COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING CONSULTANT - 64028853

Requisition No: 883759  Agency: Department of Health Working Title: COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING CONSULTANT - 64028853  Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 64028853  Salary:  $92,366.56 (Includes CAD of $2,953.60)  Posting Closing Date: 09/22/2026  Total Compensation Estimator ToolOpen Competitive Opportunity  Specific Responsibilities: This is Community Health Nursing Consultant position working in consultation with the Clinical Services Administration, the Delray and Belle Glade management team, directs the daily operations of the nursing and ancillary staff at the Delray Beach Health Center and Belle Glade.  Work is performed under the supervision of the Community Health Nursing Director - SES. Assist with the fiscal operations in the Center.  Maintains efficient clinical operations by providing adequate staffing and required equipment.  This position requires independent judgment, initiative, applying general knowledge of business practices and skill in applying instructions to accomplish various job functions. Responsible for the supervision of staff including appraisals, planning and directing work, approving leave, and having the authority for hiring and taking disciplinary action or effectively recommending such actions. Ensures Florida Health and Palm Beach County policies and procedures are enforced and followed by all nursing and ancillary staff.  Contributes to overall effective and efficient functioning of the Health Center while ensuring customer service is paramount. Makes a reasonable effort to adhere to established safety procedures and practices in the work area. This position is designated as a sensitive position and is required to maintain confidential information in accordance with the Florida Department of Health (FDOH) Palm Beach County Health Department (CHD) Information Security Policy, Protocols and Procedures. Confidential Information Sets include: Social Security Data, and Clinical Information Data. This position has access to Health Management System (HMS), Employee Activity Reports (EARS), HMS Report Portal, Q-Flow, Florida Shots, Surveillance Tools & Reporting System (STARS), TB, HIV, and any other system as it relates to the position. This position may view, update or release “Confidential” information. Conduct recruitment and participates in the hiring of new staff.   Direct, supervise and evaluate work of Nursing supervisors, Immunization coordinator and other related positions.Assume a lead role in standardizing nursing and ancillary position descriptions and performance indicators throughout Clinical Services. Review and modify clinic schedules based on needs and ensure adequate staffing for each clinic.Review, plan and modify physical work space to accommodate clinic needs and ancillary services.Report any risk management issues for investigation.Assess need for any new technological or medical equipment in collaboration with other partners.Liaise and collaborate with public health program directors/managers in TB, STD and HIV to ensure complimentary clinic services, which contribute to the State established program goals. Conduct audits, generate reports, attend quarterly audit meetings, and provide technical assistance to others who may need information or access to QI data.Plan and conduct the monthly staff meeting. Ensure timely communication of all important or urgent information to staff at the Center.Maintain awareness of new treatment protocols, revised State Technical Assistance Guidelines and ensure that clinic staff is made aware of and trained for new protocols. Assist Health Access program with technical assistance with processes, operational/procedural planning, and implementation of clinical and programmatic strategies. Coordinate training and educational opportunities to include but not limited to, the American Heart Association course work for the Basic Life Support, Heart Saver, First Aide, and clinical staff competencies checkoff. Complete a compliance report and submit it to the Director of Nursing. Coordinate training or educational opportunities.Maintain pharmacy protocol for State medications in clinic.Consult with internal and external partners and colleagues to ensure the most efficient and current delivery of specified health services. Manage all client complaints and find resolution.Ensure that health and safety guidelines are maintained.Ensure that scope of nursing practice is enforced. Plan and prepare the yearly Clinical Services budget utilizing an expenditure plan based on estimated local, state and federal revenues. Assist the Community Health Nursing Director with clinic operations and budget management. Authorizes expenditures within the planned budget and monitors the budget status to ensure revenues and expenditures balance throughout the year.  Participate in emergency preparedness training and participate in nursing teams as assigned.Assist Director of Nursing Office in planning and preparing for emergency preparedness with providing training and participate in nursing teams as assigned. Assist in planning the Clinical Services COOP and coordinate the Call Down List for activation in the event of an emergency. Perform 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 services. Knowledge of the principles and practices of program management and delivery of health services. Knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and techniques. Knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology. Knowledge of community organizations. Ability to apply the consultative process in problem-solving activities. Ability to collect, interpret, and analyze statistical, demographic, and service data. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively to convey information (verbally and writing) to others. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability and skill to use computer. Ability to supervise others. 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 and in accordance with Rule 64B9, Florida Administrative Code. 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 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. Valid Driver’s License. Working hours: (A) Daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (B) Total hours in workweek 40 (C) Explain any variation in work (split shift, rotation, etc.) Some evenings and Saturdays may be required. This position requires daily in-office or field work.  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:225 South Congress Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33445 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.