NURSING PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 64029511

Requisition No: 868229 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: NURSING PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 64029511

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64029511 

Salary:  $71,400.16 - $75,288.98 

Posting Closing Date: 01/23/2026 

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NURSING PROGRAM SPECIALIST 

This is an internal opportunity only. Only current DOH employees will be considered

Your Specific Responsibilities:

1. Through the Communicable Disease/Tuberculosis Program this position will be responsible for the investigation, surveillance and reporting of Reportable Diseases and conditions of public health importance, case management/follow-up of cases, suspects, referrals and other direct nursing service in a variety of settings, e.g., home, clinic, schools, daycare centers, nursing homes, healthcare facilities, etc., utilizing the current  policies and procedures of the Department of Health in Sarasota County (DOH-Sarasota), the Florida Department of Health (DOH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This position reports to the Operations Manager C-SES of the FDOH- Sarasota County.
   1. Conducts case management/contact investigations for Tuberculosis (TB) suspects/cases, contacts and Latent TB Infection (LTBI) clients effectively following and utilizing Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County (DOH-Sarasota), DOH and CDC policies and procedures.
   2. Participates in and/or conducts clinic services, including but not limited to:
      1. Tuberculosis nursing/MD clinics
      2. Contact screening clinics
   3. Runs TB reports monthly to monitor program activities.
   4. Assists with maintaining and updating the DOH-Sarasota TB Program Procedure Manual.
   5. Provides technical assistance to DOH-Sarasota supervisors, staff and the community regarding the TB and the TB Program.
   6. Maintains accurate and complete medical records.  The employer, Department of Health, County Health Department is the records owner of the medical records as defined by Section 455.667 F.S.
   7. Serves as the subject matter expert for DOH Sarasota and community partners related to TB questions and concerns
   8. Educates client and/or family members regarding reportable diseases, disease process, and transmission and control measures
   9. Coordinates and conducts TB clinic services
   10. Is responsible for maintaining and updating the DOH-Sarasota TB Program Procedure Manual
   11. Assists with maintaining and updating the DOH-Sarasota Reportable Disease Procedure Manual
2. Conducts investigation, surveillance and reporting of communicable diseases, provides and other direct nursing services in a variety of settings, e.g., home, clinic, schools, day care centers, nursing homes, etc.
   1. Performs nursing appraisals.
   2. Educates client and/or family members regarding, health, disease process and transmission.
   3. Refers and coordinates services to ensure continuity of care.
   4. Acts as contact/resource person for the DOH-Sarasota.
   5. Provides educational/in-service presentations to the DOH-Sarasota staff and the community.
3. Provides Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) Field Delivered Therapy services for STD clients following established CDC Florida Department of Health and DOH-Sarasota guidelines.
4. Provides nursing services to HIV positive inmates in the Sarasota County Jail
   1. Works with DOH Sarasota physician to provide medical care to HIV positive inmates
   2. Provides education and counseling to cases
   3. Documents physician/nursing notes in Health Management System (HMS)
   4. Runs monthly HMS reports for invoice purposes.
5. Miscellaneous Activities
   1. Attends and participates in DIS team meetings, ECDC staff meetings, DOH-Sarasota staff meetings and staff development activities.
   2. Maintains client confidentiality in a manner consistent with Chapter 384.29, F.S. and DOH policy. 
   3. Other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of nursing practice
• Knowledge of TB and STDs
• Customer service skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to use basic office equipment

Qualifications:

Minimum –

• Must hold an active Registered Nurse License in the State of Florida (F.S. Reference: 464) or Multistate RN License from another Compact State
• Three years of experience as a TB case manager

Preferred –

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing

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:

William L. Little Health & Human Services Center

2200 Ringling Boulevard

Sarasota, FL 34237

Incumbent will be required to travel throughout Sarasota County.

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.    

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.  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.