OPS REGISTERED NURSE - 64901475

Requisition No: 828405 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS REGISTERED NURSE - 64901475

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64901475 

Salary:  $35.00 per hour 

Posting Closing Date: 07/31/2024 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This nursing position is assigned to a school, directly supervised by the Alachua County Health

Department (ACHD) School Health Coordinator RN Supervisor in coordination with the Health Services Supervisor and Principal of the school assigned. The nurse shall be responsible and accountable for making decisions that are based upon the individual’s educational preparation, scope of practice and experience in nursing. This position will provide professional nursing services by coordinating and providing clinical services/activities in the school clinic(s). They will direct the work of the school health technician or LPN if one is assigned to clinic. This nursing position may also provide school clinic relief to any school in Alachua County and may require travel from the home-base. This nursing position functions under approved School Board and DOH policies, protocols, and procedures. It is the nurse’s responsibility to supervise the school clinic establishing safe clinic procedures ensuring compliance with policies, protocols, and other instructions provided by coordinator of health services or contained in department manuals. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members, school personnel, parents, students and outside agencies. Works with principal, support staff, teachers, and parents to improve health services. Assist school personnel with completion of incident/accident reports.

Terms of Employment: 180-day work year (10 months)

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Demonstrates initiative in performance of assigned responsibilities, potential problems or opportunities for improvement. Exhibits interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member. Follows attendance, punctuality and proper dress rules. Maintains expertise in assigned area and manages time efficiently. Models and maintains high ethical standards. Participates successfully in the training programs offered to increase skills and proficiency related to assignment. Represents the district and agency in a positive and professional manner.

Physical Requirements: May require lifting up to 50 pounds. May require the transfer/assistance of a student in a wheelchair to attend to personal needs etc. Use of proper body mechanics are required and expected. Mobility expected to be able to transverse large school campus for emergencies and services on campus other than school’s clinic. 75% - 100% hearing and eyesight required.

Qualifications:

Minimum - This occupation requires licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in accordance with

Chapter 464, Florida Statutes and in accordance with Rule 64B9, Florida Administrative Code. and

American Heart First Aid and CPR certification

Preferred - Experience working with children.

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:

DOH-Alachua 224 SE 24th Street, Gainesville, Fl 32641 Alachua County Schools

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.