LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 64031141

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Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Polk 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.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

The incumbent is part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Florida Department of Health - Polk County in its mission to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts and its vision to be the Healthiest State in the Nation. Furthermore, the incumbent is expected to incorporate the agency values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness and Excellence in all aspects of their work.  

Incumbent functions as a Licensed Practical Nurse within the Polk County Health Department, under the direct supervision of the Senior Community Health Nursing Supervisor. 

Clinical services include Adult Health, Family Planning, OB, STD, HIV and Immunizations. Incumbent’s duties include but are not limited to the following

• Follow all local, state, and federal rules and regulations. Comply and perform within the scope of practice as defined by the Florida Nurse Practice Act.
• Interview and complete medical history and assist providers with clients coming into the Health Department for specific medical problems or routine health care needs

• Assist Medical Provider with examinations and medical procedures for clients.

• Prepare culture slides, hand the provider instruments, and assist as needed.
• Perform routine tests, such as taking/recording temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure and collecting specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Report any unusual symptoms/complaints of clients to clinic registered nurse or Provider as appropriate.
• Assist in clinic flow by interviewing/exiting clients and completing medical records timely.
• Provide appropriate educational information to clients.
• Enter accurate documentation/program requirements in client electronic medical records in accordance with Health Department standards.
• Administer medications and perform treatments as prescribed to assigned patients.

• Provides screening for the HIV antibody virus including pre- and post-test counseling according to department standards.

• Works as a functional team member with the MD/APRN/RN’s and clerical staff to ensure clients are seen in a timely manner.

Other Patient Care Duties include but are not limited to

• Assists in maintaining and receiving medications. Reports any discrepancies to supervisor. 
• Links clients to care including completing referrals, patient assistance program for medication forms, and other follow up as needed under the direction of supervisor.
• Takes messages off the clinic program office phone. Answers and returns phone calls from clients.
• Clean work area according to clinic policy and biohazard waste policy.
• Conduct inventory of medical supplies and keep exam rooms stocked.
• This position may serve clients that speak only Spanish, Creole, or other languages.  It may require performance of interpreter duties, if bilingual, or implementation of the Department’s Limited English Proficiency Plan.

Other duties include but not limited to

• Participate in orientation and staff development activities.
• Incumbent will travel to and cover other clinics within the county as staffing needs indicate and as directed.
• Performs other duties as required, including performance of additional interpreter duties, consistent with skill level, and as needed.

Immunizations Administration include but are not limited to

• Administer immunizations using proper technique including correct needle and anatomical site selection according to protocol/recommendations/provider order.
• Provide counseling and teaching information about administered vaccines to client.
• Maintain proper storage and handling of vaccines per Health Department policy and procedures.
• Accurately complete documentation required per Health Department policy and procedures for vaccines administered including entry of immunization history and immunizations administered into Florida SHOTS.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of nursing principles and techniques.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of pharmacy/medications and protocols.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office including MS Outlook and Teams. 
• Skill in the use of medical equipment & instruments used in providing nursing care.
• Ability to demonstrate manual dexterity.
• Ability to administer medications.
• Ability to work with patients.
• Ability to interpret and follow medical instructions.
• Ability to observe patient's symptoms and reactions to treatment.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

• This position requires licensure requirements as a license practical nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464 or eligible to practice nursing in accordance with Florida Administrative Code 210-8.27. Florida Driver’s License is a requirement of this position.

Other job-related requirements for this position: 

• Emergency Duty: Incumbent may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency.  Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
• Confidentiality: Incumbent may have access to records containing Social Security numbers in the performance of their job duties.

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:

Lakeland, 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.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.  

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.    

If there are any problems applying online, please call People First Staffing Administration: (877) 562-7287.

Service Center hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., ET. TTY users, call (866) 221-0268.

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.