OPS REGISTERED NURSE - 64856774

Requisition No: 824489 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS REGISTERED NURSE - 64856774

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64856774 

Salary:  $31.25 - $33.65 an hour 

Posting Closing Date: 09/05/2024 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

 IN ORANGE COUNTY

JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCMENT

OPEN COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENT

Class Title: OPS Registered Nurse

Position Number: 64856774

Hourly Salary: $31.25 - $33.65

Location: 832 West Central Boulevard

                  Orlando, FL 32805                    

**DOH – Orange is a tobacco free agency.

**This advertisement may be used to fill future vacancies as they become available.

This is a "pool" announcement and applicants will not be considered after 6 months.

**NOTE: Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. **

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensed Registered Professional Nurse
• Must have a valid FL DL and access to a personal vehicle for travel throughout Orange County.
• Willing to be assigned to various sites in Orange County.
• Ability to bend, kneel, use fine motor skills, lift, and carry a maximum of 25 pounds.
• Willing to work with clients in an infectious disease clinic.
• Emergency Duty.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual in English and one of the top five foreign languages spoken in Orange County (Haitian Creole, Spanish, Portuguese, French, or Arabic).
• At least one year of experience working in a public health environment.
• Experience giving adult and children's vaccinations.
• At least one year of experience working as a Registered Nurse

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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. 
• Performs basic health assessment/evaluation of clients who present to the DOH clinic or DOH outreach location with health care needs including administration of medication(s)/treatment(s) and monitoring any adverse reactions within state law and board policies. Reports medical errors as appropriate.
• Uses current approved intervention/protocol(s) to provide care based on policies, protocols, procedures, and practitioner (physician) order(s).
• Provides nursing assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, management, and referral activities for clients with acute/chronic health problems including initiating emergency procedures as indicated in emergent situations. In addition, provides health education supporting the promotion of wellness, maintenance of health, and prevention of illness.
• Documents all services provided to clients in appropriate DOH-provided format using acceptable nursing terminology on the appropriate DOH form(s) and/or computer program and/or electronic health records system.
• Assumes responsibility for appropriate identification of developmental disparities, high risk health patterns, behaviors and/or concerns providing nursing care including proper referrals and resources for clients. Nurse will contact and collaborate with supervising RN as needed for patient care.
• Is knowledgeable of public health nursing and the state rules and regulations relating to Department of Health (DOH).
• Provides consultation and training with health department staff, internal and external partners, and other agencies regarding client’s needs as appropriate.
• Monitors client health records, conditions, physicals, and immunizations to assure that clients’ needs have been met. Performs chart reviews for chronic illnesses, health conditions and other health-related documentation.
• Is responsible for the collection and maintenance of statistical data appropriate to support the objectives set forth by the DOH.  Plan and the completion of reports as requested by the DOH.
• Supports, coordinates, and facilitates health screenings of clients per relevant local, state, and federal mandates. Documents and refers appropriately with timely follow-up.
• Identifies and reports any communicable disease or other conditions affecting the population to appropriate DOH programs.
• Ability to demonstrate effective skills of listening, speaking, and writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members, internal and external partners, and outside agencies. Works with health officer and colleagues to improve health services. Assist staff with completion of incident/accident reports, where necessary.
• Serve as a health liaison between health department and general public. Counsel clients concerning health conditions/problems as needed.
• Prepares and maintains the clinic area for use assuring safety, orderliness, and cleanliness. Monitors and budgets clinic supplies and maintains medical equipment.
• Coordinate, perform, document and report results required for special clinics, i.e. Florida Shots, HMS, Merlin, etc.
• In the event the Nurse elects to be reimbursed for travel, they will be responsible for initiating and entering all information into the SMTS system accurately and on time.
• Responsible for securing the designated information sets for the purposes of protecting confidentiality, data integrity, and appropriate access, for all information, both confidential and public record, which is stored in hard copy or electronic format. Position requires ability to type 30 or better words a minute and interpret on a personal computer. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for this position: Knowledge of multiple computer systems such as HMS, Florida Shots, Word, EXCEL, Outlook, etc.
• Direct the work of the health technician or LPN assigned to clinic.
• Attend all staff meetings and workshops as appropriate.
• Performs all other related duties as requested.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES, INCLUDING UTILIZATION OF EQUIPMENT, REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION: 

• Knowledge of basic biology, physiology, anatomy, pharmacology principles and practices.
• Skill to conduct basic nursing practice.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, staff and the community.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to document work products.
• Basic computer skills, and skill to use office equipment and electronic health record programs, including Windows, Outlook, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, immunization registry.
• Skill to complete health screenings as part of a physical assessment.
• Ability to prepare and deliver presentations to staff and the community.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to document work products.
• Knowledge of current practice guidelines, applicable statutes and regulations affecting public health practice, compliance with confidentiality laws and policies.

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.

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) 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.