NURSING PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 64051161 1

Location

Fort Myers, FL | United States

Job description

Requisition No: 824055 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: NURSING PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 64051161 1

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64051161 

Salary: $59,000.00 to $70,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 03/15/2024 

Total Compensation Estimator 

This is an Open Career Service position with the Department of Health in Lee County.

This Nursing Program Specialist acts as a nursing consultant to all non-public schools in Lee County. This position assures compliance by the private Lee County schools with Florida Statutes regarding school health, protects and promotes the wellbeing of all students, reduces barriers to learning, and acts as a consultant to specific school sites as requested by the individual schools. The incumbent in this position is under the supervision of the Assistant Community Health Nursing Director. Incumbent handles protected health information on a need-to-know basis following Department of Health (DOH), HIPAA, and Information Security & Privacy Policy, Protocols, and Procedures. Employee abides by State/Federal laws governing health information. Responsible to maintain confidentiality, security, privacy, and integrity of protected health information. This position may require access to the following data sets: Immunizations, Tuberculosis (TB), and Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD). Collaboration with DOH programs such as Immunizations, TB, STD, Epidemiology, Environmental Health, Family Planning, and Healthy Start is an integral part of this position. This position requires complete and current knowledge of all aspects of the school health and immunization programs, including but not limited to childhood immunizations (Vaccines for Children-VFC), comprehensive school health requirements, communicable disease control and reporting, community health, data entry, childhood health screenings, community referrals, and provision of outreach services. Responsible for the supervision of staff Including appraisals, planning, and directing their work, approving leave, having the authority for hiring, and taking disciplinary action or effectively recommending such actions.

Supervises direct reports including motivating, training, providing guidance, and direction. Develops expectations and meets with staff regularly to discuss performance, complete performance reviews, and discipline action, if needed. Maintains vacation and work schedules to ensure proper coverage and completes timesheets. Ensures all staff complete required training and are offered additional training.

Acts as a liaison between the Florida Department of Health –Lee (DOH-Lee) and the private, public and charter schools within Lee County, interpreting and monitoring State and Federal regulation requirements for school entry, physicals, and immunization compliance for each student. Works with the school registrars to provide training as requested to ensure compliance with all state required vaccines, screenings, and reports. In accordance with FS 381.0056 School Health Services Program, provides direct nursing services by providing counseling and anticipatory guidance; conducting necessary screenings according to age and school grade, for example: vision, hearing, scoliosis, growth and development, Body Mass Index (BMI); data entry; and referrals for intervention and follow up in an accurate and timely manner. This position has the responsibility of being the Information Custodian for the School Program information set and will perform related duties as defined in DOHP 50-10. 

Initiates, reviews, and updates the health records and monitors the recordkeeping system at each school site. Documents thoroughly, accurately and timely on the students’ school health record. Acts as a consultant and professional nursing resource to school staff and parents regarding health problems, health education, and local community health resources for students and families. Maintains excellent rapport with community health care providers to enhance probability of student obtaining medical care to achieve optimal health. May provide educational in-service/training to school clinic staff and students as needed following DOH and Lee County School District guidelines.

Monitors school health services by coordinating data collection for compilation of reports for submission to the state health program office within set time frames. Provides data analysis and statistical information for quality improvement. Maintains current knowledge of changes in laws and regulations and keeps school health staff informed and updated. Provides consultation in the development of health policies, goals, and objectives for the school district.

Assists DOH-Lee immunization program by effectively conducting and participating in outreach immunization clinics within the community, including during times of high-volume or emerging threat situations. Assists with the development and delivery of educational presentations to DOH staff and the community.

Advises and assists with implementation of the Teen Health and Wellness Clinic services and initiatives.

Assists with health fairs, community organizations, and specific public health events as requested. Provides continuing education programs for DOH-Lee staff or private providers as requested. Attends pertinent conferences as requested or permitted.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position:

• Knowledge of the theories and concepts of preventive health care.
• Knowledge of Nursing principles, practices, and techniques in specialized areas.
• Knowledge of Human Anatomy and Physiology.
• Knowledge of community resources and organizations.
• Knowledge of the principles of multiple learning theories.

• Knowledge of the methods of data collection and analysis.
• Knowledge of correct spelling, punctuation & grammar usage
• Knowledge of standard business formats & styles for letters & business forms

• Skill in the application of nursing theory in specialized areas.
• Skill in application of strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Skill in operating a personal computer
• Skill in the use and successful navigation of multiple computer applications, including the willingness to learn and use new computer programs/applications
• Skill in time management and prioritization of tasks to meet deadlines
• Ability to demonstrate empathy, understanding, flexibility and positive collaborative skills
• Ability to teach professional Nurses as well as support staff and lay community members.
• Ability to assess and prioritize service and personnel needs in a specialized area
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to coordinate and evaluate a school health program.
• Ability to work in multiple locations often in confined spaces.

• Ability to frequently bend, kneel, reach, and sit or stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed
• Ability to frequently use telephone, computer, copier and small hand tools, i.e.; stapler, scissors, etc

• Ability to operate general office equipment
• Ability to follow office procedures & practices
• Ability to organize and maintain filing systems
• Ability to handle telephone calls in a courteous & effective manner
• Ability to understand, interpret & apply applicable rules, regulations, policies & procedures
• Ability to prioritize individual workload
• Ability to locate information that is listed alphabetically & numerically
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to review data for accuracy & completeness
• Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision
• Ability to work indoors with occasional temperatures changes

Licensure/registration/certification requirements (If applicable, list the appropriate Florida Statute or federal regulation cite):

• Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464 or eligible to practice nursing in accordance with Florida Administrative Code 210-8.27.

Other job-related requirements for this position:

• Incumbent may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
• Must be willing to undergo FIT testing.
• Selected immunizations or titers and/or periodic screening for tuberculosis may be recommended for this position.
• This position will abide by all state and federal laws, rules, and DOH policies and procedures.

• Incumbent must possess a valid Florida Driver License and have a motor vehicle to carry out these duties.
• This position is authorized to transport confidential information outside of established DOH-Lee facilities and must comply with parameters defined in DOHP 50-10.
• Must have current CPR certification or obtain such certification during employment.
• Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment.
• This position is classified as sensitive. This individual will perform tasks defined as sensitive and handles confidential
  information. Background screening is a condition of employment.
• Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment.

Working hours: (A) Daily from 8:00 A.M, to 5:00 P.M. (B) Total hours in workweek 40 (C) Explain any variation in work (split shift, rotation, etc.) May be required to work additional hours as needed.

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:

Fort Myers

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  .

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:  

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 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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