SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64028334

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

The position serves as the SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE and works under the general supervision of the ASSISTANT COMM HEALTH NURSING DIRECTOR, position 64063783. Provide clinical Services, professional support and technical assistance to the staff, community agencies, and the general public. This position requires experience in a busy clinic setting with a variety of duties in Immunizations, Family Planning, STD and Laboratory services. This position will be required to perform duties at multiple sites within the county to include, but not limited to, Florida Department of Health in Volusia County locations as well as sites established/co-located within the community in conjunction with community partners. The employee is expected to arrive at assigned location (daily) on time at the provided start time. Mileage will only be paid in accordance with the State policies for travel to different site locations within the county.

This is a responsible position requiring excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills. Must demonstrate the knowledge, skill and abilities for nursing protocols identified in this class. Must conform to the standards set forth in the personnel rules and regulations and the written policies of FDOH and DOH-Volusia. Must be able to communicate, build rapport and effectively educate teens, young adults and adults on sexually transmitted diseases, family planning, pregnancy and immunizations including assisting providers in exam rooms, laboratory testing and phlebotomy, treatment and prevention. It requires the ability to obtain patient histories, current health assessments, counseling, patient education, referrals to community resources, scheduling in-house and outpatient procedures, assist providers, ability to perform prescribed treatments, administer medications, give immunizations, change medical dressings, and draw blood for testing as well as other laboratory work.

Gathers and records pertinent data/information on client records from assessment and interview process. Provides appropriate client education and counseling related to each health services program. Reviews electronic health record and service coding for completeness, accuracy and quality assurance purposes. Assists providers with examinations, physicals and other procedures as necessary.

Responsible for issuing prescribed medications/birth control/ECP per DOH-Volusia Nurse Issuance Protocol and/or under the direction of a provider. Administers injectable medications/birth control/immunizations as indicated. Performs phlebotomy services and routine laboratory testing, including pregnancy tests, rapid Syphilis and HIV.

Reviews vaccination records and provides direct immunization services which includes the education, counseling and administration of immunizations to children and adults, and travelers per CDC, ACIP, VFC, FDOH and DOH-Volusia guidelines. Updates vaccination records in FL SHOTS and issues appropriate documentation, i.e. Form 680 and religious exemptions in accordance with agency guidelines.

Medication Room and Inventory

Maintains orderliness of Medication Room and medication inventory to include: Verifying inventory of medications weekly; ordering medications from Central Pharmacy or other designated vendors, verifying shipment for accuracy; Logging inventory into Med Room inventory application, removing outdated and short-dated medications from shelves and returning them to Central Pharmacy, accurately removing from inventory; accurately placing barcodes on medications; restocking shelves as needed and maintaining necessary documents/logs/licenses as required for inspection. Keeps Assistant Community Health Nursing Director informed of any discrepancies, problems or concerns.

Community-Based Outreach Clinical Services:

Provides clinical services at community-based outreach clinics to include, but not limited to, the provision of family planning, immunizations and STD screening and treatment:

Gathers and records pertinent data/information on client records from assessment and interview process.  Provides appropriate client education and counseling related to each health services program.  Reviews electronic health record and service coding for completeness, accuracy and quality assurance purposes. 

Responsible for issuing prescribed medications/birth control/ECP per DOH-Volusia Nurse Issuance Protocol and/or under the direction of a provider.  Administers injectable medications/birth control/immunizations as appropriate.  Performs phlebotomy services and routine laboratory testing, including pregnancy tests.

Reviews immunization records and status to provide direct immunization services which includes the education, counseling and administration of immunizations to children and adults, and travelers per CDC, ACIP, VFC, FDOH and DOH-Volusia guidelines.  Updates immunization records in FL SHOTS and issues appropriate documentation, i.e. Form 680 and religious exemptions in accordance in the agency policy.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Qualifications:

Minimum - 

Must be willing to physically come in the office to perform the duties & responsibilities of the positions

Must  hold a valid RN licensure in the State of Florida in accordance with Florida Statutes

Preferred - 

Ability to work in web-based programs.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

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:

1845 Holsonback Drive, Daytona Beach, FL 32117

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.    

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.