SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64005672 1 1
State of Florida, Tampa, FL, United States
Senior Public Health Nutritionist (SPHN)
Pay Plan: Career Service
Salary: $51,792.73 - $56,972.00
Responsibilities
Certify clients and identify nutrition risks based on assessment questionnaires, health data and history; assign food packages according to nutrition assessment and program criteria.
Provide breastfeeding education, support, and referrals.
Collect anthropometric data by conducting height/ stature and weight measurements; perform finger-stick hemoglobin testing for Women, Infants and Children participants.
Develop, document, and implement nutrition care plans based on nutrition needs and other current health plans; provide follow‑up and referrals as needed.
Provide WIC nutrition assessments and counseling on normal and therapeutic diets; conduct second nutrition education contacts for all families on record and high‑risk/medical clients.
Assist in ensuring proper clinic operations; perform supervisory functions, oversee clinic operations, resolve issues in supervisor’s absence.
Provide individual and group education sessions for clients and others as needed.
Submit required reports such as travel, People First, and Health Management System (HMS) within assigned timeframes.
Travel to other clinic locations within Hillsborough County as directed; perform duties delegated by the Senior Public Health Nutritionist Supervisor or Program Manager.
Translate documents and communications when fluent in another language.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal Women, Infants and Children Program policies and procedures.
Knowledge of current science and practice of food, nutrition, and dietetics; understanding of normal nutrition principles across the life cycle.
Ability to assess appropriate and effective feeding for women, infants and children.
Counsel using Value-Enhanced Nutrition Assessment (VENA) techniques.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Proficiency with computer and related tools (digital scale, balance scale, stature board, Hemocue machine, copier, telephone).
Computer skills: advanced use of Excel, Word, Outlook, and FL-WiSE.
Excellent customer‑service skills; maintain client confidentiality and effective working relationships.
Ability to lift and transfer all supplies required for job duties.
Qualifications Minimum
Bachelor of Science degree or master’s degree in Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, or Home Economics with emphasis in Nutrition per WIC Federal Regulation, CFR, Title 7, Part 246.
Compliance with Chapter 468, Part X, Florida Statutes or eligibility to practice dietetics per Chapter 64B8‑40 to 45, Florida Administrative Code.
Valid State of Florida license as a Dietitian/Nutritionist issued by the Division of Medical Quality Assurance.
Preferred
Bi‑lingual English and Spanish or English and Creole proficiency.
Mission, Vision, and Values Florida Department of Health Mission: To protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts. Vision: To be the healthiest state in the nation. Values: Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness, Excellence.
Benefits
Annual and sick leave benefits.
Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year.
State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision, supplemental).
Retirement plan options with employer contributions.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Tuition waivers for State Universities/Community Colleges.
Additional benefits available through State of Florida total compensation pages.
Equity and Inclusion The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports a drug‑free workplace. The Department is committed to serving veterans, disabled individuals, and other protected classes as required by law.
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Responsibilities
Certify clients and identify nutrition risks based on assessment questionnaires, health data and history; assign food packages according to nutrition assessment and program criteria.
Provide breastfeeding education, support, and referrals.
Collect anthropometric data by conducting height/ stature and weight measurements; perform finger-stick hemoglobin testing for Women, Infants and Children participants.
Develop, document, and implement nutrition care plans based on nutrition needs and other current health plans; provide follow‑up and referrals as needed.
Provide WIC nutrition assessments and counseling on normal and therapeutic diets; conduct second nutrition education contacts for all families on record and high‑risk/medical clients.
Assist in ensuring proper clinic operations; perform supervisory functions, oversee clinic operations, resolve issues in supervisor’s absence.
Provide individual and group education sessions for clients and others as needed.
Submit required reports such as travel, People First, and Health Management System (HMS) within assigned timeframes.
Travel to other clinic locations within Hillsborough County as directed; perform duties delegated by the Senior Public Health Nutritionist Supervisor or Program Manager.
Translate documents and communications when fluent in another language.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal Women, Infants and Children Program policies and procedures.
Knowledge of current science and practice of food, nutrition, and dietetics; understanding of normal nutrition principles across the life cycle.
Ability to assess appropriate and effective feeding for women, infants and children.
Counsel using Value-Enhanced Nutrition Assessment (VENA) techniques.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Proficiency with computer and related tools (digital scale, balance scale, stature board, Hemocue machine, copier, telephone).
Computer skills: advanced use of Excel, Word, Outlook, and FL-WiSE.
Excellent customer‑service skills; maintain client confidentiality and effective working relationships.
Ability to lift and transfer all supplies required for job duties.
Qualifications Minimum
Bachelor of Science degree or master’s degree in Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, or Home Economics with emphasis in Nutrition per WIC Federal Regulation, CFR, Title 7, Part 246.
Compliance with Chapter 468, Part X, Florida Statutes or eligibility to practice dietetics per Chapter 64B8‑40 to 45, Florida Administrative Code.
Valid State of Florida license as a Dietitian/Nutritionist issued by the Division of Medical Quality Assurance.
Preferred
Bi‑lingual English and Spanish or English and Creole proficiency.
Mission, Vision, and Values Florida Department of Health Mission: To protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts. Vision: To be the healthiest state in the nation. Values: Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness, Excellence.
Benefits
Annual and sick leave benefits.
Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year.
State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision, supplemental).
Retirement plan options with employer contributions.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Tuition waivers for State Universities/Community Colleges.
Additional benefits available through State of Florida total compensation pages.
Equity and Inclusion The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports a drug‑free workplace. The Department is committed to serving veterans, disabled individuals, and other protected classes as required by law.
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