Healthcare Heroes: Nevin Baggett

Debbie Snapp
ECB Publishing, Inc.

Nevin Baggett is a Human Services Program Specialist for the Florida Department of Health in Jefferson County.

She began her career in the health care field in August of 2007.

She moved to Monticello 15 years ago from the small town of Sylvester, located in southwest Georgia.
Baggett began her career as a volunteer with the health department, as a Health Support Tech in the dental clinic. When a position for Dental Assistant opened up, she applied and got the job.

It's been 13 years now, and her responsibilities have since changed. She is currently a Tobacco Prevention Specialist, which means she is responsible for promoting public awareness of tobacco issues and educating the public, especially youth, on the benefits of tobacco prevention.

This position allows her to be more involved in the community. She enjoys meeting new people and partnering with other groups and organizations.

Her goal as the Tobacco Prevention Specialist is to work with the county in adopting a Local Retail License Policy.

“Nevin is an asset to the Department of Health,” comments Chelsey McCoy, Human Services Program Manager. “Her work ethic and commitment are truly admirable. I appreciate her hard work as the Tobacco Prevention Specialist, and I am grateful to have her as part of my team.”

Baggett graduated from high school in 2003. Most of her continued education to-date has been dental related. She received her dental training at the University of Florida and Tallahassee Community College, Dental Assisting.

However, as she branches out in her new position, she hopes to attain more training and education in the Human Services field.

Baggett has been married to her husband, Troy, for over 13 years. They have two children, Danica, who is 13-years-old and Tanner, who is 12-years-old.

She enjoys spending time with her family and their two cats, Taffy and Sally. She also enjoys dabbling in floral design.

She and her family are part of a ministry at their church called Living Free. The program helps individuals, families and communities deal with life-challenging and life-controlling problems.