OPS REGISTERED NURSE

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert. The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on the E-Verify Website. This nursing position is responsible for specialized school health services at assigned schools and requires independent problem-solving using nursing judgement and skills within parameters established by law and policy. The position acts as a liaison between Leon County Health Department (LCHD), the school, the student, the parent/guardian, and the medical community. The position is supervised by a School Health Nursing Director. Case Management Provide in-person and remote case management for students' medical management plans, ensuring physicians' orders are followed as directed by health aides and school staff. Review various logs (medication, daily, and individual) for accuracy and timeliness. Review all care provided by health aides to ensure that established plans are followed, and assess medical data to make recommendations for changes to the student’s medical provider. Stakeholder Training & Education Provide individual, child-specific training and field‑trip training to district staff, including Level II diabetic care and medication administration. Teach health classes in growth & development, hygiene, dental care, sun safety, nutrition, and other health topics as requested. Assist in developing and implementing program planning and services, curriculum changes to in‑service classes, and evaluation techniques for the same. Speak and present as requested at parent‑teacher organization and staff meetings on requested health topics. Annual Screenings Conduct annual health screenings each school year at elementary, middle, and charter schools. Document notifications to school officials and efforts to notify parents/guardians of screening failures identified. Train and supervise volunteer and district employees, as assigned, to complete tasks. Obtain care in the case of homelessness. Make referrals for appropriate care to meet requirements, and/or provide assistance to social work managers for students requiring further referrals. Individual Health Care Plans Develop and implement individual health care plans. Serve as the health expert for child study team, individualized education program (IEP) development, and 504 plans. Act as liaison for Department of Health (DOH) in Leon, the school, the student, the parent/guardian, and the medical community. Inventory Management Ensure subordinates accurately inventory all medications in the clinic on a monthly basis, through direct observation, one‑on‑one meetings, and audits. Oversee ordering, inventory, maintenance, storage, and usage of first aid and related health supplies and equipment. Other Related Duties Other related duties as assigned by supervisor. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and techniques. Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Ability to participate in the planning and implementing of treatment for patients. Ability to work with patients having a variety of physical or emotional problems. Ability to observe patients’ reactions to medications. Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Minimum Qualifications Registered Professional Nursing License: Florida Statute 464 Benefits of Working for the State of Florida 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) Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 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. Accommodation and Contact 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr