OPS COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64852949

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Your Specific Responsibilities

This is an OPS Registered Nurse position Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County, Epidemiology, Disease Control and Immunization Services (EDC‑IS) / Office of HIV/AIDS, and functions as a Senior Registered Nurse providing public health nursing services in Miami-Dade County (and Monroe County as needed). This position reports to the Senior Human Services Program Specialist–SES. The majority of time will be spent assessing patient health problems and needs, developing and implementing nursing care plans, and maintaining policies and procedures specific to STD/HIV maternal, perinatal, and lactation care. The Perinatal HIV Outreach Registered Nurse may advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide STD/HIV case management. This work includes providing consultation on health care programs, services, or policies; technical assistance; and education on STD/HIV-related issues. The Perinatal HIV Outreach Registered Nurse is expected to adhere to established Health Department policies and procedures.

The Perinatal HIV Outreach Registered Nurse will provide consultation, technical assistance, training, and education to County Health Departments and public/private clinicians within Miami-Dade County on clinical practices related to STD/HIV perinatal and lactation care. Serves as a resource for technical knowledge in the field of STD/HIV maternal, congenital, and breastfeeding management.

The Perinatal HIV Outreach Registered Nurse will develop program policy, standards of care, procedures, training modules, and protocols in collaboration with STD/HIV program staff, agencies, and health care providers related to the management of STD/HIV nursing and lactation care.

The Perinatal HIV Outreach Registered Nurse will participate and provide technical assistance in cross-programmatic health service strategic objectives and integration of STD/HIV services in Miami-Dade.

The Perinatal HIV Outreach Registered Nurse will coordinate linkage to services, including Healthy Start, prenatal care, WIC, lactation support programs, and other maternal-child health resources.

The Perinatal HIV Outreach Registered Nurse provides comprehensive medical case management services throughout pregnancy and postpartum, including home and hospital visits for mothers and infants. Conducts in‑home assessments to evaluate maternal health, infant well‑being, breastfeeding progress, medication adherence, and environmental or social factors that may impact care. Provides hospital-based support immediately postpartum to assist with lactation counseling, feeding plans, and coordination of HIV‑specific perinatal protocols.

The Perinatal HIV Outreach Registered Nurse will provide intensive mother/family education on the plan of care to prevent HIV transmission during pregnancy, delivery, breastfeeding, and postpartum. Offers evidence‑based lactation counseling tailored to HIV considerations during home and hospital visits, ensuring continuity of care from birth through the breastfeeding period.

The Perinatal HIV Outreach Registered Nurse will provide education and follow-up in the hospital and home for mothers and babies throughout postpartum and lactation, including breastfeeding assessment, monitoring of infant feeding adequacy, maternal recovery, and adherence to antiretroviral therapy.

The Perinatal HIV Outreach Registered Nurse will monitor and document CD4 and viral load for mother and infant, including during breastfeeding. Educates mothers on achieving and maintaining viral suppression. Monitors medication adherence and provides DOT when necessary.

The Perinatal HIV Outreach Registered Nurse provides education on prenatal tests, delivery options, and family planning/contraception, including lactation-compatible contraceptive methods. Provides postpartum education and follow-up in the home for mothers and infants, including breastfeeding support and assessment of infant feeding adequacy.

The Perinatal HIV Outreach Registered Nurse will facilitate infant referral to the Pediatric Screening Clinic and assists with obtaining AZT/Zidovudine and other medications for the infant.

The Perinatal HIV Outreach Registered Nurse will provide follow-up case management for infants to ensure completion of required treatment and virology testing. Monitors and documents infant virology tests and feeding outcomes.

The Perinatal HIV Outreach Registered Nurse will update the Perinatal HIV Coordinator on case management, breastfeeding monitoring, and maternal/infant outcomes.

The Perinatal HIV Outreach Registered Nurse will collaborate with Perinatal DIS to coordinate services and referrals for mothers and infants.

The Perinatal HIV Outreach Registered Nurse will establish rapport with medical facilities providing care to pregnant women with HIV and their infants, including conducting hospital visits to support care coordination, discharge planning, and initiation of safe feeding practices.

The Perinatal HIV Outreach Registered Nurse will participate in workgroups and meetings and completes required trainings. Ensures accurate and timely completion of all administrative records, including Employee Activity Records, timesheets, mileage, reports, and responses to the Florida Health Alert Network (FLHAN)/Everbridge emergency alert system. Maintains daily email communication.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of nursing and public health principles, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of perinatal HIV transmission, prevention strategies, and clinical management.
• Knowledge of lactation physiology, breastfeeding management, and HIV-specific lactation guidelines.
• Ability to provide evidence-based lactation counseling, including assessment of latch, milk transfer, and maternal/infant feeding challenges.
• Ability to administer prescribed medications.
• Ability to perform venipuncture.
• Knowledge of community resources, including maternal-child health, lactation support, and HIV care services.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work activities.
• Ability to teach health care concepts to individuals and groups, including breastfeeding education tailored to HIV considerations.
• Ability to compile and evaluate medical histories and other clinical and laboratory data.
• Ability to identify and evaluate illnesses and feeding-related complications in mothers and infants.
• Ability to review data for accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to assist in planning and conducting a variety of training activities, including lactation and perinatal HIV education.
• Knowledge of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) privacy rules.
• Experience in lactation counseling, preferably with perinatal HIV populations.
• Ability to provide culturally competent, trauma‑informed, and patient‑centered care to diverse families.
• Ability to communicate complex medical information in a clear, supportive, and accessible manner.

Qualifications:

Minimum -

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.

The incumbent may be required to work evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed to provide timely perinatal support, including responding to deliveries and urgent maternal or infant care needs.

Preferred -

Certification as an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) or Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) or Community Health Worker (CHW).  Training in perinatal HIV case management or maternal-child health nursing.

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:

1350 NW 14th St, Miami, FL 33125

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.

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.    

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.