REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST - 64064332

REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST - 64064332

Date: Dec 27, 2024

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Requisition No: 843842

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST - 64064332

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64064332

Salary: 68,261. 41 Annually

Posting Closing Date: 01/10/2025

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Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County. If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place. Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida. We hope you decide to join our team! Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

The incumbent is part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County in its mission to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts and its efforts and its vision To be the Healthiest State in the Nation. Furthermore, the incumbent is expected to incorporate the agency values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness and Excellence in all aspects of their work

REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST

Your Specific Responsibilities:

The Department of Health in Pinellas has a Registered Nurse Specialist vacancy in the Medical Services Program based at the St. Petersburg Health Department. The successful applicant will work with Primary Care Clients, assisting with disease management, education and counseling.

The successful incumbent will work in the Medical Services program within the scope of Agency protocols and State and Federal guidelines. The incumbent works in Primary Care as part of the medical home team and is expected to perform functions requiring independent judgment. The incumbent will maintain licensure as a Registered Nurse and provide services within those guidelines. Duties will include:

+ Management and coordination of medical and preventive services for clients based on need and evidence-based guidelines.

+ Development and monitoring of individual client care plans in collaboration with client and medical home team.

+ Identifying and increasing client's knowledge regarding their medical and preventive treatment.

+ Utilization of nursing skills including interviewing, observation, and assessment to determine the medical needs of the client and motivate the client to self-management.

+ Use of nursing processes to plan for ongoing assessment of risk factors and services.

+ Education and counseling of basic health principals and risk behaviors, including but not limited to management and prevention of chronic diseases and their complications, communicable disease control, maternal health, family planning, nutrition, and safety with emphasis on prevention.

+ Case management to established or referred clients in need of nursing intervention and make appropriate referrals.

+ Direct services to clients including immunization, administration of ordered medications, tuberculin testing, vital signs and other testing or services which fall within the nursing practice if not completed by the nurse.

+ Assisting examiners with client care plan as needed.

+ Monitoring benchmarks for the client's on-going medical and treatment plan such as compliance with labs, medication, and primary and specialty referral appointments.

+ Monitoring clients for appointments and services that are overdue and follow up as appropriate.

+ Monthly monitoring and follow up on monthly disposition reports for behavioral health referrals and hospital discharges.

+ Monitoring and follow up on reports of ER visits and hospitalizations.

+ Monitoring of biometric measures of the client's disease process.

+ Outcome evaluation for patients with chronic diseases.

+ Use of the electronic health record to document client services

+ Performs other duties as required

+ Keeps supervisor informed

+ Attends staff meetings as required

+ Attends training for personal and professional growth

+ Meets annual training requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

+ Ability to prioritize responsibilities

+ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

+ Skill in use of a personal computer

+ Knowledge of patient confidentiality laws

+ Use multiple computer programs and software such as Microsoft office to retrieve and/or input data.

+ Independent problem solving skills

+ Strong verbal communication and listening skills

+ Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others

+ Ability to manage diverse situations

Qualifications:

Minimum

+ Hold a clear and active license in the state of Florida to practice as a Registered Nurse

+ One year experience using an Electronic Health Record

+ Valid Florida Driver's License with access to private transportation or able to obtain within 30 days of hire.

+ At least 6 months nurse case management/care coordination experience

Preferred

+ At least one year experience working in a public health environment

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

Florida Department of Health - Bayside Health Clinic:

14808 49th Street North Clearwater, FL 33762

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

+ 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

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+ Flexible Spending Accounts;

+ Tuition waivers;

+ And more!

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Please 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 .