SENIOR LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 64036714

Requisition No: 864620 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: SENIOR LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 64036714

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64036714 

Salary:  $1751.56 Bi-Weekly 

Posting Closing Date: 11/08/2025 

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Internal Agency Opportunity

Applicants accepted only from Department of Health employees, (includes OPS, Career Service, SES or SMS employees).

Applicants will not be accepted from outside of the department.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Provides practical nursing care under the direction of the registered nurse and licensed physician and applies practical nursing principles and techniques in the care and treatment of patients within all programs including but not limited to, Improved Pregnancy Outcome, Family Planning, Communicable disease, Immunizations, Refugee Health, Sexually Transmitted Infections/Diseases, and Chronic disease.

Performs professional public health nursing duties including but not limited to education, interviewing, counseling, and teaching under the direction of the Assistant Community Health Nursing Director according to needs and program requirements.

Performs indicated practical nursing duties and related activities according to established policies and procedures including but not limited to assisting the physician, giving prescribed medication, assisting clinicians, and performs follow-up and compliance.

Provides practical nursing care under the registered nurse to administer immunizations and complete records in a timely manner.

Employee prepares rooms for assigned clinics and ensures that all equipment and supplies are readily accessible for the medical and nursing staff. Inventories and maintains stock of medical supplies in clinics and maintains a clean and orderly work environment.

Employee performs phlebotomy for clinic clients as needed and functions as a backup for all lab duties in the absence of the Lab Tech III. Communicates with respect and understanding in dealing with clients, the public, and other staff members.

Employee enters lab ordering information into the electronic ordering module as required. Employee reviews lab requisitions forms to ensure accuracy and completeness and performs all necessary QA review prior to electronic transmittal and shipment

Employee performs other duties as assigned based on agency need including working in other clinic sites as requested

Portrays professionalism and always communicates a positive public employee image.

Utilizes electronic health records and programs accurately and correctly on regular basis.

Participates in continuing education, in-services, staff meetings, and new employee orientation and transports oneself thereto.

Completes and submits required time management documentations (EARS, timesheets, etc.) in FDOH mandated timeframes and that of direct reports.

Performs related duties as required by Assistant Community Health Nursing Director.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of computer software including applications and EHR.

Knowledge of Public Health Practices.

Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communication.

Ability to assist clinicians with physical and procedural exams of clients.

Ability to organize the clinic or lab work setting and plan for clinic efficiency.

Able to obtain and record client health screening information.

Ability to receive, prepare, and preserve specimens for testing and evaluation

Ability to perform physical activities that require moving one’s whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, where the activities often also requires considerable use of the arms and legs.

Ability to lift 20 pounds.

Ability to read, understand, and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Knowledge of work safety standards and compliance requirements.

Qualifications:

Minimum –

Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency.

Willing to travel to various locations in Brevard County

Current Florida State Licensed Practical Nurse License or a LPN License from another compact state

Valid Driver’s License

Preferred:

At least one or more years LPN experience.

At least one or more years of Public Health Nursing experience.

Current Florida DOH employee

Experience working with Refugee Health clinics

Experience working in a laboratory setting

Experience handling and processing laboratory specimens

Experience working in Women’s health and Family Planning.

Experience working in Obstetrics/Maternity Care.

Experience working with immunizations.

Experience utilizing an EHR

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:

2555 Judge Fran Jamieson Way Viera Florida 32940

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.