Weekend Cvs Vaccine Rn Jobs in Inverness, FL (NOW HIRING)

Requisition No: 878555 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST - 64051502

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64051502 

Salary:  $69,495.97 annually 

Posting Closing Date: 07/14/2026 

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

Mobile Health Unit Nursing Responsibilities:

• Provides professional nursing services on the Mobile Health Unit. Demonstrates and implements techniques of nursing care. Counsels and educates clients on sexually transmitted infections (STI), including human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and risk reduction. Provides pre- and post-test counseling for hepatitis and HIV and connection to additional care services as appropriate. Draws blood for testing.

• Dispenses contraceptive devices, medications and literature. Informs clients on family planning methods and counsels regarding risks and benefits of different contraceptive methods.  Monitors clients for symptoms of contraceptive side effects. Performs pregnancy testing and counseling according to protocol and Title X and American Council on Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG) guidelines. Refers clients to prenatal care and resources when indicated.

• Provides children and adults with immunizations in accordance with the Standards of Childhood and Adult Immunizations Practices, ACIP and DOH-Marion policies. Reviews client's history to determine the accuracy and safety of the immunizations scheduled to be administered. Informs the client regarding potential adverse reactions, provides required VIS forms. Required to complete daily MHU inventory to ensure adequate vaccine supply for Vaccines for Children (VFC), paid stock, and program 17 within financial parameters. Maintains vaccine accountability within state requirements. Completes temperature monitoring for vaccine storage equipment and works to identify and correct errors in compliance with Vaccines for Children (VFC) and Centers for Disease (CDC) guidelines.

• Facilitates telehealth calls for clients with DOH-Marion APRN or Medical Director as needed during course of Mobile Health Unit visits. Provides treatment under DOH-Marion provider’s standing orders, program guidelines, and/or Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations.

• Helps client maintain a state of wellness through periodic screening procedures and health counseling.

• Assures timely data entry in Florida Shots, HMS, and EARS as required.

Mobile Health Unit Operational Responsibilities:

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong communication skills, with fluency in spoken and written English.
• Ability to learn training materials and apply knowledge effectively to job duties and responsibilities
• Ability to teach others, sharing knowledge and skills in a clear and supportive manner
• Knowledge of adult learning methods to enhance training and education effectiveness
• Ability to administer vaccines across all age groups.
• Knowledge of vaccines, immunization requirements, and guidelines for infants, children, adolescents, and adults.
• Knowledge to recognize situations in which intervention is needed to improve outcomes or prevent harm
• Ability to collect correct information for accurate documentation and reporting.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrating initiative and accountability
• Ability to use multiple computer programs to support clinic operations and documentation
• Ability to make a nursing diagnosis following specified protocols
• Ability to handle difficult STI/ sexual health Issues/situations and social issues/situations in a sensitive, professional and non-judgmental manner.
• Ability to teach clients specific health issues, promotion of wellness, maintenance of health and prevention of illness.
• Ability to make a nursing diagnosis following specified protocols.
• Availability to attend evening and weekend events as needed
• Flexibility to adjust work schedule and responsibilities
• Ability to carry 25lbs unassisted

Qualifications:

MINIMUM-

Valid Florida Driver's license

One year nursing experience in clinical public health

Valid Florida registered nursing license

PREFERRED-

Experience in community outreach

Bilingual English/Spanish

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:

MARION COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT 

1801 SE 32ND AVE OCALA FLORIDA 34471

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.