Ops Advanced Registered Nurse Pract.

Requisition No: 24433

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS ADVANCED REGISTERED NURSE PRACT. - 64950060

Position Number: 64950060

Salary: $39,037.96

Posting Closing Date: 12/05/2017

Open Competitive Opportunity

NOTE: Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. This language simply takes the place of previous language used that referenced the "State of Florida" application

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit.

Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check.

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 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.

We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.

In the event of an emergency, you will be required to perform emergency operations functions, work during and/or beyond your normal work hours or days.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS HAVE RECENTLY CHANGED. To obtain revised and updated information on Veterans' Preference documentation requirements, click here. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, applicants eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. However, applicants claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each application 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. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Applicants may also fax their supporting documentation to People First at 1-888-403-2110.

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 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 Departments 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.

Duties and Responsibilities

This is an independent ARNP Practitioner at the Lantana / Lake Worth Health Center providing services in a health clinic to a low risk urban population. Services will be provided in the Maternity Clinic and Family Planning / STD Clinic. General supervision will be by the Center Director. This position will have access to the following system(s): People First, E-mail and Internet, HMS for the purpose of reviewing patient medical records, EHR for reviewing and documenting in the patient electronic record. This position will view, enter and print data from the Health Management System Assessment Module based on established guidelines and release information. The scope of practice will be within protocols established mutually between the Medical Lead, Director and County Health Department guidelines and in conformance with the Specialized Certification. Incumbent is expected to communicate (by phone, e-mail or in person), in a courteous and professional manner at all times. This position is designated as a sensitive position and the position is required to maintain confidential information in accordance with the DOH and Palm Beach County Health Department Information Security Policy, Protocols and Procedures.

This position may travel to provide services at other Centers. Confidential Data Set(s): Clinical Information.

Performs a complete physical appraisal of Maternity and Family Planning patients appropriate to background and training. Complies and evaluates medical histories and physical findings in the patient medical record. Identifies and evaluates problems presented by patients. Initiates treatment according to established protocols. Monitors medications and alters medication according to variation patient's response within established protocols, such as but not limited to pelvic exams, pap smears, venipuncture, skin tests, cultures and smears.

Plans and conducts health education for patients and family and includes educational concepts in all phases of health care provided.

This position will be amendable to attend conferences, meetings and activities associated with Maternity, Family Planning. Assist in the preparation of grants relevant to Family Planning or Maternity at the discretion of Administration.

ARNP may dispense any medication covered by the ARNP's protocol and prescribed by the ARNP for the patient directly to the patient. Dispensing shall be done in accordance with all State and Federal laws and shall be done following the policies and procedures of Florida Department of Health Palm Beach County including all associated record keeping requirements. The act of dispensing includes selecting the correct medication from stock, reconstitution of product if required, affixing a patient label to the bottle or entering the appropriate information on a pre-labeled container, providing the patient with a medication information sheet, having the patient sign the Offer to Counsel Signature Log, and handing the patient or their legal representative the medication.

Participates in the collection of statistical data for program evaluation and audit purposes of the Quality Assurance Program.

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

Intermediate computer skills and knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Word, E-mail, Internet and Excel).

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, customer service skills, communicate verbally in courteous and effective manner.

Knowledge of Health Management System - Clinical Information System.

Knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and techniques.

Knowledge of Electronic Health Record.

Ability to effectively interview and assess the health social needs of clients.

Critical thinking and problem solving skills.

Ability to perform a complete physical assessment and evaluation for patients appropriate fot training.

Ability to initiate treatment plan according to established protocols.

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

This occupation requires licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in accordance with Chapter 464, Florida Statutes or eligible to practice nursing in accordance with Florida Administrative Code 210.8.22 or 8.27 or Certification as a Physician Assistant in accordance with Chapter 458, Florida Statutes.

Valid Florida Driver's License.

Other job-related requirements for this position:

Emergency Duty Statement: "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 limit to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural."

Agency approved uniform and appropriate closed in shoes must be worn at all times to perform duties of this job.

Access to private automobile is required for use in this position.

Expenses reimbursed on a per mileage basis.

Employee will occasionally be required to lift and/or move objects up to 10-20 lbs.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Palm Beach

Nearest Secondary Market: Miami