OPS LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 64908195 1

Company: The State of Florida
Location: Port Charlotte
Posted on: January 9, 2021

Job Description:

Requisition No: 280422Agency: Department of HealthWorking Title: OPS LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 64908195 1Position Number: 64908195Salary: $17.00 per HourPosting Closing Date: 01/11/2021DESCRIPTION:This is a part-time nursing position within the Clinical Program of the Florida Department of Health in Charlotte County (DOH-Charlotte). The incumbent in this position is responsible for assisting healthcare professionals (RNs, APRNs) working in Family Planning, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI), Immunizations, TB and Refugee Health programs in delivering direct clinical services. This position requires clinical skills within LPN/LVN scope of practice, knowledge of the public health system and the professional skills to interact with health care providers and others in the community and the ability to interact with people with diverse social, economic and cultural lifestyles and characteristics. This position reports directly to the Executive Community Health Nursing Director. TB testing and certain immunizations may be required.REQUIREMENTS:Professional licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in accordance with the Florida Statute 464. Experience working in Family Planning or STD/HIV program is preferred. Clinical experience valuable. Ability to perform venipuncture required. Possession of a valid Florida driver's license and reliable transportation required. Fluency in English/Spanish or English/Creole preferred. Current AHA certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is required.EMERGENCY DUTY: Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or perform other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat thereof, man-made or natural.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Clinical Duties:

• Welcomes patients; introduces patients to clinical services including Family Planning, Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) services, TB, Refugee Health, and immunizations
• Takes and records vital signs including height, weight, temperature, heart rate and blood pressure
• Assists clinical personnel with simple procedures such as hemoglobin screening and urinalysis
• Initiates patient encounter form in HMS according to documentation guidelines
• Collects and updates patient health history in HMS
• Draws blood, collects and processes specimens
• Sends specimens to appropriate lab
• Assists with medication administration (oral, IM, SQ)
• Assists TB Nurse with Directly Observed Therapy (D.O.T.) as needed
• Accurately records all services provided in electronic format
• Collaborates with peers to ensure optimum clinic flow, identifies challenges and works to solve problems
• Stocks examination rooms including clinical supplies and patient education materials
• Inventories, orders and maintains sufficient supplies for clinical operations
• Sterilizes equipment and performs routine sterilizer maintenance
• Assists with tracking medication inventory
• Maintains clean and safe work environment
• Maintains patient confidentiality in a manner consistent with Chapter 384.29, F. S., as well as current Charlotte County and Florida Department of Health policies and proceduresClerical Duties:
  • Copies, collates, and files
  • Answers phone calls, responds to patient concerns
  • Makes follow up phone calls and letters for test results
  • Reminds patients of appointments
  • Documents in the electronic health recordImmunization Duties:
    • Administers pediatric and adult immunizations according to ACIP and CDC protocols
    • Remains current with vaccine updates and ensures colleagues receive current information
    • Ensures all vaccines are entered and tracked in Florida Shots
    • Monitors and tracks vaccines lost and/or wastedOther Duties:
      • Attends team meetings and in-service trainings
      • Functions as a resource to professionals, paraprofessionals, and support staff and students
      • Submits EARS (Employee Activity Records) in a timely manner
      • Completes required TRAIN trainings
      • Performs other related duties in accordance with the needs of the organization and supervisor's instructionKNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES DEEMED ESSENTIAL TO THIS POSITION:
        • Florida Statutes, Rules and Regulations that pertain to the program
        • Medical office skills
        • Phlebotomy skills
        • Ability to work with diverse populations
        • Knowledge of clean and sterile techniques and sterilization procedures
        • Ability to maintain confidential information
        • Ability to operate basic office equipment and use a telephone
        • Ability to interact professionally with other DOH staff and the public and provide excellent customer service
        • Demonstrated proficiency in the use of the internet and computer systems such as Microsoft Office, and entering data into a database
        • Ability to accurately document in electronic medical records
        • Initiative: Is self-confident, motivated, and has an enthusiastic drive to perform current job duties & undertakes duties of greater responsibility
        • Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, cooperation, concern, and politeness to others; relates well to different people from varied backgrounds and different situations
        • Technology: Navigates the Internet, uses office suite and assorted software, and uses technology equipment
        • Time Management: Manages a variety of responsibilities in a timely, efficient manner and is able to prioritize tasks
          • ** NOTE: 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. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check.
          • 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: http://www.sss.gov
          • If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
          • The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility. Only U. S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers will be hired.
          • Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
          • The State of Florida is an equal opportunity employer/affirmative action employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
          • Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the DOH in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.If there are any problems applying online please call People First Staffing Administration: (877) 562-7287 Service Center hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET. TTY users call (866) 221-0268.OPS - Other Personal Services / Temporary EmploymentWHAT BENEFITS ARE APPLICABLE TO OPS EMPLOYEES?State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan* - mandatoryWorkers' Compensation - mandatoryReemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) - mandatoryParticipation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements, please consult with your servicing HR office for details)Deferred Compensation - voluntaryEmployee Assistance Program - voluntaryWHAT BENEFITS ARE NOT APPLICABLE TO OPS EMPLOYEES?Any form of paid leavePaid holidaysParticipation in the Florida Retirement SystemReinstatement rights or retention rightsAPPLICABLE LAWS/RULES:Sections 110.131, 110.1315 and 216.011(1)(dd), Florida StatutesRules 60L-33.005 and 60L-34.001, Florida Administrative CodeThe State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.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 (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.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.Nearest Major Market: Fort Myers

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