SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64068552

Requisition No: 830177 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64068552

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64068552 

Salary:  $34,512.14 - $61,217.00 

Posting Closing Date: 10/21/2024 

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

The Senior Community Health Nurse is in a highly responsible position with the general emphasis on school health and health education, using skills, knowledge, and ability to keep children at their maximum wellness. This position will be directly supervised by the Community Health Nursing Consultant.

The incumbent provides the following clinical health care services to students in the School Based Clinics/Clinical services: immunizations, family planning, STD/HIV counseling and screening, client assessment (interviewing and counseling), intervention and documentation; as well as drawing blood specimens and processing those specimens in the labs system. This position will enter data into a computerized charting system, monitor the system for compliance by Health Aides and LPNs; access logs, records, and forms from the system and accurately compile data for annual reports and the School Health Plan. The nurse provides referrals to specialty providers as necessary.

Monitors and manages the clinic, provides first aid, assists with prescription medications for students; takes vital signs and refers abnormal results to parents/nursing supervisor or medical personnel. Administers immunizations for students and adults. This position has permission to transport student’s identifiable information in a secure locked bag for work purposes only and must follow all HIPAA guidelines. This position may travel to multiple schools to provide services. This employee may act as designee in the absence of the Community Health Nurse Supervisor.

The nurse in this position will be responsible for the following screenings: BMI's (Body Mass Index), vision, hearing, and scoliosis. The nurse will refer students who perform unsatisfactorily on initial screening examinations for further evaluation and ensure that all screening dates are entered correctly in the computerized charting system and HMS. This position will follow-up on referrals made by teachers/staff for students with health problems. This employee uses the nursing process to solve problems and make referrals to appropriate agencies.

The nurse performs record reviews on all new students. This position develops care plans for students with chronic health conditions and for students taking medications.

The nurse provides health education/wellness programs that are approved by the school board and principal for students, faculty, and staff.

Attend teachers/principal conferences as needed to assist in the continuity of care of students. Act as health advisor and consultant in all health matters (IEP plan and 504), assist principals, teachers, counselors, and other agencies in family related health services. Provide oversight for school health liaisons at assigned schools.

Accurate completion of leave and attendance, Super Bill / HMS forms. 100% of EAR's shall be coded, with 97% completed within a 7-day time span. Assist in additional school activities, i.e.: health fairs, health promotion, etc.… Assist with the completion of all school health reports for DOH. Perform all other related duties as directed by the supervisor.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· Knowledge of nursing and public health principles, practices, and techniques.

· Knowledge of community resources.

· Ability to work with patients having a variety of physical problems.

· Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.

· Ability to communicate effectively.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

· Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication.

Qualifications:

· RN License Florida Statute Chapter 464

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:

FDOH - Gadsden County Health Department School Health Quincy, Florida

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 278 (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) 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.

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.