Requisition No: 802210

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: NURSING PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 64001152

Position Number: 64001152

Salary: $36,693.57 to $60,433.31

Posting Closing Date: 05/19/2023

Job posting category (Open Competitive)

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Tuberculosis

Provides TB case management including case consultation and oversight of TB program staff. Conducts contact investigations and coordination of legal processes for recalcitrant patients. Provides guidance to local TB program personnel, when appropriate.

Conducts home visits and hospital visits for treatment assessments of TB and Latent Tuberculosis Infection (LTBI) patients and families. Assists with Direct Observed Therapy (DOT) and Direct Observed Preventative Therapy (DOPT) when needed. Inputs all information into the appropriate electronic data system no later than the next business day.

Ensures compliance with State standards (activity reporting, supply accountability, and patient confidentiality). Reviews laboratory and radiology reports and other medical data pertinent to diagnosis and treatment of TB and LTBI. Advises DOH-Volusia and TB Network physicians concerning this data. Dispenses appropriate medications based on consultation with TB physicians or per nursing protocols.

Implements program specific assessments. Assists in the completion and aggregation of required TB program management reports: compiles statistics, analyzes data, and completes reports.

Reviews county specific TB metrics at least monthly. Implements a robust quality assurance/improvement program to improve delivery of services.

Provides TB program guidance to ensure effective communication and outreach to community health care providers and impacted populations. This includes outreach projects which target appropriate community-based organizations, correctional facilities, and health care institutions in screening and follow-up for high risk groups.

Conducts at least one significant outreach activity every two months.

Conducts TB testing using IGRA blood tests or PPD for new personnel and others as required.

Monitors HMS at least weekly for positive IGRA and/or PPD tests. Evaluates and treats patients for LTBI as indicated. Monitors Electronic Disease Notification (EDN) system at least weekly and initiates case evaluation within 30 days.

Completes and updates the TB infection control plan (including respiratory protection) annually.

Compiles and submits written articles to the Epi Log Newsletter for publication at least annually.

Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD)

Provides sexually transmitted disease (STD) case management including case consultation, testing, and treatment as required for STDs including syphilis, gonorrhea and chlamydia.

Provides guidance to clinical personnel and disease intervention specialists (DIS) concerning STDs. Provides education and counseling to STD patients and their partners as required.

Assists with contact trancing and treatment of contacts as appropriate.

Epidemiology

Assists Epidemiology program as necessary with communicable disease reports, outbreaks, and/or prevention activities.

Conducts case interviews as required.

Collects clinical samples for shipment to laboratory.

Provides immunizations, rabies prophylaxis, and other prophylaxis/preventative treatment as needed.

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)

Works within the scope of practice providing services to HIV program patients as needed in CHD clinics.

Provides counseling and/or sample collection for HIV and viral hepatitis testing

Provides nursing consultation for HIV case managers and others as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of nursing principles, practices and techniques in specialized areas

Knowledge of TB, HIV and STD prevention and treatment guidelines

Skilled at disease investigations

Qualifications:

Minimum -

Must have knowledge of nursing principles, practices and techniques in specialized areas

Must have knowledge of TB, HIV and STD prevention and treatment guidelines

Must be skilled at disease investigations

Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Florida and have one year of professional nursing experience or a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or University with a major in nursing and 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.?

Must have experience as a Registered Nurse in performing a nursing assessment, providing education and/or providing any immunizations?

Must have experience counseling teens, young adults, adults on immunizations, HIV, family planning or sexually transmitted diseases?

Must have experience working in a clinic or community setting and able to multi-task and work efficiently and accurately under pressure?

Preferred -

Knowledge of DOH disease control computer programs (i.e. Merlin, STARS, HMS, FLSHOTS, etc.)

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written

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:

Florida Department of Health - 1845 HOLSONBACK DR. DAYTONA BEACH, FL 32117

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 www.myfrs.com);

• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

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: 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.

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.