REGISTERED NURSING CONSULTANT - 64064587

Requisition No: 881162  Agency: Department of Health Working Title: REGISTERED NURSING CONSULTANT - 64064587  Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 64064587  Salary:  $55,000.00 - $60,000.00  Posting Closing Date: 08/13/2026  Total Compensation Estimator ToolFlorida Department of Health Open Competitive   This is a professional Registered Nurse Consultant position within the Division of Children’s Medical Services Quality Assurance and Clinical Education unit. As an integral member of the team, this individual is responsible for providing technical assistance, nursing expertise and oversight of activities related to the Children's Multidisciplinary Assessment Team Program in relation to program development and providing health care quality management and improvements in the statewide Children's Medical Services Program.   Your Specific Responsibilities: Provides nursing consultation, policy direction, implementation and technical assistance to CMAT staff, and community partners (CBC, MMA plans) related to the clinical aspects of programmatic matters, quality improvement methods, concepts and requirements. Participates in the development, revision, and ongoing maintenance of CMAT program policies, Internal Training Manual, and reports. Provides monthly compilation and analysis of CMAT client and staffing reports for quality improvement processes. Conducts performance improvement activities and reviews of CMAT programs including annual reviews to ensure compliance in carrying out federal and state requirements. Analyzes quarterly reports submitted by CMS staff or providers, conduct reviews for performance improvement, analyzes data to develop an annual report. Works with CMAT staff to provide ongoing consultation and technical assistance to determine needs related to program policies and data management. Review data, assessments, documentation, and staffing summaries verifying accuracy and quality. Participates on various work groups, team, committees related to program related issues and topics. Performs other work-related duties as assigned.  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to collect and evaluate data. Must be highly organized and detailed oriented. Ability to organize data into logical format for reports, documents and other written materials. Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques. Ability to work independently. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to use Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel Outlook and PowerPoint) with proficiency.  Qualifications: Minimum: Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Florida. Florida Statutes Reference: 464, F.S. Valid Florida Driver's License  Preferred: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Nursing 1-3 years of pediatric nursing experience. Experience in quality assurance, program evaluation, and tracking implementation of actions to ensure correction of non-compliance identified through monitoring. Experience with Florida Medicaid as it applies to children and youth, and Department of Children and Families as it relates to foster care. Experience providing training or developing training tools. Proficient in the use of technology (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and TEAMS)     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: 2020 Capital Circle SE Tallahassee, FL, 32399 This is not a remote position.    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.   All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.    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.   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.