LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 64028431

Requisition No: 869144 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 64028431

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64028431 

Salary:  $38,000.00-$42,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 02/11/2026 

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Job posting category: Open-Competitive

Position Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Position Number: 64028431

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Direct Client Care

This position provides practical nursing services to clients in the Leon County Health Department under the supervision of the licensed clinician and/or registered nurse. Duties include:

•  Interview, counsel, and obtain histories.
•  Assist providers with client care, including preparation, procedures, documentation, and follow-up.
•  Interpret clinician’s orders to clients and give health care instructions under direction on the licensed clinician and/or registered nurse.
•  Assist clinicians in exam rooms, collect specimens, perform laboratory tests and conduct screening tests.
•  Administer medication within the scope of practice.
•  Evaluate immunization status and vaccinate appropriately.
•  Assist the immunization team with the immunization program, including outreach, special clinics, and documentation requirements. 

Documentation and Follow-up

•  Perform timely and accurate documentation in the manual/electronic health record.
•  Monitor and conduct client follow-up for abnormal results in accordance with policies and procedures for programs such as HIV, STI, and Family Planning.
•  Maintain and submit required clinical and administrative forms (EAR’s, People First, Emergency Response, and Travel). 

Clinic Operations and Equipment

•  Assist in the maintenance of clinic equipment and provision of a safe and clean environment in the clinic area.
•  Asist in the maintenance of inventory and stocking of supplies in a fiscally responsible manner. 

Professional Development and Teamwork

•  Attend in-service, staff meetings, professional education programs to enhance professional/clinical knowledge.
•  Participate in team-based health care and support other team members to care for clients.
•  Facilitate the agency mission and goals of the department. 

Other Duties

Perform other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Basic computer skills, Windows, Outlook, Internet Explorer, Health Management System (HMS), Employee Activity Record (EARS), People First. Knowledge of basic medical terminology, pharmaceutical terminology & calculations, skill in using medical instruments or testing equipment, ability to interview clients and obtain a complete medical history, ability to keep accurate records, follow effectively and establish & maintain effective working relationships.

Qualifications:

Licensure as a practical nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464

Salary Range: $38,000 - $42,000

 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:

Leon County Health Department – Tallahassee, FL

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);