Liana R.N. S.
About Liana R.N. S.
Liana R.N. S. serves as the Community Evaluation Coordinator at the Minnesota Department of Health, where she has worked since 2016. She has extensive experience in public health evaluation, including the development of Tableau dashboards for Covid-19 initiatives and leading cross-sectoral teams to enhance the Minnesota food system.
Work at Minnesota Department of Health
Liana R.N. S. has served as the Community Evaluation Coordinator at the Minnesota Department of Health since 2016. In this role, she has been responsible for creating Tableau dashboards that facilitate Covid-19 case investigations, contact tracing, and vaccine distribution. Her work focuses on evaluating community health initiatives and ensuring effective public health responses.
Education and Expertise
Liana R.N. S. holds a Master of Public Health degree from the University of Minnesota, where she studied Nutrition from 2013 to 2015. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Family Studies from St. Olaf College, completing her studies from 2004 to 2008. Her educational background supports her expertise in public health evaluation and nutrition.
Background
Liana R.N. S. has a diverse background in research and public health. She began her career with various internships and research positions at the University of Minnesota, including roles as a Research Coordinator and Research Assistant in the Department of Psychiatry. Her experience also includes a Clinical Dietitian Internship at Allina Health and a Public Health Nutrition Internship.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Liana R.N. S. has led significant evaluation efforts, including assessing the feasibility and impact of a pilot study aimed at increasing produce availability in small stores across Minnesota. She co-led a cross-sectoral team to develop recommendations for monitoring the Minnesota food system, contributing to the Minnesota Food Charter. Additionally, she has coordinated evaluations of key indicators in metropolitan comprehensive plans.