OPS NURSING PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 64931184 School Health

Date: Jun 25, 2024

Location:

VERO BEACH, FL, US, 32960 VERO BEACH, FL, US, 32980 SEBASTIAN, FL, US, 32958 VERO BEACH, FL, US, 32967 VERO BEACH, FL, US, 32966 VERO BEACH, FL, US, 32968

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Requisition No: 831267

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS NURSING PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 64931184 School Health

Position Number: 64931184

Salary: $35 per hour

Posting Closing Date: 07/05/2024

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OPS NURSING PROGRAM SPECIALIST (School Health) – 64931184

$35/hr.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for the Childhood Obesity Program in Indian River County. Access to confidential records and computer access will be used on the need-to-know basis.Uses knowledge of quality improvement (QI) methods and processes to work with other staff to help identify opportunities for improvement and develop a culture of quality within DOH-Indian River; assists in improvement projects, as assigned.

Assists School Health Nursing Supervisor and school health staff to identify and respond to outbreaks and activities involving school age children. Participate in high-risk immunization programs and immunization outreach activities for children and adults. Responsible for providing case management, and disease specific education, to school age children and their parents. Utilizing the nursing process provides nursing assessments, counseling and referrals for students. Coordinates and participates in special health screenings as outlined in the objectives of the School Health Plan and in Program Goals.

Coordinates the development, implementation, evaluation, and reporting for the childhood obesity program. Coordinates health weight promotion, risk factor screenings, and health education programs and activities with the school district, pediatric providers, and local government entities with children’s programs. Conducts healthy weight promotion and education classes, workshops, and seminars for the target population.

Advocates healthy weight promotion and public health education through participation on planning boards and advisory councils. Coordinates the preparation and submission of promotional materials and information releases regarding healthy weight promotion and public health education for the school age population.

Performs related work as assigned/needed. Private and county vehicle use may be required.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• Able to do 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 or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.

• Current Florida Registered Nurse license or a multi-state from another compact state.

• Basic Life Support certification.

• Willing to work occasional flexible hours when needed, including some occasional evenings and weekends.

• 1-3 years of verifiable nursing experience.

• Valid Florida driver’s license.

• Willing to distribute information on family planning (including emergency contraceptives)/HIV/Sexually transmitted diseases and other health related topics to pregnant and parenting adolescents and adults

  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:

  1900 27th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32960

  The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

  Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory).

• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office).

• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed).

• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed).

• Deferred Compensation (voluntary).

• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary).

• 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.

  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.

Nearest Major Market:Vero Beach