Community Health Nurse - 64086497

Requisition No: 829050

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64086497

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64086497

Salary: $47,500 to $48,500 annually

Posting Closing Date: 05/24/2024

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When completing the online application, all gaps of employment or education greater than 90 days starting from high school must be explained (approximate date, month, and year) identifying company name or if unemployed. Incomplete applications/resumes will not be considered. Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Citrus County. If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place. Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida. We hope you decide to join our team! Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

This position works Monday

• Thursday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, 32 hours per week.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Primary responsibilities of this Citrus County position will be providing care to prenatal clinic clients, but will include caring for clients seeking Family Planning, Sexually Transmitted Infections, Immunizations, and Communicable Disease (Tb, HIV, etc.) services.

Duties of the position include but are not limited to:

• Patient assessment

• Nursing interviews

• Planning of patient care

• Conducting point of care testing

• Implementation of provider orders

• Evaluation of response to treatment/medications

• Maintain efficient clinic flow

• Administration of medications and required pharmacy tracking

• Ordering of clinic medications

• Evaluate vaccination status of all clients and administration of recommended vaccinations

• Education and counselling covering health lifestyle and healthy pregnancy behaviors

• Serve as a patient advocate

• Documentation of all information in the DOH electronic medical record (HMS)

• Face to face and phone triage

• Follow up and case management including but not limited to abnormal cancer screenings, labs and diagnostic studies for all clients, prenatal care client appointment attendance

• Management and tracking of referrals for clients including but not limited to colposcopy, LEEP, sterilization, LARCs, and clients participating in the Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program

• Insuring and assisting with use of appropriate diagnosis codes

• Obtaining authorizations from third party payors as needed

• Maintenance of emergency medications and supplies including but no limited to daily lock checks, monthly inventory of medications and supplies, monitoring expiration dates, and ordering/replacing medications

• Ordering of clinic medications

• Issuance of medications per protocol

• Collection and processing of specimens

• Supervision and direction of professional and paraprofessional staff

• Responding to patient questions and concerns via phone and in person

• Investigation and contact tracing of communicable diseases

• Orienting and mentoring new employees and students

• Preparing reports

• Scheduling appointments

• Utilizing and maintain equipment

• Cleaning/sterilizing work area and equipment

• Replenishing stock

• Participating in community events

• Providing clinical expertise and information at community events

• Assisting with quality improvement activities and chart reviews

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of problem-solving techniques

Knowledge of professional nursing and public health principles, practices, and techniques in specialized areas

Knowledge of normal pregnancy, routine prenatal care, and appropriate education for these clients

Knowledge of the theories and concepts of preventive health care

Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology

Knowledge of community resources

Knowledge of medical and/or public health field

Knowledge in use of medical equipment (glucometer, blood pressure monitoring devices, thermometer, scale, etc.)

Knowledge of multiple computer systems such as HMS, Florida Shots, Word, EXCEL, Outlook, SBAC Web-based Program etc.

Skilled in the application of nursing theory in specialized areas

Skilled in nursing assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation

Ability to solve problems.

Ability to follow instructions and take direction from management .

Ability to plan, organize, prioritize workload, and coordinate work assignments.

Ability to work independently and with a team.

Ability to work with participants having a variety of physical problems and/or health concerns.

Ability to organize and maintain filing systems.

Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, verbally, (on the phone and in person) and in writing.

Ability to work under very busy circumstances at times and be able to multi-task.

Ability to be responsible for accuracy, timeliness, and thoroughness of own work and to perform such work in accordance with procedural and policy guidelines.

Ability to document thoroughly.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with others.

Ability to give vaccinations and administer medications.

Ability to draw blood and collect other specimens as required.

Ability to learn and use computer software applications.

Qualifications:

Minimum

• This position requires licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in accordance with Chapter 464, Florida Statutes and in accordance with Rule 64B9, Florida Administrative Code, CPR certification, and valid driver's license.

Preferred Experience working in fast paced inpatient or outpatient environment serving pregnant women.

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:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

Lecanto, FL

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;

• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;

• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;

• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);

• Flexible Spending Accounts;

• Tuition waivers;

• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position 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. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

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 (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

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.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.