ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSE - 64027992
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Location: Bunnell, FL 32110
Description:
Requisition No: 851123
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSE - 64027992
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64027992
Salary: 89,999.26 yearly
Posting Closing Date: 04/21/2025
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Your Specific Responsibilities:
The Flagler County Department of Health is seeking a motivated Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) who enjoys helping those members of our community who are seeking quality medical care. This position is an exciting opportunity to work in our Women's Health, Prenatal, Family Planning, TB, Refugee Health, HIV and STD clinics. This is a career service position from Monday through Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM. There are no weekend or holiday work requirements and no on call hours, except in the unusual event of a natural disaster. The State of Florida offers excellent health care benefits.
If you would like to work with a team of professionals who enjoy what they do, you may be the professional we are searching for.
Primary responsibility is working in the public health setting to include CORE Public Health Services, including Refugee Health. Application of nursing principles and techniques in the care and treatment of clients, client assessment, medication issuance, counseling clients, arranging appropriate referrals and testing, appropriate documentation in the medical record. This position is required to work various assigned clinics according to clinic needs.
Must be able to perform independently with the primary responsibility to perform specialized and comprehensive care to clients of Women's Health/Family Planning/Pre-Natal and STD clinics. Family Planning services are provided according to the Federal Title X Guidelines. ln addition, must be able to assess, diagnose and treat STD diseases and related conditions.
Assess family planning patient's total health needs through advanced examination, including medical history, observation, physical examination, and procedures necessary to obtain smears and cultures for the detection of infection and abnormalities.
Work is performed under the supervision of the County Health Department OPS Senior Physician.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must hold an active APRN license in the state of FL.
At least one year of APRN practice experience.
Effective time management skills.
Ability to manage multiple CORE public health clinics.
Qualifications:
Minimum -
ARNP- Licensed in the state of Florida.
Preferred -
Microsoft applications. Customer service.
Pre-natal and OB experience preferred.
Colposcopy experience is preferred.
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
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:
Work Location
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:
(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);
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.
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.
Location:
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSE - 64027992
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64027992
Salary: 89,999.26 yearly
Posting Closing Date: 04/21/2025
Total Compensation Estimator Tool
OPEN COMPETITIVE
Your Specific Responsibilities:
The Flagler County Department of Health is seeking a motivated Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) who enjoys helping those members of our community who are seeking quality medical care. This position is an exciting opportunity to work in our Women's Health, Prenatal, Family Planning, TB, Refugee Health, HIV and STD clinics. This is a career service position from Monday through Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM. There are no weekend or holiday work requirements and no on call hours, except in the unusual event of a natural disaster. The State of Florida offers excellent health care benefits.
If you would like to work with a team of professionals who enjoy what they do, you may be the professional we are searching for.
Primary responsibility is working in the public health setting to include CORE Public Health Services, including Refugee Health. Application of nursing principles and techniques in the care and treatment of clients, client assessment, medication issuance, counseling clients, arranging appropriate referrals and testing, appropriate documentation in the medical record. This position is required to work various assigned clinics according to clinic needs.
Must be able to perform independently with the primary responsibility to perform specialized and comprehensive care to clients of Women's Health/Family Planning/Pre-Natal and STD clinics. Family Planning services are provided according to the Federal Title X Guidelines. ln addition, must be able to assess, diagnose and treat STD diseases and related conditions.
Assess family planning patient's total health needs through advanced examination, including medical history, observation, physical examination, and procedures necessary to obtain smears and cultures for the detection of infection and abnormalities.
Work is performed under the supervision of the County Health Department OPS Senior Physician.
- Select, use, and monitor diagnostic tests and procedures such as urinalysis, x-rays, blood work, smears, and cultures.
- Counsel patients concerning sexually transmitted diseases, prevention, and treatment.
- Establish, train, and maintain under protocol for long term hormonal conceptive implant (i.e. Implanon) program. Initiate and manage patients using any form of birth control according to family planning protocols, including emergency contraceptive pills and methods requiring surgical placement. (lUD's)
- Monitor medications and initiate appropriate therapy for certain conditions. Initiate vitamins and ferrous sulfate therapy as indicated.
- Refers abnormal findings beyond scope of expertise to the Senior Physician.
- Participates in family planning personnel staff development programs.
- Serves as family planning resource person.
- Performs colposcopies to evaluate abnormal pap smears, if indicated.
- Performs duties of family planning APRN as necessary & perform other procedures under physician direction per protocol, fetus, manual pelvimetry and other entities described in the maternity protocol.
- Perform routine post-partum examinations.
- Screen all patients within programs for Tdap, HPV and Flu vaccinations and provide immunization education.
- Provide counseling for sexually transmitted diseases, prevention, and treatment. Initiate appropriate therapy for STD's based on current CDC treatment guidelines. Monitor results of therapy.
- Counsel patients concerning effectiveness, in addition to pros and cons, of all forms of birth control, if requested.
- Performs other duties as assigned: including, but not limited to:
- Participation in clinic schedule preparation & attendance at staff and provider meetings
- Provide input to policy development.
- Education of team members.
- Provide public health services as required during a disaster, including manning of Special Needs Shelters or POD (Point of Distribution) in the event of a public health emergency.
- Working hours: Daily from 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
- Total hours in workweek: 40.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must hold an active APRN license in the state of FL.
At least one year of APRN practice experience.
Effective time management skills.
Ability to manage multiple CORE public health clinics.
Qualifications:
Minimum -
ARNP- Licensed in the state of Florida.
Preferred -
Microsoft applications. Customer service.
Pre-natal and OB experience preferred.
Colposcopy experience is preferred.
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
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:
Work Location
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.
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.
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