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This position may be filled in the following parishes: East Baton Rouge
Join a dynamic, mission-driven role where your expertise makes a statewide impact! This Public Health Nutritionist position offers the opportunity to serve as a regional leader in specialized nutrition services across Capitol Region 2. You’ll play a vital role in shaping and delivering programs that support children and families through initiatives like CSHS, the Louisiana Genetics Program, and WIC. With regular travel and hands-on fieldwork, no two days are the same—ideal for professionals who thrive on variety, collaboration, and meaningful public health work. If you're ready to take your nutrition career beyond the desk and into communities across the state, this is your chance to make a difference.
Possession of a permanent Louisiana Dietitian/Nutritionist license plus three years of licensed experience in public health nutrition or dietetics in a clinical setting.The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:Provides expert nutrition consultation to physicians, nurses, and clients in specialized clinics including CSHS, Genetics, Chronic Disease, and WIC
Develops and implements individualized nutrition care plans, delivering medical nutrition therapy, counseling, and referrals for high-risk participants
Collaborates with physicians and allied health professionals to communicate patient needs and coordinate comprehensive care
Conducts home visits as needed and partners with social service agencies on sensitive cases, including child neglect concerns
Manages and distributes specialized medical and metabolic formulas, ensuring compliance with program policies and patient needs
Serves as a key resource to the public by addressing questions and providing guidance on CSHS, Genetics, and WIC programs
Supports program operations and continuity by supervising staff, monitoring documentation and compliance, and assisting regional clinics during staff absences
Location: Office of Public Health / Region 2-BRCO/ East Baton Rouge Parish
Appointment Type:This position may be filled as aProbationary appointment or a Promotional appointment
Cost Center:3262109002
Position Number(s):75866
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
Paul Tran
LA Department of Health (LDH)
Division of Human Resources
PO Box 4818
Baton Rouge, LA 70821
225-342-6477
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