios and provided cost projections for transition. Set up guidelines, advised billing and supervisory staff in procedures to reduce uncollectible accounts, decrease re-submissions, and improve turnaround time for receivables. Reduced turnaround time on 90% of receivables to less than ten days, from date of service, in the first 60 days of implementation of new system. Developed orientation to system change to 2 physicians, 4 physician assistants, 6 nursing staff, and 10 office staff. HEALTHstyles Inc. (Health education consulting firm), Munising, Michigan 1989-Present Owner Designed, developed, and delivered employee wellness programming, nutrition services, and fitness consultation. Provided consultation to mental health, public health , home care agencies, long-term care, and adult care facilities Conducted numerous workshops, seminars, presentations, and working materials Clients include Kimberly Clark, Hiawatha National Forest, Seney National Wildlife Refuge, and Horton Manufacturing etc. MUNISING MEDICAL CENTER, Munising, Michigan 1988-2003 Consultant - Contract Manager Supervised 10 office staff and 5 nursing staff. Reduced staff by three full-time equivalents while reducing turnaround on receivables by five weeks. This was accomplished while complying with staff schedule preferences, staff retirements, and seniority system. Instructed novice staff use of computer system, trained to create redundancies for each critical staff position, and reassigned work to increase efficiency.
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Designed and implemented Novell network computer system for patient records, medical billing, Reduced accounts receivables turnaround time from 7-9 weeks to 2-3 weeks based on payee. Maintained working relationships with traveling medical specialties, MD hospital consultants, as well as home health, public health, and social assistance agencies. Worked with State of Michigan to establish comprehensive well child and well adult periodic exams, as recommended by American Academy of Pediatrics, and American Academy of Family Practice. Provided direct nutrition, lifestyle, and fitness consultation to patients and groups per MD, and designed nutritional/lifestyle nutrition intervention system complying with federal/state regulations. EDUCATION

MS, Nutrition MPH, Health Education and Public Health Nutrition Loma Linda University Loma Linda, CA BA, Biology (minor, Communications) University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA Certifications Registered Dietitian (R591238) 1981-2001, 2013-Present American Dietetic Association Health Fitness Specialist Certification 1984-Present American College of Sports Medicine PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE) American Dietetic Association (ADA) American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) American Cancer Society Practice Greenhealth Healthcare without Harm Victory Garden Initiative Girls on the Run Peninsula Waters Girl Scout Council Church Board Member, School Board Member AMERICAN MEDICAL EXPEDITION TO EVEREST Dietary Advisor OPERATION EVEREST II, US ARMY LAB OF ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE (NATICK, MA) Dietary Advisor

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