Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Position: ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSE - 64051562
Location: Doctor Phillips

ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSE -

The State Personnel System is an E‑Verify employer and this position is open competitive.

Working Title: ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSE –

Requisition No: 865182

Agency: Department of Health

Responsibilities

This highly responsible clinical nursing position provides primary care services, diagnostic evaluations, and physical examinations for adults and children in the rural, medically underserved counties of Bradford and Union. The nurse is based in Union County but may occasionally travel to Bradford County.

The role involves skilled performance of physical examinations and assessments with concurrent treatment of common and acute illnesses. The nurse reviews lab studies in accordance with established protocols under a physician’s supervision and works through conferences and consultations. The nurse assesses family planning patients’ total health needs through physical exams, medical history, observation, palpation, auscultation, percussion, and indicated lab procedures. The nurse treats patients according to written established protocols approved by the Health Department Physician and advises patients in the management of common acute and chronic problems.

The nurse consults with a physician regarding management of unusual illnesses not covered by protocol or for further assessment and evaluation. The nurse counsels patients regarding sexually transmitted diseases, prevention, and treatment according to protocol. The nurse directs staff and activities related to medical care of acute and chronic medical conditions and referrals. The nurse provides wound management and simple procedures established in protocols within scope of practice and training.

Referrals to specialists for illnesses as needed for treatment not within the scope of services provided by the Bradford County Health Department. The nurse participates in quality improvement and quality assurance activities of the program and makes recommendations for changes to enhance services. The nurse attends meetings, classes, conferences, and in‑service programs as requested or assigned to update knowledge and skills related to health department activities.

The nurse follows the DOH and local information security policies and other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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

Qualifications

Minimum:

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

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:

Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

Collaboration:

We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems. Accountability:
We perform with integrity & respect. Responsiveness:
We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners. Excellence:
We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work

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

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  );
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit  .

Application and Eligibility

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…