Physician Services - APRN

Department of Health
Working Title: ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSE - 64000822
Pay Plan: Career Service
Assess, evaluate, and manage patients in accordance with current APRN professional practice standards, evidence-based standards, and medical treatment guidelines, and in consultation with supervising physician when indicated.
Documents all observations and actions accurately and in accordance with program guidelines, including prescribed timelines.
Collects data pursuant to and evaluates patient complaints, medical histories, and physical findings. Provides preventive health care services in relation to programmatic guidelines. Prescribes medication and accurately documents medication in the electronic medical record. Provides referrals for physician or specialty care when indicated.
Initiates and manages contraceptive methods for Family Planning patients after evaluation, history, lab tests, physical assessment and examination. Educate and counsel patients regarding use of oral contraceptives, Depo-Provera injections, natural family planning, and long-acting reversible contraceptives.

Documents all observations and actions in an accurate and timely manner in the Health Management System (HMS). Actively participates in performance and process improvement initiatives including quarterly chart reviews.

Completion of a nursing graduate program in family practice
Competence in Microsoft Office and assorted software
Competent in the use of equipment and supplies related to the position
Ability to provide Patient/Family Centered Care
Licensure in the State of Florida as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

• Certification as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner in accordance with Chapter 464, Florida Statutes, and in accordance with Rule 64B9, Florida Administrative Code
• 1-year clinical experience as an APRN
• Willingness to travel to multiple clinic sites in Nassau County as needed for coverage

2 or more years' clinical experience as an APRN

• 1 year experience in Women's Health
• Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
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
(Flexible Spending Accounts;
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. 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:

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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 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). All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.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). All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.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. 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.