SENIOR LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 64032717

Requisition No: 886745 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: SENIOR LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 64032717

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64032717 

Salary:  $1,440.00 - $1,680.00 bi-weekly 

Posting Closing Date: 11/17/2026 

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Open Competitive

Your Specific Responsibilities:

The incumbent, a Senior Licensed Practical Nurse, is an employee of the Florida Department of Health in DeSoto County (DOH-DeSoto),  representing  the agency and its mission and values.  The incumbent is part of the organization and is expected to promote cooperation, courtesy and teamwork in a diverse enviroment.  The position is under the direct supervision of the Community Health Nursing Director. This senior Licensed Practical Nurse position functions as both a nurse and a medical case manager, providing comprehensive coordination of HIV/AIDS services and related public health programs. The role integrates clinical nursing duties with advanced case management responsibilities to ensure high‑quality care, continuity of services, and compliance with state and federal program standards.

Manages and coordinates HIV/AIDS services for patients/clients of DOH-DeSoto.  The nurse is  responsible for medical case management services including;

• Affordable Care Act (ACA) Market Place  
• Housing Opportunity People with AIDS (HOPWA)
• AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP)
• RYAN WHITE-B
• Works diligently to assure all programmatic standards are met and to enroll eligible clients into the appropriate Program(s). 

Creates, maintains and reviews case management records to assure continuity and quality of services and care. 

Case manager monitors process to ensure initial and subsequent premiums are paid monthly.

Case Manager assists with setting up online accounts with insurance providers, this allows clients to monitor benefits to ensure they are using in-network provider for best outcome for the consumer, keeping their out-of-pocket costs lower.

Provides counseling, guidance, and referrals for clients.  Acts as a client advocate.  Consults with physicians, nurses, and other professionals to ensure quality Medical Case Management. 

Prepares and submits weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly program reports as required by the State and /or the Lead Agency, within the prescribed time frames.  Monitors reports on accuracy and timeliness.  Keeps accurate records and maintains strict confidentiality. Includes laboratory and radiology results for RW-B (Ryan White Part B) clients.

Provide secondary TB case management and treatment. including HIV and STD testing. In accordance with current policy, provides pre and post-test counseling, partner notification, and contact investigation for TB, HIV, and STD clients, elicits information to coordinate field Investigations of other people at risk for TB, HIV and STDs In order to prepare needed epidemiologic documents. Maintains appropriate logs, records. and documents to prepare timely reports.

Works with physicians in all clinics; maintains records on each patient; Including nursing assessment, history, educational sessions, counseling, and maintains work log; instructs families on how to carry out physicians' orders; provides continuity of care where several agencies are involved; completes follow-up recommendations. Prepares clinic rooms for use, collects routine specimens, and takes blood pressure. temperatures, heights, weights. changes dressings, as indicated, and issues pre­labeled/prepackaged medications.

The incumbent will participate in the design, development, implementation. and management of the QA/QI program, including assisting division directors with the establishment of performance measures and benchmarks, current performance and trends, objective selection methodology for testing performance, performance improvement initiatives. and reporting methodology.

Prepares and submits Employee Activity Reports (EARS) On a daily basis.  Employees abide by State/Federal Laws governing confidential and public information.  Performs other related duties as assigned.  Keeps immediate supervisor advised of nursing problems, when appropriate.

Other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

            Knowledge of:

• Statutes, and Rules and Regulations that pertain to the programs. The incumbent in this position is considered to have regulatory responsibilities and is subject to provisions of Chapter 60K-15, Career Service System Rules.

Skills:

• Use of equipment and supplies related to the position;

Ability to: 

• Lead People: Motivate, provide constructive feedback, positive recognition, and organize activities to improve the team skills and performance;
• Manage Processes: Integrate and effectively utilize all components of the strategic planning process to help DCHD achieve its vision. Appropriately assesses and allocates resources (financial, human, equipment and supplies) develop, implement and evaluate business plans;
• Human Relations: Work with others in a professional, considerate and helpful manner. Projects a positive image of DCHD and self;
• Initiative: Be self-confident, motivated, and enthusiastic drive to perform current job duties and undertake duties of greater responsibility;
• Responsive to Direction: Take and give direction; accept and deliver constructive criticism; and respond and implement suggestions for improvement;
• Flexibility: Accommodate changing situations or plans for satisfactory performance of the job. Able to change easily from one task to another;
• Technology: Navigate the Internet, use office suite and assorted software, and use of technology equipment;
• Communication (Oral & Written): Takes the initiative to communicate accurate, up-to-date plans and information to subordinates, peers, and management. Expresses thoughts clearly, both verbally and in writing. Listens and understands the views of others;
• Creative Thinking: Develops new insights into situations and applies innovative solutions to make organizational improvements; designs and implements new or cutting-edge programs/processes;
• Team Building: Inspires, motivates, and guides others toward goal accomplishments. Consistently develops and sustains cooperative working relationships. Encourages and facilitates cooperation within the organization and with customer groups; fosters commitment, team spirit, pride, trust. Develops leadership in others through coaching, mentoring, rewarding and guiding employees;
• Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, cooperation, concern, and politeness to others; relates well to different people from varied backgrounds and different situations;
• Customer Service: Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing excellence in products and services.
• Time Management: Manages a variety of responsibilities in a timely, efficient manner and can prioritize tasks.

Qualifications:

Minimum -

•  Incumbent must possess a valid Florida Driver License and have a motor vehicle to carry out these duties.
• Employee must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
•  Incumbent must obtain Incident Command System (ICS-100) certification within 60 days and National Incident Management System (IS-700) certification within 90 days of employment.
• Incumbent must be certified in Basic Life Support CPR.
•  Incumbent must have a Florida Licensed Practical Nurse FL Statue 464 or eligible to practice nursing in accordance with Florida Administrative Code 210-8.22 or 8.27.
• Nursing Experience - at least 1 year.

       Preferred -

• Spanish Fluency 
• Experience in case Management. 

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:

Arcadia – 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.    

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.