SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE

SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64006915

Date: May 15, 2024

Location:

FORT PIERCE, FL, US, 34950

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Requisition No: 829299

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64006915

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64006915

Salary: 2,307.70 Bi-Weekly

Posting Closing Date: 06/02/2024

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Please Note: This is a School Health Nurse position working 10-months out of the year using leave or leave without pay (LWOP) for two months.

Multiple positions may be filled.

Salary will be $2,307.70 biweekly, $60,000.00 pro-rated for 10 months (50,769.40), 22 bi-weekly pay periods at $2,307.70 per pay period.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is a senior community health nursing position functioning in the specialized area of school health program. The position involves work in areas geographically removed from direct supervision. The position also functions as a team leader for unlicensed school health aides in the public school system. Work is performed under the supervision of a community health nursing supervisor.

Provides and documents nursing management to students to include Interviewing, counseling, health education, and assessment. Examines students and documents findings.

Assist with obtaining and inputting data for grants and projects. Participates in back-to-school events and childhood immunizations. Assists in orienting new School Health Nurses.

Develops care plans for specific student health needs. Plans and implements screening programs. Make referrals to other agencies or programs on abnormal screening results and tracks to completion. Prepares required reports.

Assess the need for, plan, develop, and implement health education classes for students, teachers, community, and parents according to Department of Health/School Board guidelines.

Monitor's performance of non-licensed school clinic staff according to Department of Health/School Board guidelines.

Perform case management for students. Conducts home visits on students with potential or identified health needs.

Coordinate's planning and implementation of systems to validate immunization levels.

Preceptor for Nursing Students

Review and maintains student's school health records according to Department of Health/School Board guidelines.

Functions on community and agency committees as assigned. Participates in school health training programs and required meetings.

Active Membership in the School Health Advisory Council

Participation and lead for 5210 in at least one public school

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must be able to ambulate more than 100 feet, lift more than 20 pounds, bend, stand for more than 20 minutes. Must have a current Florida Driver's license and be able to drive own vehicle or FDOH vehicle to and from schools, meetings, and community events throughout St. Lucie County. Must have a current certification in cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Must be adept at public speaking.

Qualifications

Minimum :

+ Current, active Florida Nursing License or a multistate license from another Compact State

+ Valid driver's License (position requires driving your own and/or a state vehicle to different locations)

+ One year nursing experience

+ 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.

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:

Fort Pierce

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.

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.

Nearest Major Market:Port Saint Lucie