REGISTERED NURSING CONSULTANT - 64068083 1
Requisition No: 838133
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: REGISTERED NURSING CONSULTANT - 64068083 1
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64068083
Salary: $50,000 - $54,500
Posting Closing Date: 10/13/2024
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Florida Department of Health
Open Competitive
Your Specific Responsibilities:
This is a professional nurse position that reports to the Specialty Programs Unit Director. This individual is a medical subject matter expert that performs independent and complex work for the central office of the Division of Children's Medical Services Bureau of Specialty Programs.
Coordinates and conducts monitoring and reviews of pediatric health care system contracts to determine compliance with administrative, financial, and programmatic management requirements. Prepares reports and makes recommendations as necessary to correct identified deficiencies and improve operations and service delivery. Monitors contract providers' performance pertaining to assigned contract management responsibilities.
Provides programmatic oversight and consultation in all contract areas including, but not limited to, contract negotiations, oversight, and reporting. Assists in budget related activities for assigned contracts.
Facilitates statewide initiatives, working with internal and external stakeholders to improve access and quality of healthcare for children and youth with special healthcare needs.
Provides technical assistance related to contract implementation and coordination issues pertaining to contract management to contract providers, CMS Staff, DOH Finance and Accounting staff, DOH Contract Administration Staff, the Department of Financial Services and various auditing organizations including but not limited to the State Auditor General's Office and the DOH Inspector General's Office.
Collects and analyzes data from various sources related to the financial impact of implementing legislation relating to contracts. Assists in the collection and analysis of data relating to key performance indicators. Reports findings to management.
Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Florida. Florida Statutes Reference: 464, F.S. Valid Florida Driver’s License.
Travel required: 10%
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of theories and concepts of preventative health care.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
- Ability to collect and organize data.
- Ability to access information from computer data systems and web sites.
- Ability to use a computer for word processing, spread sheets and database applications.
- Incumbent may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
Qualifications:
- Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Florida. Florida Statutes Reference: 464, F.S. Valid Florida Driver’s License.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Nursing Degree or higher
- Program Implementation/Monitoring Experience
- 3-5 Years Nursing Experience Pediatric Nursing or Public Health Nursing Preferred
- Contract Management Experience
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:
Telework in the State of Florida with 10 % Travel
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.
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.
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399
Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee