OPS SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64950299 1
State of Florida, Delray Beach, FL, United States
OPS SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64950299 1
Date: Mar 12, 2026
Requisition No: 871908
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: OPS SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64950299 1
Location: DELRAY BEACH, FL, 33445
Responsibilities
Plans and manages comprehensive nutritional care component of a large, designated caseload of clients in the County Health Department primary care services including maternity, family planning clinics and HIV/AIDS.
Conducts nutrition assessments and individual counseling, Medical Nutrition Therapy on normal and therapeutic diets.
Provides nutrition consultation for contracted agencies. Provides group nutrition in specialty clinics.
Educates clients on glucose self-monitoring. Coordinates assigned food assistance programs.
Documents client contacts and client services in the Electronic Health Record. Participates in client case management conferences with other health center staff.
Coordinates and evaluates diabetes care program for the Comprehensive Nutrition Program.
Researchs current American Diabetes Association guidelines for diabetes, including gestational diabetes, and assists supervisor in designing protocols and procedures.
Coordinates nutrition education programs for community agencies at worksite locations through presentations, health fairs and community nutrition classes.
Identifies and develops nutrition resources for community projects. Interprets current scientific information of food, nutrition, diet and health to professionals, agencies and the public.
Assists with coordinating the Therapeutic Nutrition Treatment (TNT) food assistance program for HIV/AIDS clients. Manages program design, food procurement, inventory control and EHR documentation.
Coordinates TNT program with Medical Nutrition Therapy services and follows all critical control procedures and guidelines established by Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and the Ryan White Program.
Monitors and evaluates TNT Program with nutrition staff.
Performs blood glucose testing according to Palm Beach CHD Laboratory Procedure Manual and DHM 150-24 as required. Performs finger sticks to obtain blood sample using universal precautions. Cleans and sanitizes blood collection area and equipment.
Evaluates effectiveness of nutritional care. Participates in quality improvement activities. Summarizes and analyzes nutrition activities and services at regular intervals.
Serves as consultant and resource person on nutrition for health department staff. Assists in planning and supervising field experience for nutrition students, interns and medical residents. Participates in staff meetings, in-service training and other staff development activities. Maintains records and prepares reports.
Plans and/or participates in outcome studies and surveys on the nutritional aspect of health and disease. Collects and maintains data relating to studies and surveys. Assists in data analysis and prepares summary data.
May be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty may include working in special needs shelters or responding to disaster threats.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Licensure/registration/certification requirements: The incumbents must 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.
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 Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Benefits
State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements)
Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
Your responses to qualifying questions 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.
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 before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.
Retirees of the Florida Retirement System must check with the FRS on how their current benefits may be affected if re-employed.
The successful candidate will complete the Form I-9 and information will be verified using the E-Verify system.
All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center in advance.
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.
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.
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Requisition No: 871908
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: OPS SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64950299 1
Location: DELRAY BEACH, FL, 33445
Responsibilities
Plans and manages comprehensive nutritional care component of a large, designated caseload of clients in the County Health Department primary care services including maternity, family planning clinics and HIV/AIDS.
Conducts nutrition assessments and individual counseling, Medical Nutrition Therapy on normal and therapeutic diets.
Provides nutrition consultation for contracted agencies. Provides group nutrition in specialty clinics.
Educates clients on glucose self-monitoring. Coordinates assigned food assistance programs.
Documents client contacts and client services in the Electronic Health Record. Participates in client case management conferences with other health center staff.
Coordinates and evaluates diabetes care program for the Comprehensive Nutrition Program.
Researchs current American Diabetes Association guidelines for diabetes, including gestational diabetes, and assists supervisor in designing protocols and procedures.
Coordinates nutrition education programs for community agencies at worksite locations through presentations, health fairs and community nutrition classes.
Identifies and develops nutrition resources for community projects. Interprets current scientific information of food, nutrition, diet and health to professionals, agencies and the public.
Assists with coordinating the Therapeutic Nutrition Treatment (TNT) food assistance program for HIV/AIDS clients. Manages program design, food procurement, inventory control and EHR documentation.
Coordinates TNT program with Medical Nutrition Therapy services and follows all critical control procedures and guidelines established by Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and the Ryan White Program.
Monitors and evaluates TNT Program with nutrition staff.
Performs blood glucose testing according to Palm Beach CHD Laboratory Procedure Manual and DHM 150-24 as required. Performs finger sticks to obtain blood sample using universal precautions. Cleans and sanitizes blood collection area and equipment.
Evaluates effectiveness of nutritional care. Participates in quality improvement activities. Summarizes and analyzes nutrition activities and services at regular intervals.
Serves as consultant and resource person on nutrition for health department staff. Assists in planning and supervising field experience for nutrition students, interns and medical residents. Participates in staff meetings, in-service training and other staff development activities. Maintains records and prepares reports.
Plans and/or participates in outcome studies and surveys on the nutritional aspect of health and disease. Collects and maintains data relating to studies and surveys. Assists in data analysis and prepares summary data.
May be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty may include working in special needs shelters or responding to disaster threats.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Licensure/registration/certification requirements: The incumbents must 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.
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 Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Benefits
State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements)
Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
Your responses to qualifying questions 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.
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 before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.
Retirees of the Florida Retirement System must check with the FRS on how their current benefits may be affected if re-employed.
The successful candidate will complete the Form I-9 and information will be verified using the E-Verify system.
All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center in advance.
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.
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.
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