COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64005036

Florida; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nine paid holidays and one Personal/PH

State Group Insurance coverage

Retirement plan options

Job summary

The Florida Department of Health in St. Johns County is seeking a Community Health Nurse to deliver direct health care to adults and children, including STI services, contraception, TB care, HIV testing, and immunizations. Must hold a Florida RN license and a valid driver’s license, with on-call duties possible.

The role involves reviewing records, taking histories, performing phlebotomy, administering vaccines, and educating clients within a statewide public health system.

Qualifications

• Licensed as Registered Nurse in Florida.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Emergency and after-hours on-call may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care for STI, family planning, HIV testing/prevention and immunizations.
• Performs phlebotomy and nursing assessments as directed.
• Educates clients on health issues and documents care clearly.
• Supports the communicable disease program and TB-related activities.
• Administers vaccines and injections under physician or nursing protocol.
• Reviews health records, takes histories, and assists in exams and procedures.
• On-call duties may be required; responds to emergencies as needed.

Skills

Anatomy & physiology

Public health knowledge

Nursing assessments

Communication

Organizational skills

EHR & Microsoft

Teamwork & problem solving

Education

RN licensure (Florida)

Florida Driver’s License

Job description

Requisition No: 885316

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64005036

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64005036

Salary: $61,000 - $64,000.00

Posting Closing Date: 10/19/2026

Total Compensation Estimator Tool

Open Competitive

Your Specific Responsibilities

The Florida Department of Health in St. Johns County (FDOH-SJC) is part of a statewide public health system.

Our Mission

To protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.

Our Vision

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Our Values

- Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness, Excellence (ICARE)

This is a sensitive and responsible position that assists with the provision of direct health care delivery services to adults and children for the FDOH-SJC.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for nursing duties in the areas of sexually transmitted infections, family planning and the provision of contraception, HIV testing and prevention (PrEP), pediatric and adult immunizations, tuberculosis testing and treatment and HIV care. These responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Obtains and reviews prior medical records, reports and lab results for patients
• Obtains health histories
• Performs phlebotomy as ordered by the physician, advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) or physician’s assistant (PA) or under nursing protocol
• Performs nursing assessments and evaluations as appropriate
• Follows the Title X Family Planning Clinical Manual regarding the provision of non-directive counseling and support of patients making decisions related to contraception or basic fertility services
• Administers medication and gives injections and immunizations, under the direction of the physician, APRN or PA or under nursing protocol as appropriate.
• Assists with exams and procedures
• Reviews and documents immunization histories
• Educates clients on health and disease processes
• Provides treatment and education for sexually transmitted infections when appropriate
• Documents clearly, accurately and timely

This position provides support to the communicable disease program. These responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Screens, evaluates and assists with treatment for tuberculosis (TB)
• Provides nurse case management support to patients undergoing treatment for active or latent TB
• Provides rabies post-exposure prophylaxis
• Assists Epidemiology and/or Environmental Public Health with the investigation and follow-up of persons diagnosed with a reportable communicable disease by:
• Traveling to locate, interviewing and/or treating clients in the home, at a physician’s office or in a hospital
  • Completing follow-up and documentation as necessary for reports

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

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

• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology
• Knowledge of public health services
• Skilled in performing nursing/clinical processes and assessments
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to plan and organize work assignments
• Ability to utilize an electronic health record and Microsoft Products
• Ability to problem solve and work in a team environment

Qualifications

Licensure/registration/certification requirements (If applicable, list the appropriate Florida Statute or federal regulation cite): Licensure as Registered Nurse 464 F.S, Valid Florida Driver’s License

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 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. This position has been approved in accordance with Section 110.209, Florida Statutes, Chapter 60L-32 Florida Administrative Code and Collective Bargaining Agreements with the Florida Nurses Association (FNA) and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), Florida Council 79. After being evaluated and recommended by the Director of Nursing to perform after hours and weekend on-call duties on a rotating schedule, the incumbent will carry a telephone and respond to emergencies and inquiries. The on-call nurse will make authorizations and referrals when medically necessary and appropriate. The on-call nurse will be compensated $1.00 per hour on-call on any day other than Saturday, Sunday, or a holiday. Saturday, Sunday and holidays’, the on-call nurse will be compensated equal to the amount of one-fourth of the statewide hourly minimum for your classification

Working hours: (A) Daily from 8:00 to 5:00 (B) Total hours in workweek 40 (C) Explain any variation in work (split shift, rotation, etc.) This position requires daily in-office or field work.

Mission

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

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

Inovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work

ST. Johns County Health Department

Benefits

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.