Ops Registered Nurse - 64937294

Requisition No: 825229

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS REGISTERED NURSE - 64937294

Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64937294

Salary: $27/hour

Posting Closing Date: 03/27/2024

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Requisition Job Title: OPS Registered Nurse

Position Number: 937294

Position Title OPS Registered Nurse

Position Type Full Time

• ANTICIPATED VACANCY*

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is an OPS Registered Nurse position with the Florida Department of Health in Leon County. This is work: performing under the direct, indirect, and/or general supervision of the Director of Nursing.

This position is expected to promote cooperation, courtesy, and teamwork in a clinical environment. This position is in a public health clinic setting requiring independent judgment and actions. The program conducts medical assessments for individuals resettling to the Leon County area from other counties. This position reports directly to the Community Health Nursing Supervisor.

Processes client registration information and prepares and maintains patient charts and/or records according to Florida Department of Health-Leon and Clinical Department policies.

Communicates the following information to patients: Medical history updates, explanations of clinical procedures and referrals to other medical facilities.

Addresses and relays patient concerns to the medical provider. Responsible for dating and charting pertinent clinical information written and verbally given to or received from a patient.

Upholds quality infection control standards through the sterilization or disinfecting of all exam room and laboratory equipment, instruments, and supplies. Responsible for ensuring that all the patient care is provided in an aseptic environment.

Handles all bio-hazardous waste and sharp objects according to Federal and state OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) guidelines. Periodically, updates infection control knowledge through continuing education seminars and clinical journals.

Maintains accurate charts and records by documenting treatment rendered, referrals, and/or prescriptions given to a patient, in person and/or phone conversations with patient and billing or receipt copies made.

Attends training and seminars as they become available to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities as it relates to duties and responsibilities.

Responsible for securing the designated information sets for the purposes of protecting confidentiality, data integrity, and appropriate access for all information, both confidential and public record, which is stored in hard copy and electronic forms.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.

Ability to interview clients and obtain medical history.

Ability to enter, transcribe, records, stores, or maintains information.

Knowledge of basic medical terminology/techniques.

Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems.

Qualification:

Current Florida RN License required.

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: 1515 Old Bainbridge Rd., Tallahassee, Florida

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers' Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
• 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.

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

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). 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.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee