Requisition No: 802584

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING SUPERVIS - 64028059

Position Number: 64028059

Salary: $59,927.00 - $61,697.00 annually

Posting Closing Date: 05/24/2023

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This position performs nursing duties and responsibilities supervising professional nurses, licensed practical nurses and support staff who provide clinic services to clients at FDOH-Hernando. This position works under the direction of the Senior Community Health Nursing Director. This position spends the majority of time communicating with, motivating, training and evaluating employees, planning and directing their work; having the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward or discipline subordinate employees or to effectively recommend such actions.

Responsible for planning and organizing the work of the clinic staff. Plans work assignments, deadlines, objectives and time utilization with staff. Assesses the clinic flow and recommends appropriate action for improvements. Coordinates public health nursing services with the Nursing Director and other service units according to agency policies and objectives.

This position is responsible for supervising nursing and laboratory staff and monitoring the completion and accuracy of assigned duties and responsibilities. Monitors performance of staff assigned to the clinics. Instructs nursing staff in skills and abilities to update their knowledge according to the policies and procedures of the unit. Monitors staff to ensure that programmatic reports, audits, and case management are completed in a timely fashion. Responsible for staff follow-up on case management and all referrals to community specialists.

Conducts one-on-one meetings with subordinates and holds staff meetings at least monthly, encouraging group participation. Exhibits problem solving techniques.

Responsible for staff development and training, ensures preceptorship in all clinical and programmatic responsibilities. Assists with the development and revision of nursing procedures and protocols.

Reviews and monitors clinic charts for proper documentation of services provided and accurate coding of services provided. Ensures all components of the clinic record, including history, intake process, and SOAP notes, problem lists, medication lists, and allergies, are accurate and compliant with established policies and procedures.

Responsible for providing clinic coverage for absent staff in order to prevent backlog of services to clients. Interviews clients for evaluation and assessment of patient’s condition, counseling and treating conditions covered under the registered nurse protocols. Responsible for gathering and reviewing data collected for medical records during client interview. Ensures documentation on the chart by the problem orientated S.O.A.P. (Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan) method. Performs all clinical procedures to include, but not limited to: Immunizations, STD’s (Sexually Transmitted Diseases), Pre and Post HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) Counseling, TB (Tuberculosis) Skin Test, Emergency Contraception and dispensing oral contraceptive methods. Assists Medical Providers with medical procedures, as needed and/or requested. Advises results and counsels on preventive measures and laboratory results according to procedures or protocols of the unit. Provides referral information to clients and other providers to facilitate continuity of health care. Responsible for providing and ensuring case management nursing services to eligible clients. Teaches healthy life styles and risk reduction in the clinic setting.

Performs other related duties as requested/required,

Maintains and updates professional knowledge by utilizing educational opportunities in workshops, seminars, in-service and participating in professional and related organizations.

Responsible as a “need-to-know” employee for security sets relating to active medical records as it relates to performance of assigned duties and responsibilities for security and confidentiality of same.

Responsible for securing the designated information set for the purpose of protecting confidentiality, data integrity, and appropriate access for all information, both confidential and public record, which is stored in hard copy of electronic format.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of nursing and public health principles, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Ability to supervise people.
• Ability to administer medications.
• Ability to provide preventive health care and treatment to groups.
• Ability to work with patients having a variety of physical problems.
• Ability to determine work priorities, assign work, and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to teach basic health care.

Qualifications:

Must hold a current, active Florida Registered Nursing license or a multistate license from another Compact State.

Must have at least one year of experience leading/managing/coordinating/directing a program, project, or group of people Experience using computers to document medical care.

Must have experience using computers to document medical care.

Must have experience working in a medical office or clinic.

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:

Spring Hill office: 7551 Forest Oaks Boulevard Spring Hill, Florida 34606

Brooksville office: 300 South Main Street Brooksville, Florida 34601

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 www.myfrs.com);

• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

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: http://www.sss.gov

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.