SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64004712

Requisition No: 884949 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64004712

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64004712 

Salary:  $68,000.14 - $71,419.92 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 10/15/2026 

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SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE

Open Competitive

Your Specific Responsibilities:

• Offers float support in all Clinical Areas within Community and Clinical Health Space
• Provides direct nursing care in the Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (FBCC) and Maternity/OB clinics as assigned based on daily staffing needs
• Provides direct nursing care in the STD, HIV/Ryan White, and Same Day Testing clinics as assigned based on daily staffing needs
• Conducts sexual and risk history, symptom assessment, and specimen collection per CDC STI Treatment Guidelines and Department protocols
• Administers treatment and expedited partner therapy where permitted, per standing orders and provider direction
• Performs rapid HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis C point-of-care testing with pre-test and post-test counseling per Florida Department of Health counseling and testing standards
• Delivers preliminary positive results and coordinates same-day confirmatory testing and rapid linkage to care, including rapid antiretroviral initiation when available
• Facilitates same-day PrEP and nPEP assessment, baseline labs, and provider handoff
• Supports HIV primary care visits, including vital signs, medication reconciliation, adherence assessment, and laboratory collection (viral load, CD4, and resistance testing as ordered)
• Reinforces antiretroviral adherence education and assists with Ryan White eligibility and recertification documentation as assigned
• Performs CLIA-waived testing quality control and maintains testing logs per laboratory policy
• Follows up on abnormal results to ensure clients receive diagnostic services and treatment as ordered by the attending provider
• Refers eligible FBCC clients to the Mary Brogan Breast and Cervical Cancer Medicaid pathway for treatment
• Coordinates syphilis and congenital syphilis follow-up with Disease Intervention Specialists (DIS), including pregnancy status screening
• Monitors missed appointments and laboratory results and initiates re-engagement outreach for clients out of care or not virally suppressed
• Tracks high-risk prenatal referrals and coordinates with delivering hospitals, case managers, and community partners
• Refers clients to community resources as needed
• Completes standardized handoff of all pending follow-up before rotating to another clinic assignment
• Documents all services accurately and timely in the Health Management System (HMS), Florida SHOTS, and program data systems
• Completes reportable disease documentation and reporting per Chapter 64D-3, Florida Administrative Code
• Ensures program forms and data required for FBCC, Ryan White, STD, Title X, and maternity reporting are complete and submitted per program requirements
• Maintains confidentiality of client health information per HIPAA, Section 381.004, Florida Statutes (HIV), Section 384.29, Florida Statutes (STD), and Department information security policy
• Reports suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation per Chapters 39 and 415, Florida Statutes
• Participates in chart audits, program site reviews, and corrective action plans

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to be flexible regarding work schedules and locations
• Knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and techniques
• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology
• Ability to accurately interpret Family Planning, OB, 540B, Ryan White, and FBCC guidelines and regulations for service delivery and disseminate the information to coworkers and providers
• Ability to accurately complete complex paperwork associated with Community and Clinical Health Space
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports
• Ability to effectively educate providers about the program guidelines, eligibility requirements, billing, etc.
• Ability to effectively educate the public about Clinical Breast Exams (CBE), monthly self-checks, mammograms & Papanicolaou (PAP), and to inform eligible women on program requirements
• Ability to manage and track budget
• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously in a culturally sensitive manner
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to solve problems creatively
• Ability to prioritize and organize tasks for maximum efficiency
• Basic computer skills

Qualifications:

Minimum –

• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464
• Valid driver’s license
• Knowledge of compliance regarding state-sponsored programs

Preferred –

• Bachelor’s degree of higher
• History and background in one or more of the following clinical programs: OB, Family Planning, Female Health, FBCCP, STD/HIV care

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 Building

2200 Ringling Boulevard

Sarasota, FL 34237

and

North Port Health Center

6950 Outreach Way

North Port, FL 34287

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.

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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.

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.