Public Health Nurse - Immunizations, TB & HIV Care

Florida; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Department of Health in St. Johns County is seeking a Community Health Nurse to deliver direct nursing care across STI, family planning, HIV prevention, vaccines and TB services. The role requires RN licensure in Florida and strong teamwork with the public health family.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, phlebotomy, immunizations, and maintaining clear documentation. On-call duties and emergency responses may be required as part of the public health program.

Qualifications

• Active RN licensure valid in Florida and capable of providing direct nursing care.
• Experience with immunizations, family planning, STI/HIV care and TB screening.
• Ability to operate an electronic health record and coordinate with public health teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct health care services for adults and children in STI, family planning, HIV testing and prevention.
• Administer medications and injections under physician or nursing protocol; perform phlebotomy as ordered.
• Educate clients on health issues and maintain accurate, timely documentation.
• Support communicable disease programs including TB care and field follow-ups.

Skills

Nursing skills

Phlebotomy

Public health knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Electronic health records

Education

Registered Nurse licensure

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR systems

Job description

The Florida Department of Health in St. Johns County is seeking a Community Health Nurse to deliver direct nursing care across STI, family planning, HIV prevention, vaccines and TB services. The role requires RN licensure in Florida and strong teamwork with the public health family.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, phlebotomy, immunizations, and maintaining clear documentation. On-call duties and emergency responses may be required as part of the public health program.