Brittany Nelson, MS, RD, CHWC

Brittany Nelson, MS, RD, CHWC has a diverse work experience that spans over several years. Brittany currently serves as the Director of Population Health & Well-being at Shepherd Insurance, where they focus on enhancing population health strategies, implementing outcome-based strategies, and supporting culture work. Prior to this, they worked at LHD Benefit Advisors as a Wellness Coordinator/Health Coach, specializing in chronic disease management and providing evidence-based nutrition therapy.

Brittany also gained valuable experience at Riverview Health as a Corporate Wellness Supervisor and Wellness Dietitian, where they provided best practices for employee well-being, delivered presentations, and developed well-being initiatives. Brittany has also worked at Indiana University Health as a Wellness Coordinator, leading and coordinating wellness initiatives in the Northern Indianapolis region.

Additionally, Brittany has served as a Wellness Intern/Onsite Registered Dietitian at the Youth Opportunity Center, where they developed and implemented incentivized wellness programs and provided core training on health and wellness. Brittany also worked at Ball State University as a Graduate Assistant/Onsite Registered Dietitian and Registered Dietitian, focusing on wellness newsletters, coaching, nutrition counseling, and overseeing biometric screenings.

Brittany'searly professional experience includes working as an Undergraduate Honors Student and Research Assistant at Purdue University, where they conducted research studies on the effects of low glycemic index food on metabolism and eating patterns.

Overall, Brittany Nelson has a strong background in population health, wellness coordination, chronic disease management, and nutrition counseling.

Brittany Nelson, MS, RD, CHWC completed their Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Dietetics/Dietitian from Purdue University between 2008 and 2013. Brittany then pursued a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Wellness Management at Ball State University from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, they obtained a Bachelor's degree from Purdue University from 2008 to 2012, although the field of study is not specified.

Brittany has also completed various certifications throughout their career. In 2013, they obtained the Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) certification from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Brittany furthered their certifications by becoming a Wellcoaches® Certified Health and Wellness Coach from Wellcoaches Corporation in April 2022. Brittany also completed the DPP Lifestyle Coach Training for the National Diabetes Prevention Program conducted by the State of Wellness Inc. in April 2021. Additionally, they acquired the Psychological First Aid certification from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network in May 2020. Other certifications they hold include CPR and AED Certification (American Red Cross) and ServSafe Certification (National Restaurant Association), although the specific months and years of completion are not provided.