SENIOR LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

SENIOR LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 64066736 The incumbent is part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Florida Department of Health in Clay County in its mission to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts. The incumbent is expected to incorporate the agency values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness and Excellence in all aspects of their work. The incumbent is expected to perform the following duties: Collects blood specimens (venipuncture, finger sticks, and heel sticks) from adult and pediatric patients in accordance with laboratory procedures and universal precautions. Prepares and packages specimens for various laboratories. Performs a variety of standard laboratory tests per defined lab procedures, including pregnancy testing, rapid in-house HIV and RPR testing, and urine analysis. Conducts audits and prepares reports on lab results and lab-related activities. Documents laboratory results in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) as needed. Verifies receipt of specimens sent to external laboratories. Complies with all laboratory certification requirements. Supports clinic operations by notifying STD clients via text messaging and assisting with HIV test counseling. Precepts clinical staff in venipuncture training. Attends meetings and seminars to stay current on laboratory testing advancements. Performs other related duties as assigned, within the scope of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Completes all required lab-related documentation. Maintains cleanliness and sterilization of lab areas and clinical equipment. Immunization duties include: Enters immunization data into the Florida SHOTS system. Administers required or recommended vaccines to patients from infancy through adulthood. Assists with vaccine inventory management. Generates Florida SHOTS reports as requested. Programs thermometers, monitors vaccine refrigerator/freezer temperatures, and completes associated reports. Packs and prepares vaccines for transport. Certifies immunization records (Form 680). Handles delegated tasks including processing religious exemptions (Form 681). Prepares immunization history reports and advises on upcoming vaccinations. Completes follow-up vaccine reminder communications (calls, emails, and letters). Updates Florida SHOTS records based on client status (active/inactive). Professional development includes: Attends staff conferences, in-service education programs, and seminars to maintain licensure and expand professional knowledge. May require use of a privately owned automobile or county-vehicle for work-related travel; mileage will be reimbursed at the state-approved rate, if private vehicle is used. May serve on one or more Department of Health committees as a clinic representative. Complies with all job requirements per the Licensed Practical Nurse classification. Required knowledge, skills, and abilities: Customer Service Skills Flexibility. Able to use Microsoft Software. Knowledge of professional nursing and public health principles, practices, and techniques in specialized areas. Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication. Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Skilled in the application of nursing theory in specialized areas. Skills to effectively utilize computer software systems, include MS office Word, Excel and Outlook application. Ability to operate computerized programs. Ability to plan, organize, prioritize workload and coordinate work assignments. Ability to work independently and with a team. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with others. Qualifications: Must be LPN in the state of Florida with a clear/active license. Must have at least one year of clinical experience in a hospital setting or at least one year of experience in an out-patient clinical setting. Must be willing to be trained to perform phlebotomy. Must be willing to administer vaccinations. Must have a Florida driver’s license. Benefits: 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. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr