OPS REGISTERED NURSE

OPS REGISTERED NURSEJoin Team Duval. At DOH-Duval, we work every day to protect, promote, and improve the health of our community. Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and public service. Our programs are recognized across Florida for their impact and effectiveness, and we are looking for dedicated professionals who want to make a real difference. If you are passionate about creating healthier communities, your future starts here. 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 make assessments of and document 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. Attend clinical staff meetings, in-services, seminars and training 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. 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. Performs other related duties.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 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.Qualifications: Minimum: Florida Registered Nurse License in accordance with Florida Statute 464 or eligible to practice nursing in accordance with Florida Administrative Code 210-8.27 Must be able to provide immunizations and injections for adults, adolescents, and pediatric clients This position requires daily in-office or field work, and the ability to work Monday though Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm. Preferred: Ability to draw blood.The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available: 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) And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit 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. All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io). 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. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io). 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. 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