Licensed Practical Nurse - 64067009

Requisition No: 840561 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: Licensed Practical Nurse - 64067009

Position Number: 64067009 

Salary:  $43,000 - $47,000 annually 

Posting Closing Date: 11/14/2024 

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Polk 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 if part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Florida Department of Health in Polk 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 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:

Incumbent is a Licensed Practical Nurse providing clinical services for clients in adult health/primary care, maternal health, family planning, communicable disease, and adult/childhood immunizations under the direct supervision of the Senior Community Health Nurse Supervisor.

CLINIC DUTIES

• Interview and assist providers with clients with specific medical problems or routine health care needs.
• Assist APRN and physician with examinations and medical procedures for clients.
• Perform routine diagnostic tests, procedures such as taking/recording temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure; preparing clients for medical procedures; and collecting specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Report any unusual symptoms of clients to clinic charge nurse, APRN, and/or physician.
• Provide documentation in client records in accordance with Health Department standards.

• Administers medications according to the provider’s orders. Assists in maintaining the medication inventory.
• Clean work area according to clinic policy and biohazardous waste policy.
• Maintain accurate and complete medical records.
• Assists with case management of clients and make referrals for clients needing follow-up treatment.
• Works closely with OB team regarding Maternal Fetal Medicine reports, referrals and high-risk OB consults.
• Maintains OB excel spreadsheet regarding referrals and updated reports.
• Assists in the lab to process specimens, run lab reports, file lab reports, and follow-up on late/missing lab reports.
• This position serves clients that speak only Spanish, Creole, or other languages.  It may require performance of interpreter duties, if bilingual, or implementation of the Department’s Limited English Proficiency Plan.
• Assess, educate and administer adult/childhood immunizations, according to protocol for clients of all ages. Enters immunizations information into Florida Shots.
• Maintain proper storage and handling of vaccines per Health Department policy and procedures.
• Assists with monitoring temperature controls with notation on appropriate logs for refrigerator and freezer per protocol
• Enters immunization history and immunizations given in Florida Shots and all other documentation required per Health    
• Department policy and procedures for vaccine administration.
• Provides screening for the HIV antibody virus, pre and post-test counsels, provides education, and refers for medical evaluation and other support services.

   OTHER DUTIES

• Performs inventory and ordering of supplies, medications, and vaccines.
• Sterilize instruments in accordance with Health Department policy and procedures.
• May direct activities of other employees as instructed by the clinic supervisor.
• Participate in orientation and staff development activities.
• Assists in orientation of new employees, students and volunteers assigned to the clinic area.
• Maintains and increases competency through educational materials and education classes
• Maintains time/attendance/travel/EARs records
• As a state employee at the PCHD – employee will participate in disaster preparedness and recovery activities.
• Performs other duties as required, including performance of additional interpreter duties, consistent with skill level, and as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of nursing principles and techniques.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of basic computer software and electronic health records.
• Skill in the use of medical equipment & instruments used in providing nursing care.
• Ability to record complete medical history in electronic health record.
• Ability to administer medications.
• Ability to work with patients.
• Ability to interpret and follow medical instructions.
• Ability to observe patient's symptoms and reactions to treatment.
• Ability to keep accurate records
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationships with others

Qualifications:

• This occupation requires licensure as a practical nurse in accordance with Chapter 464, Florida Statutes or eligible to practice nursing in accordance with Florida Administrative Code 210-8.22 or 8.27.

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.

Confidentiality: Incumbent may have access to records containing Social Security numbers in the performance of their job duties

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:

Lakeland, 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.

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.    

If there are any problems applying online, please call People First Staffing Administration: (877) 562-7287.

Service Center hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., ET. TTY users, call (866) 221-0268.

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.  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.