Senior Licensed Practical Nurse
Company: Florida Department of Transportation
Location: Quincy
Posted on: September 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Requisition No: 711043
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: SENIOR LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 64028006
Position Number: 64028006
Salary: $33,280 - $33,852
Posting Closing Date: 09/15/2022
Open Competitive
Your Specific Responsibilities:
This is a highly responsible, professional position working under
the direct supervision of the Community Health Nursing Supervisor.
Providing health services in the School Health Program. All service
performed for the student will be with the overall objectives of
increasing student's knowledge of preventive health care, improve
decisions about health matters, detect signs of emotional and
social stress and helping students develop health promoting
behaviors. Will act as team leaders for the health support aides in
her schools. Complies with rules and regulations set forth in the
employee handbook. Emergency duty required of the incumbent
includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or to
perform other emergency duties including, but not limited to,
responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of
disaster, man-made or natural".
Develop ongoing procedures for parental consent for health
services. Provide health/ medical diagnostic assessments such as
child health services, screening for vision, hearing, physical
development (BMI), scoliosis, Medicaid screenings, communicable
disease assessments and follow-up and health assessments to
identify medical problems. Provide record review. Transport
client's identifiable information in a secure locked bag for work
purposes only, in accordance with all HIPAA guidelines. Employee
May travel to other schools to provide services.
Provide classroom education of health-related topics, counsel
students about high-risk behavior, i.e.: early sexual activity and
potential negative consequences, taking the lead in developing
school based, family based and community-based health education and
health promotion activities. Participates in faculty meetings, PTSO
and student advisory boards and activities. Acts as the health
advisor and consultant in all health matters. Assists principals,
teachers, counselors, and other agencies in other family related
services.
Attending in-services, completion of required paper/computer work,
i.e.: Leave and attendance forms, HMS, 100% of EAR's shall be
completed (with 97% completed within a 7-day time span), travel and
all medical records documented. Work with other school health team
members to review, update, and evaluate services as they are
related to the school health plan. Will be available to work during
emergencies such as, providing services at the special needs
shelter.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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:
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For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs,
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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:
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 reflect 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.
Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee
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