ADVANCED PRACTICE RN SPECIALIST - 64000985

Requisition No: 837468 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: ADVANCED PRACTICE RN SPECIALIST - 64000985

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64000985 

Salary:  $92,555.84 (Includes CAD of $2,475.20) 

Posting Closing Date: 09/30/2024 

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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 the department.

Specific Responsibilities:

This is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Specialist (APRNS) at the West Palm Beach Health Center providing services in a health clinic to a low and high-risk urban population.  Services will be provided in Maternity, Family Planning, Sexual Health and GYN Clinics.  Work is performed under the supervision of the Health Center Administrator-SES.  This position requires independent judgment, initiative, applying general knowledge of business practices and skill in applying instructions to accomplish various job functions.  This position must travel to provide services at another satellite Center.

This position is designated as a sensitive position and required to maintain confidential information in accordance with the Florida Department of Health (FDOH) Palm Beach County Health Department (CHD) Information Security Policy, Protocols and Procedures. The scope of practice will be within protocols established mutually between the Director and County Health Department guidelines and in conformance with the Specialized Certification.  Confidential Data Set(s): Clinical Information, Electronic Health Record (EHR), Electronic Lab (Emdeon), Electronic Prescribing (E-scribe), Surveillance Tools & Reporting System (STARS), Health Management System (HMS) TB & HIV Module. Health Management System (HMS) for the purpose of reviewing patient medical records, Electronic Health Record (EHR) for reviewing and documenting in the patient electronic record including e-scribe, e-lab and Surveillance Tools & Reporting System.  This position will view, enter and print data from the HMS Assessment Module based on established guidelines and release information.

Performs a complete physical appraisal of all patients appropriate to background and training.  Complies and evaluates medical histories and physical findings in the patient medical record.  Identifies and evaluates problems presented by patients.  Initiates treatment according to established protocols.  Monitors medications and alters medication according to variation patient’s response within established protocols, such as but not limited to pelvic exams, pap smears, venipuncture, skin tests, cultures and smears, Perform, manage and treat Prep patients.  Plans and conducts health education for patients and family including educational concepts in all phases of health care provided. Maintain follow up labs and refers as appropriate. Discusses any maternity abnormalities with physician and referrals to high risk care when necessary. Documents in real time in the Electronic Health Record.

This position will be amendable to precept students, training, attend conferences, meetings and activities associated with Maternity, Family Planning and STD.  Assist in the preparation of grants relevant to Family Planning at the discretion of Administration. Perform Quality Improvement Peer Reviews on a regular basis or Review records at the request of Leadership.

Participate in staff meetings, provider meetings, planning sessions, and in-service as assigned.  Assists with data collection to monitor program progress and participates in quality assurance functions.

Responsible for maintaining accurate, complete medical records required for completing medical and insurance reports and other necessary forms.

Dispense any medication covered by the APRNS’s protocol and prescribed to the patient directly. Dispensing shall be done in accordance with all State and Federal laws and shall be done following the policies and procedures of Florida Department of Health Palm Beach CHD including all associated record keeping requirements.  Accurately correct medication from stock, reconstitution of product if required, affixing a patient label to the bottle or entering the appropriate information on a pre-labeled container, providing the patient with a medication information sheet, having the patient sign the Offer to Counsel Signature Log, and handing the patient or their legal representative the medication. 

Participates in the collection of statistical data for program evaluation and audit purposes of the Quality Assurance Program.

Performs other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Intermediate to Advanced computer skills and knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Word, E-mail, Internet and Excel)
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, customer service skills, communicate verbally in a courteous and effective manner.
• Knowledge of Health Management System – Clinical Information System
• Knowledge of nursing principles, practices and techniques
• Knowledge of Electronic Health Record
• Knowledge of Electronic Lab (Emdeon)
• Knowledge of Electronic Prescribing(E-scribe)
• Ability to effectively interview and assess the health social needs of clients
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Ability to perform a complete physical assessment and evaluation for patients appropriate to training
• Ability to initiate treatment plan according to established protocols

Qualifications:

• Certification as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner in accordance with Chapter 464, Florida Statutes, and in accordance with Rule 64B9, Florida Administrative Code, or certification as a Physician’s Assistant in accordance with Chapter 458, Florida Statutes.

Other job-related requirements for this position:

• 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 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.
• A Valid Driver’s License

Working hours: (A) Daily from 8:00AM to 5:00PM (B) Total hours in workweek 40 (C) Explain any variation in work (split shift, rotation, etc.)

• This position must travel to provide services at another satellite Center, work Saturdays and or a weekly late evening clinic on a rotation basis at the discretion of Administration through the Health Access Office

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:

1150 45th Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33407

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.

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.