Anthony Nuñez Fernandez
Director, Community Health Worker Program @RWJBarnabas Health
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WORK HISTORY
Director, Community Health Worker Program @RWJBarnabas Health
Leading regional community health and population health strategy across hospital and community settings. I focus on scaling interdisciplinary programs, that connect clinical care with real world patient needs for the most vulnerable patients. This includes, Medicaid, pediatric asthma and maternal health initiatives, while integrating CHWs into clinical workflows to reduce avoidable utilization and improve health outcomes. Proven ability to build data driven infrastructure, and KPI reporting to drive performance, while partnering with FQHCs and CBO\'s to remove social drivers of health barriers and expand access to healthcare.
EDUCATION
St. Benedict's Prep School
Highschool Diploma
Montclair State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Public Health with a Concentration in Community Health Education
SKILLS
ABOUT ANTHONY NUÑEZ FERNANDEZ
As a first-generation Latino immigrant and Newark native, my lived experience has made me dedicated to eliminating health disparities, expanding access to care, and building stronger communities through data-driven, people centered healthcare solutions.With 10+ years in public service and healthcare leadership, I specialize in removing Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) barriers, developing community-based health programs, and leading cross-sector partnerships that create measurable impact. Currently, as Director of Community Health Workers at RWJBarnabas Health, I lead initiatives that bridge the gap between healthcare systems and underserved communities, ensuring equitable, culturally competent care.My expertise includes: Operations & Workforce Development: Leading and scaling high-impact programs. Community & Population Health Strategy: Implementing SDoH interventions that improve outcomes. Patient Navigation & Quality Improvement: Ensuring patient-centered, culturally competent healthcare. Data-Driven Decision-Making: Using analytics to inform strategy and measure success. Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership: Building strong networks across healthcare, government, and community organizations.Beyond my professional work, I am passionate about mentorship, leadership development, and fostering the next generation of healthcare professionals. I believe in collaboration and taking action to create lasting change.Let’s connect!
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