SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64004476

State of Florida • Saint Petersburg, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Florida Department of Health in Pinellas is hiring a Senior Community Health Nurse for its Medical Services Program. The nurse will work primarily in the Immunization, Family Planning, and STD clinics, evaluating clients in a variety of settings in accordance with Florida and federal guidelines. The primary work location is the St. Petersburg Health Department. The role provides direct nursing services and client education, supports clinic management, and includes clinical care and follow-up for STD clients after required training and under protocol. The nurse may cover other health department clinics as needed and may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, or beyond normal work hours or days.

Requirements

• Current active Florida nursing license or a multistate license from another compact state under the Florida Nurse Practice Act, Chapter 464.
• Current valid Florida driver's license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• Maintain current CPR certification, renewed every two years.
• Willingness to complete required training to become an RN STD clinician.
• At least one year of experience working with an electronic medical record.
• Access to private transportation and willingness to travel to other locations and provide coverage as needed.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and manage diverse situations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and work cooperatively with others.
• Skill using a personal computer and multiple software programs, including Microsoft Office, to retrieve or enter data.
• Knowledge of patient confidentiality laws.
• Independent problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Ability to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience working as a Registered Nurse.
• At least one year of experience working in a public health environment.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct client services, including immunizations, administration of ordered medications, pregnancy testing, tuberculosis testing, and other nursing services.
• Educate clients about family planning methods and services.
• Counsel clients on health promotion and risk behaviors, including communicable disease control, maternal and child health, family planning, nutrition, growth and development, safety, and anticipatory guidance.
• Advise and counsel clients on health promotion, STD and HIV risk reduction, and disease care and management.
• Assist the nursing supervisor with clinic management, monitoring clinic flow and caseload.
• After training and under protocol, provide comprehensive STD assessments, manage clinical care, and ensure proper treatment and follow-up for STD clients.
• Complete physical assessments and health histories, follow standard STD treatment protocols, and educate patients on STD risk reduction.
• Respond promptly to emergencies within the building.
• Complete assignments and functions independently and follow policies, procedures, and standing orders.
• Meet productivity expectations and assist examiners as needed.
• Review electronic laboratory results and provide follow-up and case management.
• Accurately document observations and actions in the electronic record and Florida Shots Registry.
• Protect client information in accordance with HIPAA and the Florida Department of Health Information Security Policy.
• Provide coverage at other health department clinics as needed.
• Keep the supervisor informed, attend required staff meetings and training, meet annual training requirements, and perform other duties as required.

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, including employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers.

What This Job Offers

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