Ops Registered Nurse Specialist - 64952552 1

OPS REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST - 64952552 1 Date: Feb 23, 2024 Location: ST PETERSBURG, FL, US, 33701 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\_operations/human\_resource\_management/for\_job\_applicants/e\_verify) .Requisition No: 823922 Agency: Department of HealthWorking Title: OPS REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST - 64952552 1 Pay Plan: TempPosition Number: 64952552 Salary: $33.00 hourly Posting Closing Date: 03/10/2024 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) 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. OPS Registered Nurse Specialist TB/Refugee Health Program The Department of Health in Pinellas has an OPS Registered Nurse Specialist position open in the TB/Refugee Health Program.

The successful applicant will work primarily in the Refugee Health Clinic providing Health Assessments, Labs, introductions and education into the US health systems and provide children and adult immunizations in a fast paced environment. This position also requires a credentialing process for Refugee Health Assessments which includes hands on training and a passing exam within 90 days. This position will be located in the Refugee Clinic at the St.

Petersburg Health Department. The successful applicant will evaluate clients in a variety of settings within the scope of Florida State and Federal guidelines. Your Specific Responsibilities: Responsible for ensuring that all newly arriving refugees, asylees, parole's and other Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) eligible immigrants complete the health screening and vaccination process in a timely manner.

Provide culturally and linguistically appropriate health orientation and education for all newly arrived refugees, asylees and other ORR eligible immigrants. Strengthen collaborative relationships with refugee resettlement agencies and local health care providers to ensure that newly-arrived refugees, asylees and other ORR eligible immigrants understand and utilize the U.S. health care system; Ensures for efficient clinic patient flow; Initiates clinic client intake procedures, identifies client needs, and provides referrals and follow-up client education as ordered; Assesses, plans and manages client care based on physical and laboratory findings in accordance with established program procedures and protocols; evaluates and interprets lab results.

Compiles and evaluates patient's health history, physical findings, and if necessary, initiates further diagnostic laboratory tests; Provides health education; Initiates treatment under a physician's supervision or within the limits of established protocols; Completes appropriate referrals as needed; Provides nursing duties in the clinical and case management settings as assigned; Documents all observations findings and actions in the HMS database following established procedures while maintaining strict confidentiality at all times. Maintains communication with the program manager advising on status of clients. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: + Knowledge of professional nursing and public health principles, practices and techniques in specialized areas + Knowledge of the theories and concepts of preventive health care + Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology + Skill in the application of nursing theory in specialized areas + Ability to give vaccinations + Ability to draw blood + Ability to operate a personal computer + Ability to learn and use computer software applications + Ability to administer medications + Knowledge of community resources + Ability to provide preventive health care and treatment to groups + Ability to assist in planning and conducting a variety of training activities + Ability to work with patients having a variety of physical problems + Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments + Ability to document thoroughly + Ability to teach health care + Ability to follow directions + Skill in communicating effectively verbally and in writing + Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others + Knowledge of medical and/or public health field + Knowledge and skills in epidemiologic investigations + Skill in communication of health information + Abillity to maintain strict confidentiality Qualifications: Minimum - + Clear and active license in the State of Florida to practice as a REGISTERED NURSE + Current valid Florida Driver's License or able to obtain one within 30 days of employment + Access to private transportation and willing to travel to other locations and provide coverage as needed Preferred - + Bilingual + At least one year of experience working in a public health environment + Experience giving adult and children's vaccinations + At least one year of experience working as a Registered Nurse 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: Based out of St. Petersburg Health Department The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available: + State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory) + Participation in state group insurance + Reemployment Assistance + Deferred Compensation + Employee Assistance Program + And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com. 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 in direct deposit.

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.

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days. 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. The 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:Tampa