Senior Public Health Nutritionist - 64064131
Company: State of Florida
Location: West Palm Beach
Posted on: April 15, 2024
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Job Description:
Requisition No: 823425
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64064131
Position Number: 64064131
Salary: $52,192.66 (Includes a CAD of $956.80)
Posting Closing Date: 04/15/2024
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Specific Responsibilities:
This is a Senior Public Health Nutritionist position in the Florida
Department of Health Palm Beach County Health Department. This
position plans and provides comprehensive nutrition care and
education services within the Special Supplemental Nutrition
Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) in health clinics and
other community settings. Work is performed under the supervision
of the Public Health Nutritionist Supervisor. This position serves
as a Lead Worker position. This position requires independent
judgment, initiative, applying general knowledge of business
practices and skill in applying instructions to accomplish various
job functions. This position complies with the mandatory
requirements in Section 215.422 F.S. and Chapter 3A-24 Florida
Administrative Code regarding prompt payment process of special
formula.
This position is designated as a sensitive position and is required
to maintain confidential information in accordance with the Florida
Department of Health (FDOH) Palm Beach County Health Department
(CHD) Information Security Policy, Protocols and Procedures.
Confidential information data sets include: Social Security;
Clinical Information; WIC, and Administrative. This position may
view, update or release confidential information. Has access to the
WIC FL WiSE System, Health Management System (HMS) and QFLOW.
Assesses nutritional and dietary needs of high risk and medically
high-risk clients in the community. Provides nutritional care,
management and education for high-risk clients in primary care
clinics. Reviews medical data, determines nutritional care needs,
develops plan of care. Provides individual and group nutritional
counseling for the client population. Certifies eligible clients
for the WIC Program and provides or arranges for required
follow-up. Works with Breastfeeding Coordinator to organize,
promote, and support breastfeeding for WIC clients. Documents
client contacts and services in appropriate records.
Participates in development and revision of protocols and standards
of care. Participates in Community Health Program, WIC Program and
health center quality improvement activities. Participates in teams
or committees as appropriate. Acts on behalf of the Public Health
Nutritionist Supervisor during absences as assigned. Participates
in the provision and/or arrangement of on-the-job training of staff
for nutrition staff. Assists in the scheduling and assignment of
work functions of nutrition staff to ensure optimum delivery of
customer services and nutrition education to participants.
Provides nutrition services in off-site facilities serving health
center clients. Develops referral network with community groups and
agencies serving FDOH CHO clients. Participates in WIC outreach
activities. Coordinates WIC referrals from private providers and
HMO's. Participate in the development of the WIC Program Plan and
program objectives.
As the Lead worker position, will coordinates and assigned work in
the absence of the supervisor. Represent the program at meeting
presentations or seminar as needed. Other Lead duties as assigned.
This leadership does not include evaluating other's performance or
administering disciplinary actions.
Provides expert consultation and technical assistance to health
care professionals and health center staff. Works with health care
team to ensure that comprehensive nutritional care is provided for
clients. Assists in providing field experience for nutrition
students and interns. Participates in staff meetings, in-service
training and other staff development activities. Provides
continuing education and consultation for WIC staff, CHD staff and
community agencies or organizations.
Perform hemoglobin/hematocrit tests according to FDOH CHD
Laboratory Procedure Manual and DHM 150-24. Disposes of blood
contaminated materials in compliance with OSHA regulations. Cleans
and sanitizes blood collection area and equipment.
Interprets and disseminates current scientific information for
target audiences. Utilizes mass media for dissemination of
nutrition information. Plans and coordinates assembly of audio and
visual teaching aids.
Maintains records and reports. Completes time sheets, EARS and
other reports as needed and according to established deadlines.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Qualifications:
Licensure/registration/certification requirements (If applicable,
list the appropriate Florida Statute or federal regulation
cite):
* This occupation requires that the incumbents meet the
requirements outlined in Chapter 468, Part X, Florida Statutes, or
be eligible to practice dietetics in accordance with Chapter
64B8-40 to 45, Florida Administrative Code. And/or Registration as
a dietitian as defined by the American Dietetic Association.
Other job-related requirements for this position:
Working hours: (A) Daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5::00 p.m. (B) Total
hours in workweek 40 (C) Explain any variation in work (split
shift, rotation, etc.)
* Work hours may be adjusted to accommodate evening and /or weekend
clinics or activities.
Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:
Mission:
To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida
through integrated state, county & community efforts.
Vision:
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
Values:
I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources
wisely.
C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve
problems.
A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers &
engaging our partners.
E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning &
continuous performance improvement.
Where You Will Work:
6405 Indiantown Road,
Jupiter, FL 33458
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The
State's total compensation package for employees features a highly
competitive set of employee benefits including:
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For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs,
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Please be advised:
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be
verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic
application process.
This position requires a security background check and/or drug
screening and participation in direct deposit. Any
misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment
consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social
Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check.
Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment
for safety-sensitive positions.
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be
eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the
Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have
a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more
information, please visit the SSS website:
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please
check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if
you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current
retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible
depending upon the date of your retirement.
The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9
and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.
E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in
partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify
employment eligibility.
Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before,
during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation
with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida
Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members
of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by
encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of
knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program,
which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department
also waives initial licensing and application fees for military
veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60
months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure
that the transition from military service into the workforce is as
smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication
devoted to protecting our country.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative
Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence
in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the
Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring
authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735).
Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to
allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees
are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with
Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes,
candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive
preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are
encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to
receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.
Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting
documentation with each submission that includes character of
service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any
other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida
Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation
requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is
due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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