Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSE -

Requisition No: 865182

Agency:
Department of Health

Working Title:

ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSE -

Open Competitive

This is a highly responsible clinical nursing position providing primary care services, diagnostic evaluations, and physical examinations for adults and children in the rural, medically underserved counties of Bradford and Union. The position is based in Union County but may occasionally require travel to Bradford County. The nurse performs physical examinations and assessments with concurrent treatment of common and acute illnesses, reviews lab studies, evaluates patients through conferences and consultations, and assesses family planning patients' health needs.

The nurse treats patients according to established protocols, advises patients on acute and chronic problems, consults with physicians on unusual illnesses, counsels on sexually transmitted diseases, and directs staff and related activities. The nurse also provides wound management and simple procedures within scope, refers patients to specialists when needed, participates in quality improvement and assurance activities, attends meetings, classes, conferences, and in‑service programs to update knowledge, and follows the DOH and local information security policies.

• Knowledge of the rules and regulations related to confidential information.
• Skilled in completing documentation of work.
• Ability to follow directions.

• Minimum:
  Licensure as an APRN in the State of Florida
• Valid Driver’s License
• CPR certification

Florida Department of Health – Union County
495 East Main Street
Lake Butler, FL 32054

• 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 supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plan options with employer contributions (more info at )
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers
• And more (more complete list at )

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, must be registered with the Selective Services System before their 26th birthday or have an exemption letter. The position requires a security background check and/or drug screening, participation in direct deposit, and knowledge of E‑Verify. The successful candidate must complete the Form I‑9 and verify employment eligibility. Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty.

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 must notify the agency hiring authority. The State of Florida supports a drug‑free workplace and may conduct drug testing in accordance with the Drug‑Free Workplace Act. Veterans’ Preference is available. The Department commends veterans and may waive licensing fees for veterans who apply within 60 months of an honorable discharge (details on VALOR program).