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Requisition No: 879715 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64054974

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64054974 

Salary:  $56,000 - $57,824.00 

Posting Closing Date: 08/30/2026 

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Job posting category OPEN 64054974 Community Health Nurse

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This professional nursing position delivers services to clients in Primary Care, Family Planning, STD, HIV, Immunizations, Pediatrics and Employee Health Clinic under the direct supervision of the Community Health Nursing Consultant. This position is required to provide services at outlying satellite clinics of ACHD as needed and mileage will not be reimbursed. This position is required to achieve and maintain a fundamental working knowledge of the Incident Command System. 

Nursing Assessment:

The Community Health Registered Nurse will:

1.         Apply nursing principles and techniques in the care and treatment of clients

2.         Administer prescribed medications ensuring the Rights of Medication Administration

3.         Log out all medications administered

4.         Utilize nursing protocols in the care of clients

5.         Provide client and family education and make appropriate referrals as indicated

6.         Evaluates Immunization status and administers immunizations per protocol using correct techniques as

outlined in procedure manual.

7.         Accurately documents all services provided.

Quality Improvement and Assurance:

The Community Health Registered Nurse will:

1.         Assist with chart reviews and other QI activities to improve clinic functions and to meet the DOH mission statement and goals.

2.         Attend professional meetings to maintain and update nursing skills

3.         Will attend staff meetings or be required to read the minutes to maintain working knowledge of changes in the organization

4.         Will assist with the orientation of new employees and students 

Team Building:

The Community Health Registered Nurse will:

1.         Assist with orientation of new employees and students

2.         Function as a team member by utilizing effective communication skills, assisting practitioners, and demonstrating leadership skills to support staff. 

Employee Health Nursing duties and responsibilities: 

1.         New Employee Health Packet review

2.         Initiating and updating FL SHOTS and HMS records

3.         Mask Fit Testing for high-risk exposure employees

4.         TB Risk Assessments and IGRA testing for high-risk exposure employees

5.         Titers/Immunizations covered under employee health for new employees

6.         Sending records and documents to billing department

7.         Annual Employee Flu Immunization Clinic

8.         Maintaining employee health records (immunizations/screenings/results/etc.)

9.         Maintain record of high-risk exposure employees for annual Fit Test requirements  

Other related duties as assigned.

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

        Knowledge in use of medical equipment (glucometer, blood pressure monitoring devices, thermometer, scale, etc.)

        Knowledge and application of infection control practices

        Knowledge of immunization practices and schedules

        Skilled in the application of nursing theory in specialized areas

        Skilled in nursing assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation

        Skilled in phlebotomy and venipuncture

        Skilled in effectively utilizing computer software systems, include MS office Word, Excel, and Outlook application

       Ability to plan, organize, prioritize workload, and coordinate work assignments

        Ability to work independently and with a team

        Ability to work with participants having a variety of physical problems and/or health concerns

        Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, verbally (one the phone and in person) and in writing

        Ability to communicate health education to various populations and educational levels

        Ability to work under busy circumstances at times and be able to multi-task

        Ability to be responsible for accuracy, timeliness, and thoroughness of own work and to perform such work in                  accordance with procedural and policy guidelines     

        Recognize and value the benefits in the diversity of people, ideas, and cultures

        Must maintain an absolute commitment to protecting the confidentiality of participant and handling agency information daily

Qualifications:

Minimum - Florida RN Licensure;

BLS/AED Certified;

Valid Driver's License

Preferred - Experience with child and adult immunizations and schedule

Experience with FL Shots online immunization information system

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:

DOH-Alachua 224 SE 24th Street, Gainesville FL 32641

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) in order 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.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.  

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.    

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.