Location: Gainesville,FL, USA
Requisition No: 835183 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64084949 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 64084949 Salary: $56,000-$57,844.80 Posting Closing Date: 09/30/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH = OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY Your Specific Responsibilities: This professional nursing position delivers services to clients in Primary Care, Family Planning, STD, HIV, Immunizations, and Pediatrics under the direct supervision of the Community Health Nursing Supervisor. This position is required to provide services at outlying satellite clinics of ACHD as needed and mileage will not be reimbursed. This position is required to achieve and maintain a fundamental working knowledge of the Incident Command System. Nursing Assessment: The Community Health Registered Nurse will: 1. Apply nursing principles and techniques in the care and treatment of clients. 2. Administer prescribed medications ensuring the Rights of Medication Administration. 3. Log out all medications administered. 4. Utilize nursing protocols in the care of clients. 5. Provide client and family education and make appropriate referrals as indicated. 6. Evaluates Immunization status and administers immunizations per protocol using correct techniques as outlined in procedure manual. 7. Accurately documents all services provided. Quality Improvement and Assurance: The Community Health Registered Nurse will: 1. Assist with chart reviews and other QI activities to improve clinic functions and to meet the ACHD mission statement and goals. 2. Attend professional meetings to maintain and update nursing skills. 3. Will attend staff meetings or be required to read the minutes to maintain working knowledge of changes in the organization. 4. Will assist with the orientation of new employees and students. Team Building: The Community Health Registered Nurse will: 1. Assist with orientation of new employees and students. 2. Function as a team member by utilizing effective communication skills, assisting practitioners, and demonstrating leadership skills to support staff. Other duties: 1. Incumbent may be required to work beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency operation functions of the Incumbent include but are not limited to Special Needs Shelters, Red Cross Shelters, or other emergency functions. 2. Required to complete ICS 100 and NIMS 700 within 3 months of initial employment and provide documentation of successful completion. Required to attend any additional ICS or NIMS training as assigned. Responsible for securing the designated information sets for the purpose of protecting confidentiality, data integrity, and appropriate access of all information, both confidential and public. Performs all other related duties as requested Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of Medical Terminology. Knowledge of Florida Shots. Skilled in using a computer. Skilled at being able to prioritize and organize a heavy workload. Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally. Ability to work independently or with a team. Qualifications: Minimum - Clear/Active Florida Nursing license; Valid Driver's License, CPR/AED Certified. Valid Florida Driver's License. Preferred - Experience with Adult and Pediatric Immunization Schedule. 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: DOH-Alachua located at 224 SE 24th Street, Gainesville FL 32641 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: