Job Description

Requisition No: 842067 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64069726

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64069726 

Salary: $56,568 

Posting Closing Date: 12/06/2024 

Total Compensation Estimator 

COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is a Registered Nurse position with the Refugee Health Program at the Florida Department of Health in Leon County. This is work: performing under the direct, indirect, and/or general supervision of the Director of Nursing. This position will work in part with the department’s Refugee Health Program and is expected to promote cooperation, courtesy, and teamwork in a clinical environment. This position is in a public health clinic setting requiring independent judgment and actions. The program conducts medical assessments for individuals resettling to the Leon County area from other counties. This position reports directly to the Community Health Nursing Supervisor. Processes client registration information and prepares and maintains patient charts and/or records according to Florida Department of Health-Leon and Clinical Department policies. Communicates the following information to patients: Medical history updates, explanations of clinical procedures and referrals to other medical facilities. Addresses and relays patient concerns to the medical provider. Responsible for dating and charting pertinent clinical information written and verbally given to or received from a patient. Upholds quality infection control standards through the sterilization or disinfecting of all exam room and laboratory equipment, instruments, and supplies. Responsible for ensuring that all the patient care is provided in an aseptic environment. Handles all bio-hazardous waste and sharp objects according to Federal and state OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) guidelines. Periodically, updates infection control knowledge through continuing education seminars and clinical journals. Maintains accurate charts and records by documenting treatment rendered, referrals, and/or prescriptions given to a patient, in person and/or phone conversations with patient and billing or receipt copies made. Monitors and conducts client follow-up for abnormal results by following policies and procedures as assigned programs such as HIV, STD, and Family Planning. Attends training and seminars as they become available to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities as it relates to duties and responsibilities. Responsible for securing the designated information sets for the purposes of protecting confidentiality, data integrity, and appropriate access for all information, both confidential and public record, which is stored in hard copy and electronic forms.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Ability to identify and evaluate illnesses. Ability to manage the care of patients. Ability to work with patients having a variety of physical problems. Ability to use judgment and decision-making. Ability to use critical thinking. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to manage, communicate and discipline nurses and paraprofessionals in a fair, non-biased manner. Skill in the operation of a computer and various software programs including Health Management System (HMS), HMS scheduling module and Florida Shots.

Qualifications:
Minimum - Registered Nurse license in accordance with Chapter 464, Florida Statutes and in accordance with Rule 64B9, Florida Administrative Code.
Preferred – Bilingual, but not required.

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:

1515 Old Bainbridge Road

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
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit

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:

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. 

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