SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64026898

State of Florida • Gainesville, FL

1d • $42,000 - $52,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Community Health Nurse provides professional nursing services in a Department of Health school clinic in Alachua County, currently assigned to Gainesville High School. The position coordinates and provides clinical services, supervises the school clinic, and directs the work of an assigned school health technician or LPN. The nurse operates under Department of Health and School Board policies, protocols, procedures, and practitioner orders, applying professional judgment within their education, scope of practice, and experience.

The nurse assesses and cares for students, staff, and visitors with health needs; administers medications and treatments; manages acute and chronic conditions; provides health education; initiates emergency procedures; and makes appropriate referrals. The role also monitors student health records, immunizations, screenings, and health plans, documents care and statistical information, protects confidential data, and coordinates with school personnel, families, health professionals, and community agencies. The nurse may support special-needs shelters, Red Cross shelters, and other emergency operations, including work beyond normal hours or days when required.

This is a 180-day, 10-month work-year position. School Health schedules may vary between 10 and 12 months based on program needs and funding, with summer assignments varying by location. The work location is Alachua County Schools under DOH-Alachua, Gainesville, Florida.

Requirements

• Current nursing licensure in accordance with Florida Statutes and Rule 64B9, Florida Administrative Code.
• Valid nursing license.
• American Heart First Aid and CPR certification.
• Ability to type at least 30 words per minute and use a personal computer.
• Knowledge of computer systems including HMS, Florida Shots, Word, Excel, Outlook, and the SBAC web-based program.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and demonstrate effective listening, speaking, and writing skills.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member, manage time efficiently, maintain high ethical standards, and perform assigned responsibilities with initiative.
• May be required to work during or beyond normal work hours or days during emergencies.
• May require lifting up to 50 pounds, assisting with transfers of students in wheelchairs, and using proper body mechanics.
• Ability to move across a large school campus to respond to emergencies and provide services outside the clinic.
• 75%–100% hearing and eyesight required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working directly with children.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide professional nursing services and clinical activities in the school clinic.
• Supervise the school clinic, establish safe clinic procedures, and direct assigned school health technicians or LPNs.
• Prepare and maintain the clinic area to ensure safety, orderliness, and cleanliness.
• Assess students, staff, and visitors with health needs; administer medications and treatments; monitor for adverse reactions; and report medical errors as appropriate.
• Provide nursing assessment, planning, interventions, evaluation, management, and referrals for acute and chronic health problems.
• Initiate emergency procedures when indicated and provide health education to promote wellness and prevent illness.
• Identify and report communicable diseases and other conditions affecting the school population.
• Document services using appropriate district forms and computer programs, and safeguard confidential and public-record information.
• Consult with and train school health staff, school employees, and other agencies regarding student needs.
• Attend IEP, 504, and student services meetings as required and provide relevant input on student health needs.
• Make prompt referrals relating to physical, sexual, and emotional abuse; identify developmental disparities and high-risk health concerns; and connect students and families with appropriate care and resources.
• Serve as a health liaison between home and school and counsel students and parents regarding health conditions and problems.
• Assist parents and guardians with information about obtaining health insurance and free or low-cost health care.
• Monitor student health records, conditions, physicals, and immunizations for compliance with state and local requirements; review chronic illness records and other health documentation; and ensure appropriate staff notification and electronic flags.
• Develop, document, and implement Emergency Care Plans and Individualized Health Care Plans for students with acute or chronic health problems.
• Collect and maintain statistical data, complete School Health Reports, and support and coordinate mandated or referral-based student health screenings, including follow-up on failures.
• Organize, document, and report specialty clinics such as FluMist when applicable.
• Collaborate with school personnel, parents, students, team members, and outside agencies to improve health services; assist with incident and accident reports.
• Monitor and budget clinic supplies and maintain medical equipment.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and workshops; maintain professional expertise and follow attendance, punctuality, dress, ethical, and other agency expectations.
• Submit employee activity records and service information accurately and by deadlines.
• Provide direct patient care or support in special-needs shelters, Red Cross shelters, and other emergency or disaster operations as assigned.
• Enter travel reimbursement information accurately and on time in the SMTS system when electing reimbursement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Annual and sick leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance options, including health, life, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.
• Retirement plan options with employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed