OPS ADVANCED PRACTICE RN SPECIALIST - 64952300 1 1 1

Requisition No: 840323 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS ADVANCED PRACTICE RN SPECIALIST - 64952300 1 1 1

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64952300 

Salary:  $50 - $55 hourly 

Posting Closing Date: 11/24/2024 

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

OPS Advanced Practice RN Specialist

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This position is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse who will provide health care services to the unsheltered homeless as part of the Health Care for the Homeless Program. This position will provide PRN coverage for the Bayside Clinic, Mobile Medical Unit, and Street Medicine team during vacations, sick leave, FMLA, or other mandatory training events. It may also require the individual to work irregular shifts on Monday-Thursday from 8am-8pm, Friday from 8am-5pm, and Saturday from 8am-12pm depending on need. Duties of the position include:

• Provides comprehensive health care to homeless clients via outreach, in clinic setting, and/or via telehealth.
• Evaluates and performs complete physical examinations.
• Analyzes and interprets patient histories, symptoms, physical findings, and/or diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnoses.
• Diagnoses and treats acute health care problems such as illnesses, infections, or injuries.
• Provides wound care.
• Orders, conducts, interprets, and/or evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
• Orders, reviews and interprets laboratory tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
• Prescribes and administers medications based on patient characteristics, efficacy, safety, and cost as legally authorized.
• Makes medical diagnosis and prescribes treatment within scope of service.
• Develops treatment plans based on scientific rationale, standards of care, and professional practice guidelines.
• Makes appropriate follow ups and referrals.
• Educates patients about self-management of acute and chronic illnesses, tailoring instructions to patients' individual circumstances.
• Provides consultation and technical assistance in evaluating the appropriateness of client care as it relates to primary care.
• Documents all services in EHR timely and accurately.
• Communicates with medical team and other colleagues.
• Complies with all UDS measures, clinical standards and selected goals for quality of care.
• Provides excellent customer service.
• Completes case management, including record review and lab review.
• Keeps supervisor and Medical Director informed.
• Completes timesheet, EARS, and mandatory training in a timely and accurate manner.
• Completes training to promote professional growth.
• Participates in peer review and provider, team, and other meetings as assigned
• Performs other related duties as assigned including emergency duty.

 
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of nursing principals, practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
• Ability to administer prescribed medications.
• Ability to perform complete physical assessments of patients.
• Ability to identify and evaluate illnesses.
• Ability to initiate diagnostic laboratory testing and evaluate the results.
• Ability to manage the care of patients.
• Ability to compile and evaluate medical histories and other clinical and laboratory data.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to use independent judgment and decision-making.
• Ability to work independently and manage one’s own time. 
• Ability to use critical thinking.
• Knowledge of customer service principles.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
• Skill in computer software programs used to facilitate job duties.

 
Qualifications:
Minimum-

• A clear and active license in the state of Florida to practice as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
• Active DEA licensure in the state of Florida
• A valid Florida driver's license
• Access to reliable personal transportation
• Masters Degree 

Preferred-

• Five or more years of experience utilizing an electronic health record in a clinic setting
• Five or more years of experience working as an ARNP in an internal medicine or family practice clinic setting
• Experience working as a nurse in an outreach setting
• Experience working at a Federally Qualified Health Center
• Experience providing clinical care to patients experiencing homelessness
• Experience providing clinical care to clients via Telehealth

 
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:
Bayside Health Clinic: 14808 49th St N. Clearwater, FL
 
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

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.

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.