Nursing Program Specialist - 64004343

Health Care; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care is seeking a Nursing Program Specialist to supervise staff and manage the Monroe County School Health Program under the Florida Department of Health.

Responsibilities include coordinating immunization initiatives, school health planning, and dental contract oversight, along with clinical supervision and health reporting compliance.

Qualifications

• Florida RN licensure or eligibility to practice nursing (or PA certification).
• Valid Florida Driver's License
• Active BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Knowledge of nursing, public health, and contract management
• Proficiency with MS Office and health management databases
• Ability to supervise staff and manage multiple projects

Responsibilities

• Oversee the School Health Program and supervise health staff.
• Coordinate immunization initiatives and school health planning.
• Manage dental contracts and ensure compliance with reports and contracts.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Public health principles

Supervisory/leadership

Contract management

Education

Florida RN licensure or eligibility

Physician Assistant certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Health management databases

Job description

The Nursing Program Specialist supervises staff and manages the Florida Department of Health-Monroe County School Health Program, including coordination of immunization initiatives, school health planning, and dental contract management. This position requires clinical supervision of school health staff, development of immunization compliance strategies, and oversight of required health reports and contracts.

Key qualifications:

• Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in Florida or eligibility to practice nursing, or certification as a physician's assistant
• Valid Florida Driver's License and access to private transportation
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Heart Association
• Knowledge of professional nursing practices, public health principles, and contract management
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and health management database systems
• Ability to supervise people and manage multiple concurrent projects