OPS REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST - 64906077

OPS REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST - 64906077

This position is an OPS Registered Nurse that serves as a Registered Nurse Specialist that will provide advanced comprehensive public health nursing within the School Health Services Program at the Florida Department of Health in Broward County. This position reports to the School Health Program Manager and works closely with the Assistant Director of Community Health and the Executive Community Health Nursing Director. Utilizing the public health nursing process, the Registered Nurse Specialist will be required to independently conduct, coordinate, and monitor for quality control and assurance, and provide oversight and coordination of school health services for assigned schools, five days a week to promote student health, identify students with chronic health conditions, and assure compliance with local, state, and contractual requirements.

The Registered Nurse Specialist, under the supervision of the School Health Program Manager, will train and oversee nursing staff to ensure health appraisals, nursing assessments, evaluations, and meeting the healthcare needs of students by consultation, referral, and partnering with medical providers, parents/guardians, and school health personnel, regarding student's health needs are provided by school health nurses. This position is responsible for ensuring that school health nurses provide case management including follow-up on referrals and collaboration with community resources/partners as needed. Assists with the development of student/family focused care plans for students identified with chronic health conditions. Reviews and monitors student records to assure that child specific trainings are completed according to statutory requirements. Works closely with the School Health Program Manager to review and update school health policies and procedures, including but not limited to school health nursing protocols and standard care plans. Responsible for developing training materials and conducting training workshops for school health nurses and school staff. The Registered Nurse Specialist will conduct regular site visits to contracted schools, completing the student health record review sheet and health room review sheet at each location. Responsible for providing technical assistance to school health nurses and conduct timely follow-up, as needed, to ensure compliance. Works closely with the school Health Program Manager to develop and facilitate training programs complete with skills check for all nursing staff. Responsible for serving on committees and taskforces to represent the Florida Department of Health in Broward County. Other related duties as required.

Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position: Knowledge of nursing, public health principles, practices, and/or techniques. Knowledge of Medications & Immunizations and how to administer them. Ability to observe patient's reactions to medications. Knowledge of health promotion and disease prevention. Knowledge of case management skills and investigative and interview techniques. Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, communities, and organizations. Ability to educate staff, clients, organizations, and communities on importance of immunizations and health. Ability to prioritize, organize, and schedule work assignments to meet deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to utilize a computer for data entry and health record documentation. Ability to maintain records and reports according to program standards Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Minimum qualifications: Current Florida licensure as a Registered Nurse. Currently CPR certified. A valid driver's license, free of major infractions and access to an automobile to be utilized for work purposes and receive reimbursement for mileage.

Preferred qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing from an accredited college or university. Have at least three (3) years of experience in the development and provision of Nursing health education sessions. Have at least two (2) years of experience working as a School Nurse in the K-12 sector. Have at least one (1) year of experience providing immunizations in the public health sector.