COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64005035 Date: Feb 5, 2025 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\_operations/human\_resource\_management/for\_job\_applicants/e\_verify) . Requisition No: 846231 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64005035 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 64005035 Salary: $55,000.00 - $62,000.00 Posting Closing Date: 02/16/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) Open Competitive Your Specific Responsibilities: The Florida Department of Health in St. Johns County (FDOH-SJC) is part of a statewide public health system. Our Mission – To protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts. Our Vision – To be the Healthiest State in the Nation. Our Values – Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness, Excellence (ICARE) This is a sensitive and responsible position that assists with the provision of direct health care delivery services to adults and children for the FDOH-SJC. This position is responsible for nursing duties in the areas of sexually transmitted infections, family planning and the provision of contraception, HIV testing and prevention (PrEP), pediatric and adult immunizations, tuberculosis testing and treatment and HIV care. These responsibilities include but are not limited to: + Obtains and reviews prior medical records, reports and lab results for patients + Obtains health histories + Performs phlebotomy as ordered by the provider or under nursing protocol + Performs nursing assessments as appropriate + Follows the Title X Family Planning Clinical Manual regarding the provision of non-directive counseling and support of patients making decisions related to contraception or basic fertility services + Under the direction of the physician or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) or under nursing protocol, dispenses medication and gives injections + Assists the physician or APRN with exams and procedures + Reviews and documents immunization histories and provides pediatric and adult vaccines per ACIP guidelines + Provides nurse case management support to patients undergoing treatment for active or latent tuberculosis + Documents clearly, accurately and timely Assists Epidemiology and/or Environmental Public Health with the investigation and follow-up of persons diagnosed with a reportable communicable disease as well as the provision of rabies post-exposure prophylaxis. . These duties may include traveling to locate, interview and/or treat clients in the home, at a physician’s office or in a hospital. This position is responsible for ensuring that follow-up is conducted for all reports. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge, skills, and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position: + Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology + Skilled in performing nursing assessments and developing plans of care + Ability to talk to others to effectively convey information + Ability to listen to what others are saying and ask questions as appropriate + Ability to plan and organize work assignments + Ability to perform computer skills to enable navigation in an electronic health record and utilize Microsoft Outlook + Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Licensure/registration/certification requirements (If applicable, list the appropriate Florida Statute or federal regulation cite): Licensure as a Registered Nurse 464 F.S.; valid Florida Drivers License. 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 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. This position has been approved in accordance with Section 110.209, Florida Statutes, Chapter 60L-32 Florida Administrative Code and Collective Bargaining Agreements with the Florida Nurses Association (FNA) and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), Florida Council 79. After being evaluated and recommended by the Director of Nursing to perform after hours and weekend on-call duties on a rotating schedule, the incumbent will carry a telephone and respond to emergencies and inquiries. The on-call nurse will make authorizations and referrals when medically necessary and appropriate. The on-call nurse will be compensated $1.00 per hour on-call on any day other than Saturday, Sunday, or a holiday. Saturday, Sunday and holidays’, the on-call nurse will be compensated equal to the amount of one-fourth of the statewide hourly minimum for your classification. Working hours: (A) Daily from8:00to5:00(B) Total hours in workweek40(C) Explain any variation in work (split shift, rotation, etc.) 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: St. Augustine, Florida 32084 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 clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Location: ST AUGUSTINE, FL, US, 32084 Nearest Major Market:Jacksonville