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84-384 WHITE - GTY CLERK PINK - FINANCE G I TY O F SA I NT PA LT L Couneil � CANARV - DEPARTMENT BLUE - MAVOR File NO. ����� � Co ncil Resolution Presented By ✓ Referred To � �����--� Committee: Date 'rb Out of Committee By Date An administrative Resolution revising the class specifications for the titles of Nutrition Assistant I and Nutrition Assistaat II in the Civil Service Rules. RESOLVED, that the Civil Service Rules be amended by striking from Section 32 the class specifications for the titles of Nutrition Assistant I aad Nutritioa Assistant II and by substituting, in lieu thereof, the attached specifications for the titles of Nutritioa Assistant I and Nutrition Assistant II. Approved: � \.J Chairmaa, Civil Service Commissioa COUIVCILMEIV Requested by Department of: Yeas ��� Nays � PERSONNEL OFFICE Drew [n Favor Masanz NiCOSia seheibeF— � __ A gai n s t BY Tedesco Wilson MAR 2 0 1984 Form A roved Ci At o n Adopted by Council: Date � l�' Certifie ou .i S t BY t a s A►pp vor: Dat MAR 2 0 198� Approve Mayor for Submis ion to Counc' g Q � ���l� � �By Y � PUBLISHED M�,R 31 1984 �' . G� ��-3�'� Title of class: NUTRITION ASSISTANT I DESCRIPTION OF WORK General Statement of Duties: Performs technical work in assisting in carrying out the nutrition program of the Division of Public Health; and performs related duties as required. Supervision Received: Works under the general. supervision of a professioaal nutritionist. Supervision Exercised: None. TYPICAL DUTIES PERFORMED The listed examples may not include all duties performed by all positions in this class. Performs health and nutritional screening indices according to standard procedures including height and weight measurements, head circumference, blood pressure, hemoglobin, hematocrit, erythrocyte, protoporpherin, serum cholesterol, cardiovascular risk factor questionnaire, dietary evaluation and socio-economic evaluation. Assesses an iadividual's health and nutritional status based on data from the health and nutrition screening. Develops and implements individualized patient care plans for those persons determined to be at high medical or nutritional risk based on data from the health and nutrition screening. Monitors and reevaluates client's medical and nutritional status on an on- going basis. Issues vouchers for appropriate supplemental foods to nutrition program participants. Provides nutrition information via group and one-to-one counseling to clients in a clinic setting. Provides nutrition information to community groups. Makes refarrals to appropriate agencies in the community. Follows up on special client and/or program problems encountered in the clinic or community. Assists in analyzing community nutrition needs and the effectiveness of nutrition programs by reporting observations and impressions. Assists in the training of new nutrition assistants by orienting them to � clinic procedures. � Completes computer forms and follows up on and corrects iaput problems. Insures that needed patient files, supplies and equipment are available at clinic sites. Keeps knowlec3ge of nutrition theory and practices current by attending workshops and in-service training programs. KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Working knowledge of nutritional needs and development. The ability to evaluate and solve clinic and/or program related problems. , \ NUTRITION ASSISTAl�'T I (continued) The ability to relate and communicate with individuals and groups. The ability to work independently. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school graduation and completion of an eighteen month recognized Nutrition Assista�tt course or equivalent. Most positions in this class require the possession of a valid Minnesota driver's license. . � � C�F ��f-.��'y Title of class: NUTRITION ASSISTANT I DESCRIPTION OF WORK General Statement of Duties: Performs technical work in assisting in carrying out the nutrition program of the Division of Public Health; and performs related duties as required. ' Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of a professional nutritionist. Supervision Exercised: None. TYPICAL DUTIES PERFORMED The listed examples may not include all duties performed by all positions in this class. Performs health and nutritional screening indices according to standard procedures including height and weight measurements, head circumference, blood pressure, hemoglobin, hematocrit, erythrocyte, protoporpherin, serum cholesterol, cardiovascular risk factor questionnaire, dietary evaluation and socio-economic evaluation. Assesses an individual's health and nutritioaal status based on data from the health and nutrition screening. Develops and implements individualized patient care plans for those persons determined to be at high medical or nutritional risk based on data from the health and nutrition screening. Monitors and reevaluates client`s medical and nutritional status on an on- going basis. Issues vouchers for appropriate supplemental foods to nutrition program participants. Provides nutrition information via group and one-to-ona counseling to clients in a clinic setting. Provides nutritioa information to community groups. Ma.kes referrals to appropriate agencies in the community. Follows up on special client and/or program problems encountered in the clinic or community. Assists in analyzing community nutrition needs and the effectiveness of nutrition programs by reporting observations and impressions. Assists in the training of new nutrition assistants by orienting them to clinic procedures. Completes computer forms and follows up on and corrects input probZems. Insures that needed patient files, supplies and equipment are available at clinic sites. Keeps knowledge of nutrition theory and practices current by attending workshops and in-service training programs. KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Working knowledge o£ nutritional needs and development. The ability to evaluate and solve clinic and/or program related problems. NUTRITION ASSISTAi.vT I (continued) The ability to relate and communicate with individuals and groups. The ability to work independently. � MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school graduation and completion of an eighteen month recognized Nutrition Assistant course or equivalent. Most positions in this class require the possession of a valid Minnesota driver's license. � �F ��-.��y Title of class: NUTRITION ASSISTANT I DESCRIPTION OF WORK General Statement of Duties: Performs technical work in assisCing in carrying out the nutrition program of the Division of Public Health; and performs related duties as required. Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of a professional nutritionist. Supervision Exercised: None. TYPICAL DUTIES PERFORMED The listed examples may not include all duties performed by all positions in this class. Performs health and nutritional screening indices according to standard procedures including height and weight measurements, head circumference, blood pressure, hemoglobin, hematocrit, erythrocyte, protoporpherin, serum cholesterol, cardiovascular risk factor questionnaire, dietary evaluation and socio-economic evaluation. Assesses an individual's health and nutritional status based on data from the health and nutrition screening. Develops and implements individualized patient care plans for those persons determined to be at high medical or nutritional risk based on data from the health and nutrition screening. Monitors and reevaluates clieat's medical and nutritional status on an on- going basis. Issues vouchers for appropriate supplemental foods to nutrition program participants. Provides nutrition information via group and one-to-one counseling to clients in a clinic setting. Provides nutrition information to community groups. Makes referrals to appropriate agencies in the community. Follows up on special client and/or program problems encountered in the clinic or community. Assists in analyzing community nutrition needs and the effectiveness of nutrition programs by reporting observations and impressions. Assists in the training of new nutrition assistants by orienting them to clinic procedures. Completes computer forms and follows up on and corrects input problems. Insures that needed patient files, supplies and equipmeat are available at clinic sites. Keeps knowledge of nutrition theory and practices current by attending workshops and in-service training programs. KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Working knowledge of nutritional needs and development. The ability to evaluate and solve clinic and/or program related problems. NUTRITION ASSISTANT I (continued) The ability to relate and communicate with individuals and groups. The ability to work independently. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school graduation and completion of an eighteen month recognized Nutrition. Assistant course or equivalent. Most positions in this class require the possession of a valid Minnesota driver's license. . . L' � �'�f 3�� Title of class: NUTRITION ASSISTANT II DESCRIPTION OF WORK General Statement of Duties: Performs technical �aork, as a lead person,' providing nutrition screening, education and staff supervision at a major clinic; and performs related duties as required. � Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of a unit head. Supervision Exercised: Exercises close technical supervision over nutrition assistants assigned to the clinic. TYPICAL DUTIES PERFORMED The listed examples may not include all duties performed by all positions in this class. Schedules, assigns, organizes and reviews the work of Nutrition Assistant I's and Health Interpreters assigned to major clinic sites. Communicates the problems and needs of the staff of a major clinic to the program administrator; recommends solutions. Checks and distributes computer forms; performs liaison with computer staff. Maintains inventory of supplies and prepares requisitions as necessary. Participates in the orientation and training of Nutrition Assistant I's. Meets with community groups to provide nutritional information and to explain nutrition programs. Monitors hema.tology results received and notifies nutrition assistants of patient abnormalities and follows up to insure that client receives appropriate referrals and/or education. Performs health and nutritional screening indices such as height and weight measurements, head circumference,blood pressure, hemoglobin, hematocrit, erythrocyte protoporphyrin, serum cholesterol, cardiovascular risk factor questionnarie, dietary evaluation and socioeconomic evaluation according to standard procedures. Assesses an individual`s health and nutritional status based on data from the health and nutrition screening. Develops and implements individualized patient care plans for those persons determined to be at high medical or autritional risk based on data from the health and nutrition screening. Issues vouchers for appropriate supplemental foods to nutrition program participants. Ma.kes referrals to appropriate agencies in the community. IChTO��TLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Working knowledge of nutritional needs and development. The abilitq to evaluate and solve clinic and/or program related problems. The ability to relate to individual patients and groups. The ability to communicate effectively and to write reports. k'orking ability to determine priorifiies, plan and coordinate work. Working knowledge of unit policies, procedures and operations. (continued on reverse side) NUTRITION ASSISTANT II NUTRITION ASSISTANT II (continued) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS �ao years' work experiance as a Nutrition Assistant I or equivalent, one �of which involved working in a community nutrition program. Most positions in the class require the possession of a valid Minnesota driver's iicense. . �� ����� Title of class: NUTRITION ASSISTANT II DESCRIPTION OF WORK General Statement of Duties: Performs technical work, as a lead person, providing nutrition screening, education and staff supervision at a major clinic; and performs related duties as required. Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of a unit head. Supervision Exercised: F�ercises close technical supervision over nutrition assistants assigned to the clinic. TYPICAL DUTIES PERFORMED The listed examples may not include all duties performed by all positions in this class. Schedules, assigns, organizes and reviews the work of Nutrition Assistant I's and Health Interpreters assigned to major clinic sites. Communicates the problems and needs of the staff of a major clinic to the program administrator; recommends solutions. Checks and distributes computer forms; performs liaison with computer staff. Maintains inventory of supplies and prepares requisitions as necessary. Participates in the orientation and training of Nutrition Assistant I's. Meets with community groups to provide nutritional information and to explain nutrition programs. Monitors hematology results received and notifies nutrition assistants of patient abnormalities and follows up to insure that client receives appropriate referrals and/or education. Performs health and nutritional screening indices such as height and weight measurements, head circumference,blood pressure, hemoglobin, hematocrit, erythrocyte protoporphyrin, serum cholesterol, cardiovascular risk factor questionnarie, dietary evaluation and socioeconomic evaluation according to standard procedures. Assesses an individual`s health and nutritional status based on data from the health and nutrition screening. Develops and implements individualized patient care plans for those persons determined to be at high medical or nutritional risk based on data from the health and nutrition screening. Issues vouchers for appropriate supplemental foods to nutrition program participants. Makes referrals to appropriate agencies in the community. KNOWI.EDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Working knowledge of nutritional needs and development. The ability to evaluate and solve clinic and/or program related problems. The ability to relate to individual patients and groups. The ability to communicate effectively and to write reports. Working abili.ty to determine priorities, plan and coordinate caork. Working knowledge of unit policies, procedures and operations. (continued on reverse side) NUTRITION ASSISTANT II NUTRITION ASSISTANT II (continued) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIQNS Ztao years' work experience as a Nutrition Assistant I or equivalent, one of which involved working in a community nutrition program. �iost positions in the class require the possession of a valid Minnesota driver's license. � �F ��-��'� Title of class: NUTRITION ASSISTANT II DESCRIPTION OF WORK General Statement of Duties: Performs technical work, as a lead person,' providing nutrition screening, education and staff supervision at a major clinic; and performs related duties as required. � Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of a unit head. Supervision Exercised: Exercises close technical supervision over nutrition assistants assigned to the clinic. TYPICAL DUTIES PERFORMED The listed examples may not include all duties performed by all positions in this class. Schedules, assigns, organizes and reviews the work of Nutrition Assistant I's and Health Interpreters assigned to major clinic sites. Communicates the problems and needs of the staff of a ma�or clinic to the prograzn administrator; recommends solutions. Checks and distributes computer forms; performs liaison with computer staff. Maiatains inventory of supplies and prepares requisitions as necessary. Participates in the orientation and training of Nutrition Assistant I's. Meets with community groups to provide nutritional information and to explain nutrition programs. Monitors hematology results received and notifies nutrition assistants of patient abnormalities and follows up to insure that client receives appropriate referrals and/or education. Performs health and nutrition.al screening indices such as height and weight measurements, head circumference,blood pressure, hemoglobin, hematocrit, erythrocyte protoporphyrin, serum cholesterol, cardiovascular risk factor questionnarie, dietary evaluation and socioeconomic evaluation according to standard procedures. Assesses an individual`s health and nutritional status based on data from the health and nutrition screening. DeveZops and implements individualized patient care plans for those persons determined to be at high medical or nutritional risk based on data from the health and nutrition screening. Issues vouchers for appropriate supplemental foods to nutrition program participants. Makes referrals to appropriate agencies in the community. KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Working knowledge of nutritional needs and development. The ability to evaluate and solve clinic and/or program related problems. The ability to relate to individual patients and groups. The ability to communicate effectively and to write reports. Working ability to determine priorities, plan and coordinate work. Working knowledge of unit policies, procedures and operations. (continued on reverse side) NUTRITION ASSISTANT II NUTRITION ASSISTANT II (continued) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS �wo years` work experience as a Nutrition Assistant I or equivalent, one `of which involved working in a community nutrition program. Most. positions in the class require the possession of a valid Minnesota driver's iicense. - � �F ����� Title of class: NUTRITION ASSISTANT II DESCRIPTION OF WORK General Statement of Duties: Performs technical work, as a lead person, providing nutrition screening, education and staff supervision at a major clinic; and performs related duties as required. Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of a unit head. Supervision Exercised: Exercises close technical supervision over nutrition assistants assigned to the clinic. TYPICAL DUTIES PERFORMED The listed examples may not include all duties performed by all positions in this class. Schedules, assigns, organizes and reviews the work of Nutrition Assistant I's and Health Interpreters assigned to ma�or clinic sites. Communicates the problems and needs of the staff of a major clinic to the program administrator; recommends solutions. Checks and distributes computer forms; performs liaison with computer staff. Maintains inventory of supplies and prepares requisitions as necessary. Participates in the orientation and training of Nutrition Assistant I's. Meets with community groups to provide nutritional information and to explain nutrition programs. Monitors hematology results received and notifies nutrition assistants of patient abnormalities and follows up to insure that client receives appropriate referrals and/or education. Performs health and nutritional screening indices such as height and weight measurements, head circumference,blood pressure, hemoglobin, hematocrit, erythrocyte protoporphyrin, serum cholesterol, cardiovascular risk factor questionnarie, dietary evaluation and socioeconomic evaluation according to standard procedures. Assesses an individual's health and nutritiona.l status based on data from the health and nutrition screening. Develops and implements individualized patieat care plans for those persons determined to be at high medical or nutritional risk based on data from the health and nutrition screening. Issues vouchers for appropriate supplemental foods to nutrition program participants. Makes referrals to appropriate agencies in the community. KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Working knowledge of nutritional needs and development. The ability to evaluate and solve clinic and/or program related problems. The ability to relate to individual patients and groups. The ability to communicate effectively and to write reports. Working ability to determine priorities, plan and coordinate work. Working knowledge of unit policies, procedures and operations. (continued on reverse side) NUTRITION ASSISTANT II NUTRITION ASSISTANT II (continued) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS �ao years' work experience as a Nutrition Assistant I or equivalent, one of which involved working in a community nutrition program. Most positions in the class require the possession of a valid Minnesota driver's license. � ' . WHITE - CiTY CLERK PINK - FINANCE GITY OF SAINT PALTL Council �y e� �/ BLUERV - MAVORTMENT File NO. n � ✓�/ , -- � CITY CLERK Council Resolution Presented By Referred To Committee: Date Out of Committee By Date , An administrative Resolution revising the class specificat3ons for the titles of Nutrition Assistant I aad Nutrition Assistant II ia the Civil Service Rules. RESOLVID, that the Civil Service Rules be amended by striking from Section 32 the class specifications for the titles of Nutrition Assistant I and Nutrition Assistant II and by substituting, in lieu thereof, the attached specifications for the titles of Nutritioa Assistant I and Nutrition Assistan.t II. Approved: ' Chairman, Civil Servica Commission COUNCILMEN Requested by Department of: Yeas Fletcher Nays PERSONNEL OFFICE o�ew In Favor Masanz Nicosia scne�be� _ Against BY Tedesco Wilson Focm Approved by City Attorney Adopted by Council: Date Certified Passed by Council Secretary BY By A�pproved by A4avor: Date Approved by Mayor for Submission to Council r._. Rv � " . G� ��!3�y Title of class: NUTRITION ASSISTANT I DESCRIPTION OF WORK General Statement of Duties: Performs technical work in assisting in carrying out the nutrition program of the Division of Public Health; and performs related duties as required. Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of a professional nutritionist. Supervision Exercised: None. TYPICAL DUTIES PERFORMED The listed examples may not include all duties performed by all positions in this class. Performs health and nutritional screening indices according to standard procedures including height and weight measurements, head circu�nference, blood pressure, hemoglobin, hematocrit, erythrocyte, protoporpherin, serum cholesterol, cardiovascular risk factor questionnaire, dietary evaluation and socio-economic evaluation. Assesses an individual's health and nutritional status based on data from the health and nutrition screening. Develops and implements individualized patient care plans for those persons determined to be at high medical or nutritional risk based on data from the health and nutrition screening. Monitors and raevaluates client's medical and nutritional status on an on- going basis. Issues vouchers for appropriate supplemental foods to nutrition program participants. Provides nutrition information via group and one-to-one counseling to clients in a clinic setting. Provides nutrition information to community groups. Ma.kes referrals to appropriate agencies in the community. Follows up on special client and/or program problems encountered in the cliaic or community. Assists in analyzing community nutrition needs and the effectiveness of nutrition programs by reporting observations and impressions.. Assists in the tra3.ning of new nutrition assistants by orienting them to clinic procedures. Cvmpletes computer forms and follows up on and corrects input problems. Insures that needed patient files, supplies and equipment are available at clinic sites. Keeps knowledge of nutrition theory and practices current by attending workshops and in-service training programs. KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Working knowledge of nutritional needs and development. The ability to evaluate and solve clinic and/or program related problems. ' � NUTRITION ASSISTANT I (continued) The ability to relate and communicate with individuals and groups. The ability to work independently. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school graduation and completion of an eighteen month recognized Nutrition Assistant course or equivalent. Most positions in this class require the possession of a valid Minnesota driver's license. , C. . • ' � ' V� 4 / �v/ Title of class: NUTRITION ASSISTANT II DESCRIPTION OF WORK General Statement of Duties: Performs technical work, as a lead person, providing nutrition screening, education and staff supervision at a major clinic; and performs related duties as required. Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of a unit head. Supervision Exercised: Exercises close technical supervision over nutrition assistants assigned to the clinic. TYPICAL DUTIES PERFORMED The listed examples may not include all duties performed by all positions in this class. Schedules, assigns, organizes and reviews the work of Nutrition Assistant I's and Health Interpreters assigned to major clinic sites. Communicates the problems and needs of the staff of a major clinic to the program administrator; recommends solutions. Checks and distributes computer forms; performs liaison with computer staff. Maintains inventory of supplies and prepares requisitions as necessary. Participates in the orientation and training of Nutrition Assistant I's. Meets with community groups to provide nutritional information and to explain nutrition programs. Monitors hematology results received and notifies nutrition assistants of patient abnormalities and follows up to insure that client receives appropriate referrals and/or education. Performs health and nutritional screening indices such as height and weight measurements, head circumference,blood pressure, hemoglobin, hematocrit, erythrocyte protoporphyrin, serum cholesterol, cardiovascular risk factor questioanarie, dietary evaluation and socioeconomic evaluation according to standard procedures. Assesses an individual's health and nutritional status based on data from the health and nutrition screening. Develops and implements individualized patient care glans for those persons determined to be at high medical or autritional risk based on data from the health and nutrition screening. Issues vouchers for appropriate supplemental foods to nutrition program participants. Ma.kes referrals to appropriate agencies in the community. KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Working knowledge of nutritional needs and development. The ability to evaluate and solve clinic and/or program related problems. The ability to relate to individual patients and groups. The ability to communicate effectively and to write reports. Working ability to determine priorities, plan and coordinate work. Working knowledge of unit policies, procedures and operations. (continued on reverse side) NUTRITION ASSISTANT II . + ? NU�RITION ASSISTANT II (continued) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS �ao years' work experience as a Nutrition Assistant I or equivalent, one of which involved working in a community nutrition program. Most positioas in the class require the possession of a valid Minnesota driver's Iicense. �� y CF �'�3�� � Title of cla�s: NIJTRITION ASSIST�,N`r I DESCRIPTZON OF WORK General Statement of Duties: Per�o�ns technical work in assisting in carrying outi the nutrition p�ogram of �he D3�rision of Public Health; and perfo�ms related duties as re�uiredo Supervision Received: Works under �he general. su�ervision of a professional nutr�tionisto Supervision Fatercised: Noneo - TYPICAL DUTIES PERFORMED The liszed ex�npl.es m�y not include �11 duties pe�form�d by all positions �,n this classo Perfortns health and nutrit�onal screening indices according to standard � proeedu�ces including height and we3ght me�.�u�ements, head circumference, blood p�essure, hemoglobin, hematocrit, erythrocyte, protoporpherin, serum chol.esterol, cardiovascular risk f�ctor questionnaire, dietary evaluation and socio-economic evaluationo Assesses an individual's health and nut�iCional s�atus based on data from the health �nd nutri4ion screeningo � Develops �nd implements individuali�ed paieient aare plans for those persons - determined to be at high medical o� nutritional risk based on data from the healch and nutrition screening. Monitors and reevaluatea client's m€:dical and nutcritiional status on an on- going basise Issues vouchers for appropriate supplement�l food� to nutrition program particip�ntso Prov�.des nu�rition information via g�oup and on�-rco-one counseling to clients in a clinic settinge Provides nucrition information to community gr��pao Makes refe��al� to appropriate agencies in the co�►munityo Followr up on spe�ial cl.ienC �nd/or progr��n problems encountered in the clinic or communityo Assists in analyzing community nutrition needs �nd the effectiveness of nut�i�ion programs by reporting obser�r�tions and irnpressions. Assists 3n tha training of aew nutrition assistants by orienting them to clinic prceeciures, Completes coraputer form� and follo�as up on and aorrscts input problems. Insures that needed patient files, supplies and equip�nent are available at clinic siteso Keeps kr.owledge of nutrition theory and pra�tices current by attending workshops and in-service training progr�mso (�ontinued on reverse side) t Effective June 28, 19$0 NUfiRITION ASSISTEINT I V � , NUTRITION ASSIS`TAN� I �.. (continued) KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES , Working knowledge of nutritional needs and developmente The abil.ity to evaluate �nd solve clinic and/or program related problems. The abil3.ty to rel.ate and communicate with individuals and groupsa The ability to work independentlyo MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High echool graduation and completion of an eigh�een month recognized Nutirition Assis�ant course or equivalen�o Must posseas a valid Minnesota driver's licenseo . - �: �_ . �,. ' ������ Title of class: � NUTRITION ASSZSTANT II DESCRIPTION OF WORK General Statement of Duties: Performs technical work, as a lead person, providing nutrition screening, education and staff supervision at a major clinic; and performs related duties as required. Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of a unit head. Supervision Exercised: Exercises close technical superuision over nutrition as'sistants assigned to the clinic. : TYPICAL DUTIES PERFORMED The listed examples may not include all duties periormed by aIl positions in this class. Schedules, assigns, organizes and reviews the work of Nutrition Assistant I's and Health Interpreters assigned to major clinic sites, Communicates the problems and needs of the staff of a major clinic to the program administrator; recommends solut�ons< Checks and distributes computer forms; performs liaison with computer staff, Maintains inventory of supplies and prepares requisitions as necessary. Participates in the orientation and training of Nutrition Assistant I'se � Meets with community groups to provide nutritional information and � to explain nutrition programs. ,� Monitors hematology results re:.eived and notifies nutrition assistants of patient abnormalities and fallows up to insure that client receives appropriate referrals ar.d/or e�ucation. Performs health and nutritional screening indices such as rei�ht anc: weight measurements, head circumference,blood pressure, hemoglobin, hematocrit, erythrocyte protoporphyrin, serum cholesterol, cardiovascular risk factor questionnarie, dietary evaluation and socioeconomic evaluation ac�ording to standard procedures. Assesses an individual's health and nutritional status based on data from the health and nutrition screeningo Develops and implements individualized patient care plans for those persons determined to be at high medical or nutritional risk based on data from the health and nutrition screening. Issues vouchers for appropriate supplemental foods to nutrition program participants. Makes referrals to appropriate agencies in the commun�tye KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Working knowledge of nstritional needs and development> The ability to evaluate and solve clinic and/or program related problems, The ability to relate to individual patients and groups. (continued on reverse side) 1• Effective December 31, �982 NUTRITION ASSISTANT II . ` ` NUTRITI0:1 ASSISTArdT II (continued) � :he �bility to cot:unur.icate effectively and to write reports. :;c=i:�ng ability to determine pziorities, plan and coordinate work. ;:or::ing knowledge of unit policies, procedures and operations. . 'fl::i"����i QUALIFICATIONS f T�..o years' work experience as a Nutrition Assistant I or equivalent, one of which involved working _in a community nutrition program. Must possess a valid Minnesota driver•s license. _ �. � _ � ��- �_��/ dr Personnel Office DEPaRTt�1EN� � . �anpttP Snhania �=ONTACT 298-4221 PHONE � �� February 21, 1984 DATE r �✓� . (Routing and Explanation Sheet) Assign Number for Routing Order (Clip All Locations for Mayoral Signature): ' i� Department Director r 2 City Attorney RECEfVED 3 Director of Management/Mayor , _ Fi nance and Managerr�nt Servi ces Di rector F E B 2 31984 Ci ty Cl erk MAYOR'S OFFICE Budget Di rector What Will be Achieved by i'aking Action on the Attached Materials? (Purpose/Rationale):_ The purpose of this resolution is to change the class specificatioa for Nutrition Assistant I and Nutrition Assistant II so that the minimum qualifications do not require a Minnesota driver's license. The reasoa for this change is that it has been brought to our atteation that aot all Nutrition Assistant I and II positions require the driving of a vehicle. Financial , Budgetary and Personnel Impacts Anticipated: None. Funding Source and Fund Activity Number Charged or Credited: Attachments (List and Number all Attachrr�nts� : 1. Resolution 2. Copy for City Clerk ^.;r'...,,��� . . ., , DEPARTMENT REVIEW CITY ATTORNEY REVIEf� Yes No Council Resolution Required? Resolution� Required? Yes No Yes No Insurance Required? Insurance Sufficient? Yes No Yes No Insurance Attached? Revision of October, 1982 (Spe RPVPI"5P S1(IP fnr 'Instructions)