Senior School Health Nurse & Immunization Lead

State of Florida; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Florida Department of Health is seeking a Senior Community Health Nurse for the Fort Pierce area, focusing on school health, immunizations, and public health initiatives. This twelve-month role supports students, families, and the community across multiple sites within St.

Lucie County. The position involves leading unlicensed school health aides, coordinating health screenings, immunizations, and health education.

Qualifications

• Must be able to ambulate more than 100 feet and lift more than 20 pounds.
• Current Florida Nursing License or multistate license is required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive to different locations in St. Lucie County.

Responsibilities

• Perform vision, hearing, scoliosis and growth and development screenings as mandated.
• Administer school immunizations in health clinics and at outreaches.
• Develop Nursing Care Plans and Emergency Action Plans for students with chronic conditions.
• Lead unlicensed school health aides and delegate nursing activities.
• Attend meetings and participate in school health programs and community health outreach.

Skills

Public speaking

Ability to travel

Education

Florida Nursing License (RN) or multi-state license

Job description

The State of Florida Department of Health is seeking a Senior Community Health Nurse for the Fort Pierce area, focusing on school health, immunizations, and public health initiatives. This twelve-month role supports students, families, and the community across multiple sites within St.

Lucie County. The position involves leading unlicensed school health aides, coordinating health screenings, immunizations, and health education.