Senior Licensed Practical Nurse - 64028006

Requisition No: 818368 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: SENIOR LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 64028006

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64028006 

Salary:  $32,760.00 - $47,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 12/22/2023 

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Open Competitive

Your Specific Responsibilities:

The position of clinic Sr. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is under the direct supervision of the Sr. Community Health Nursing Director.

The incumbent provides nursing services for clients in the Primary Care, Family Planning (FP), Tuberculosis (TB), Adult and Child Immunization, and Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) clinic.  This position is classified as a sensitive position.  The Sr. LPN handles protected health information on a need-to-know basis following Department of Health, HIPAA and Information Security and privacy policy.  The incumbent has access to the following sets of confidential information: CHD client medical records and the Health Management System. The nurse will assist the RN, APRN and MD with monitoring and managing the clinic area, conducting patient appointments in the clinic, field visits, as well as the medical mobile unit. The incumbent will provide first aid, assist with prescription and non-prescription medications (within scope of practice), and assist with procedures.

This position obtains and documents necessary intake information including vital signs in a verbal, written, and electronic format to the RN, APRN, and MD. This position will also perform venipuncture with the appropriate collection equipment/device for the purpose of blood sampling and specimen collection and process specimen for delivery to lab sites. This position will perform clinic services as directed by the RN, APRN, and MD. The incumbent will assist with clinic inventory and mobile unit inventory which includes checking inventory logs and ensuring clinic rooms are stocked with necessary supplies. The Sr. LPN will assist with inventory counts of medications and vaccinations. This position assists with clerical duties such as recording and reports, processing referrals and follow-up activities, and making phone calls to clients and other healthcare providers.

The Sr. LPN attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and in-service programs pertinent for updates. The incumbent will accurately complete leave and attendance by coding EAR's and completion of timesheets, as well as all other duties as directed by the RN, APRN and MD.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of nursing principles and techniques. 
Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. 
Skill in the use of medical equipment and instruments used in providing nursing care. 
Ability to demonstrate manual dexterity. 
Ability to administer medications. 
Ability to work with patients. 
Ability to interpret and follow medical instructions. 
Ability to observe patients' symptoms and reactions to treatment. 
Ability to communicate effectively. 
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum - Licensure as a PRACTICAL NURSE in accordance with Florida Statute 464 or eligible to practice nursing in accordance with Florida Administrative Code 210-8.22 or 8.27 and one year of experience in providing practical nursing services.

Preferred - Current BLS Certification.

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:

278 LaSalle Lefall Drive, Quincy FL 32351

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

(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com).

• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers.
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, 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. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

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.

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 agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). 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. 

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.

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.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  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.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.