NURSING PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 64064324

Requisition No: 867410 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: NURSING PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 64064324

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64064324 

Salary:  $60,000.00 - $62,000.00 annually 

Posting Closing Date: 01/05/2026 

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

The incumbent is part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Florida Department of Health in Hernando County in its mission to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts in 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.

This nursing position performs specialized nursing care for the TB, Primary Care, and Specialty Care Clinic and performs 'back-up' duties for Epidemiology and Linkage to Care. The nurse works as coordinator of the Primary Care and Specialty Care Clinic and providers, maintains and coordinates continuity of health care services to these clients within the clinic setting. Works closely with the Senior Community Health Nursing Director-SES and the physicians to promote continuity of care. Responds as indicated to notices of Communicable Disease reports and documents in Merlin. Uses Independent judgment to perform these services and has the ability to work with all populations.

Duties included but not limited to:

Provides nursing assessment and case management of clients enrolled in the TB, Primary Care, and Specialty Care Clinic. Takes and records medical history, vital signs, and Issues prescribed medications under protocol. Documents in the chart, utilizing problem oriented Subjective, Objective, Assessment and Plan (S.O.A.P.) method. Teaches healthy lifestyles, family planning methods as indicated, and risk reduction in the clinic and community setting. Provides referral information to clients and other providers to facilitate continuity of health care. Advises clients of test results and counsels on preventive measures and laboratory results according to the procedures or protocols of the unit. Addresses concerns of clients and significant others. Develops Individualized care plans. Reviews abnormal lab reports and consults with physicians regarding treatment plan.

Interviews clients for evaluation and assessment of patient's condition, counseling and providing treatment for conditions covered under Registered Nurse Standard of Care Protocols and DOH Hernando Nurses Standing Orders. Provides nursing assessments: may make a nursing diagnosis and provide treatment per Nurses Standing Orders for DOH Hernando clients with Sexually Transmitted Diseases, explaining the disease, Its complications and Its prevention. Provides nondirective counseling.

Provides back-up services for Linkage to Care, ensuring newly diagnosed clients and clients who have 'dropped out' of care gain access to medical treatment.

Provides Pre and Post HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) counseling to clients, Including prevention with the educational component.

Assists the physician and/or APRN with medical procedures per DOH Hernando procedures.

Maintains Inventory logs for medications issued. Orders medications through AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) and/or Patient Aids Care (PAC) waiver.

Provides assessment for TB Program. Provides case management via the computerized module for any active TB cases and all preventative therapy clients. Works with staff from TB Control to dispense medications for Directly Observed Therapy (001) Program or Virtual Directly Observed Therapy. Coordinates and consults with TB Specialist.  Provides TB education to all new employees. Provides the yearly TB update to all staff.  Responsible for any program reports as required or requested.  Interviews clients for evaluation and assessment of patient's condition, counseling and providing treatment for conditions covered under Registered Nurse Standard of Care Protocols and DOH Hernando Nurses Standing Orders. Provides nursing assessments: may make a nursing diagnosis and provide treatment per Nurses Standing Orders for DOH Hernando clients with TB, explaining the disease, Its complications, and Its prevention. Provides nondirective counseling. Assists the physician and/or ARNP with medical procedures per county health department procedures.

Provides back-up services for the Epidemiology to include on call and providing surveillance and response activities for the program, documentation in MERLIN, and collaboration with local infection prevention and medical providers.

Provides community health education on the topics of HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis to county residents and as requested by organizations. Submits reports as Indicated or requested.

Responsible for securing the designated lnformatlon set for the purposes of protecting confidentiality, data Integrity, and appropriate access, for all information, both confidential and public record, which Is stored in electronic format.

Maintains and/or updates professional knowledge through educational opportunities in workshops, seminars, in-service and professional organizations.

Perfoms other related duties as needed

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Merlin, Epi Com, basic biostatistics, basic epidemiology, familiarity with Excel, Power Point, Epi Info.
• Knowledge of the theories and concepts of preventive health care.
• Knowledge of nursing principles, practices and techniques in specialized areas.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of community resources and organizations.
• Knowledge of the principles of adult learning.
• Skill in the application of nursing theory in specialized areas.
• Ability to teach professional nurses and other members of the community thru outreach opportunities.
• Ability to assess and prioritize service and personnel needs in a specialized area.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Ability to coordinate and evaluate a specialized or educational nursing program.

Qualifications:

Minimum

Must hold a current, active Florida Registered Nursing license or a multistate license from another Compact State pursuant to Florida Statute 464 Florida Admin code 210-8.22 ot 8.27.

Preferred

Preferred experience using computers to document medical care.

Preferred experience in the family planning clinic.

Preferred experience in the immunization clinic.

Preferred experience working in a medical office or clinic setting.

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:

7551 Forest Oaks Boulevard Spring Hill, FL 34606

300 S Main Street Brooksville, FL 34601

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.

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.