OPS LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 64852683

State of Florida•Jacksonville, FL

7d•$23•Onsite

About The Position

Come Join DOH-Team Duval! If you are looking to establish an exciting and successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place. Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida. This position provides professional nursing services in the care and treatment of patients within DOH-Duval community health care centers and satellite service provision sites. The candidate who will fill this position will work under the supervision of the Assistant Community Health Nursing Director, Registered Nursing Consultant, and/or in conjunction with the medical provider and nurse leadership team. A current Florida Nursing License is required. Accurately applies nursing principles and techniques in the direct care and treatment of women’s health, family planning and/or sexually transmitted diseases. Correctly makes assessments of and document’s patient health status. Assesses, treats, evaluates, and provides health education and follow up with appropriate cultural competence. Positively assists provider in clinic session. Interprets and implements provider orders and recommendations to patients appropriately. Completes and follows up on referrals as appropriate and accurately documents all clinically relevant information. Provides exemplary customer service during telephone and walk-in triage as necessary in consultation with the provider. Properly obtains vital signs and medical history; and performs simple laboratory procedures. Willingly and proactively assists in maintaining inventory of medical supplies and medications; and prepares examination/treatment rooms and equipment. Provision of vaccines, FLSHOTS data entry, and inventory maintenance. Promotes cooperation within the agency and externally by maintaining positive relationships with Management Team, Physicians, Nurses, Health Support Technicians, Human Service Counselors, Senior Clerks and other staff. Develops and maintains an interdisciplinary team approach to patient care and case management. May participate in quality improvement activities, including the peer review process. Attends clinical staff meetings, in-services, seminars and trainings for self-improvement, increased competency, and retention of skills. Participates in the orientation and staff development programs for persons assisting with client care. May oversee the work activities of ancillary personnel. Ensures timely completion of all mandatory training. Ensures accurate and timely submission of employee leave and attendance records, Employee Activity Records (EAR's), and travel vouchers. Performs other related duties. Provides services as required during disasters and performs other related duties as required. Travel is performed in relation to above duties. Access to a personal vehicle and a current Florida Driver’s License and Nursing License are essential to the performance of the duties described for this position.

Requirements

Basic computer skills, Windows, Outlook, Internet Explorer.
Knowledge of basic medical terminology, pharmaceutical terminology & calculations.
Skill in using medical instruments or testing equipment.
Knowledge of nursing and public health principles, practices, and techniques.
Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
Knowledge of community resources.
Knowledge of HIPAA.
Public relations skills.
Ability to interview patients and obtain a complete medical history.
Ability to keep accurate records, follow instructions, communicate effectively.
Ability to administer medications.
Ability to administer immunizations.
Ability to draw blood.
Ability to assist in planning and conducting a variety of training activities.
Ability to work with patients having a variety of physical problems.
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to teach healthcare.
Florida Registered Nurse License
Ability to provide immunizations.
Access to a personal vehicle
Current Florida Driver’s License
Nursing License

Nice To Haves

Ability to draw blood
bilingual

Responsibilities

Accurately applies nursing principles and techniques in the direct care and treatment of women’s health, family planning and/or sexually transmitted diseases.
Correctly makes assessments of and document’s patient health status.
Assesses, treats, evaluates, and provides health education and follow up with appropriate cultural competence.
Positively assists provider in clinic session.
Interprets and implements provider orders and recommendations to patients appropriately.
Completes and follows up on referrals as appropriate and accurately documents all clinically relevant information.
Provides exemplary customer service during telephone and walk-in triage as necessary in consultation with the provider.
Properly obtains vital signs and medical history; and performs simple laboratory procedures.
Willingly and proactively assists in maintaining inventory of medical supplies and medications; and prepares examination/treatment rooms and equipment.
Provision of vaccines, FLSHOTS data entry, and inventory maintenance.
Promotes cooperation within the agency and externally by maintaining positive relationships with Management Team, Physicians, Nurses, Health Support Technicians, Human Service Counselors, Senior Clerks and other staff.
Develops and maintains an interdisciplinary team approach to patient care and case management.
May participate in quality improvement activities, including the peer review process.
Attends clinical staff meetings, in-services, seminars and trainings for self-improvement, increased competency, and retention of skills.
Participates in the orientation and staff development programs for persons assisting with client care.
May oversee the work activities of ancillary personnel.
Ensures timely completion of all mandatory training.
Ensures accurate and timely submission of employee leave and attendance records, Employee Activity Records (EAR's), and travel vouchers.
Performs other related duties.
Provides services as required during disasters and performs other related duties as required.
Travel is performed in relation to above duties.

Benefits

State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)

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