OPS ADVANCED PRACTICE RN SPECIALIST - 64952403

Requisition No: 846539 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS ADVANCED PRACTICE RN SPECIALIST - 64952403

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64952403 

Salary:  $45.00-$50.00 per hour 

Posting Closing Date: 02/25/2025 

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Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County.  If you are looking to establish a successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place.  Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida.  We hope you decide to join our team!  Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

 

The incumbent is part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County in its mission to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts and its efforts and its vision To be the Healthiest State in the Nation. Furthermore, the incumbent is expected to incorporate the agency values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness and Excellence in all aspects of their work.

 

The OPS Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Specialist is responsible for providing comprehensive health care to clients, including diagnosing and treating acute, episodic, and chronic illness and helping to prevent diseases and injuries as part of a medical home team.

 

The successful applicant must be available to work at least 3 days per week and be able to work 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. 

 

Your Specific Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive health care to clients in various clinic settings 
• Prescribe medication dosages, routes, and frequencies based on patient characteristics such as age and gender.
• Order, perform, interpret and/or evaluate the results of diagnostic tests, such as urinalysis, smears, complete blood counts (CBCs), electrocardiograms (EKGs), and radiographs (x-rays) to identify and assess patient's condition.
• Analyze and interpret patient histories, symptoms, physical findings, or diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnoses.
• Develop treatment plans based on scientific rationale, standards of care, and professional practice guidelines.
• Diagnose or treat acute health care problems such as illnesses, infections, or injuries.
• Prescribe medications based on efficacy, safety, and cost as legally authorized.
• Counsel patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with other substances such as food supplements, over-the-counter (OTC) medications, or herbal remedies.
• Recommend interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks.
• Educate patients about self-management of acute or chronic illnesses, tailoring instructions to patients' individual circumstances.
• Prescribe or recommend medications or other forms of treatment.
• Makes appropriate referrals for specialty care.
• Provide case management and consultation for staff. 
• Coordinate patient care activities with physician and/or involved staff. 
• Instruct on topics such as health education and disease prevention.
• Participate in quality assurance activities including meetings and peer review.
• Ensure cooperation and coordination between Clinical Services Division, Disease Control and other divisions regarding clinical issues. 
• Comply with HEDIS measure, Meaningful Use standards, productivity standards, and selected goals for quality of care.

 

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