OPS LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 64857815

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

The incumbent is part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Florida Department of Health in Highlands 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 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.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is an OPS, Licensed Practical Nurse position, an employee of the Highlands County Health Department, who represents the agency and its mission and values. This position will work as an OPS Licensed Practical Nurse within the Highlands County School District. This position work schedule will run concurrent with the ten (10) month school calendar for the Highlands County Public School System. The incumbent is part of the organization and is expected to promote cooperation, courtesy, and teamwork in a diverse environment. This position is classified as a sensitive position. Incumbent handles protected health information on a need-to-know basis following Department of Health Information security and Privacy Policy and Procedures. Employee abides by State/Federal laws governing health information. This is a position which may require coverage at other locations including evening hours as mandated by the Supervisor or designee. Refers to and utilizes DOH 50-10-05 Information Security and Privacy Policy as needed.

Health Room (Clinic): 1. Observes and assesses students and provides comfort measures. 2. Reports health trends and problems or changes in health status to the supervising nurse for a complete nursing assessment. 3. Assists/performs basic first aid and CPR for students and staff. 4. Records health room services on approved log or computer program, and as appropriate, in student’s cumulative health record. 5. Makes parental contact for ill or injured students. 6. Administers medications as prescribed and monitors students receiving medications. 7.  Maintains documentation of medication administration according to policy. 8. Maintains a clean and orderly health room and orders needed supplies. 9. Collects data in computer system to accurately reflect all services provided in the health room by self or other providers and reports data regularly according to school health and DOH policies. Documents health services according to accepted medical documentation standards in student record and Health Office Electronic record. 10. Performs specialized procedures within scope of practice of a LPN License and as delegated by the RN.

Health Screenings: 1. Performs screenings, vision, hearing, scoliosis and BMI, as required by school health policy and state mandates. Assist RN to perform rescreens of students who fail screen as needed. 2. Records results in students’ cumulative health record. 3. Makes referrals for abnormal findings to parents. Keeps accurate record of referrals made, number of follow-ups and outcomes. Informs supervising nurse of progress with referrals.

Case Management:  1. Assists the supervising nurse with case management of students with health-related problems. May make follow-up telephone calls. Keeps supervising nurse informed about all case management activities. 2. Refers suspected child abuse, pregnant teens, possible substance abuse, suicidal discussion, students with emotional problems and any other non-routine incidents directly to administration and supervising nurse. 3. Follow State statutes for reporting suspected child abuse. 4. Implements IHCP’s, reports student outcomes or changes in health status to staff and supervisor when indicated.

Record Review: 1. Reviews the health records of all students for proper documentation of immunizations and physical examination. 2. Purges health folders of duplicate forms. 3. Notifies parents of instances of incomplete immunizations, lack of physical examination and tracks completion of required documentation. Assist in obtaining records from previous schools when possible. 4. Identifies documented chronic health problems and initiates development of Individual Health Care Plans for those students. (Requires a LPN License). 5. Keeps school administration informed about incomplete immunizations, physical examinations, and records. 6. Assures appropriate maintenance and confidentiality of health records in student files and data system. 7. Maintains Health Alerts for students with chronic conditions and keeps teachers and staff informed and updated on a regular basis.

Health Education: 1. Assist the school in promoting positive health and hygiene practices by reinforcing education in the health room as the need arises. 2. Assist with the preparation of and provides presentation of staff in-services and student education as directed by supervising nurse. (Requires an LPN license). 3. Provides individual education to students, parents and staff as approved by the nursing supervisor. (Requires an LPN license). 4.  Assist with training school personnel responsible for administering medications in the absence of health staff. (Requires an LPN license).

Attends selected training workshops and in-service programs. Will participate in school safety committees, school advisory committees, and IEP teams at the request of the nurse supervisor. Performs other job-related duties assigned by supervisor. May be required to work during or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of emergency conditions.

Other related duties as required by supervisor. 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. May be assigned to a special needs shelter during activation of Special Needs Shelter Plan or to a Point of Distribution during activation of Strategic National Stockpile.

Required Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Licensed Practical Nurse with experience in healthcare setting. Experience in educational setting desired. Knowledge of principles and techniques of written and verbal communication. Ability to organize independently, and deliver services according to policy, procedures, and student individual Health Care Plan. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to collect data and submit in a specified time frame. Ability to physically move in a school and office environment. Ability to transport self to school and work locations independently. Have skills for operation of a menu driven computerized electronic medical record system. Physically capable of moving office materials and supplies in boxes with a weight up to 40 lbs. Current CPR and First Aide certification.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

Incumbent must possess a Florida License as a Practical Nurse as required in 464.001 F.S.

Current CPR and First Aide Certification.

Physically capable of moving office materials and supplies in boxes with a weight of 40 lbs.

Incumbent must have a valid Florida driver’s license or the ability to obtain one prior to hire.

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.

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:

Florida Department of Health – Highlands County

7205 S George Blvd

Sebring, FL 33875

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. 

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.