OPS SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64958410

Requisition No: 848256 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE - 64958410

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64958410 

Salary:  $30 - $32 / hour 

Posting Closing Date: 03/13/2025 

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Your Specific Responsibilities:

The Senior Community Health Nurse functions at an advanced level within the Specialty Services Clinic at the Sarasota County Health Department (SCHD). Primary responsibilities include providing comprehensive healthcare services in HIV, Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD), Maternity, Family Planning and Hepatitis Clinics, as well as conducting HIV counseling, testing, and health screenings.

 

This role requires compliance with all background screenings, fingerprinting, drug testing, and selected immunization requirements. The position involves potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens and follows strict safety and infection control protocols.

 

1. Clinical Care & Direct Patient Services
   1. Provides public health nursing services in Ringling and North Port Specialty Clinics in accordance with established standards and policies.
   2. Participates in HIV, STD, Maternity, Family Planning, and Hepatitis Clinics, ensuring timely patient care and follow-ups.
   3. Conducts comprehensive nursing assessments during clinic visits, applying evidence-based practices.
   4. Ensures continuity of care through effective case management for patients with chronic or acute conditions.
   5. Collaborates closely with Ryan White case managers to optimize HIV care services.
   6. Assists uninsured patients in accessing Hepatitis C program services and Patient Assistance Program (PAP) applications for medication support.
   7. Maintains comprehensive and accurate client records, ensuring compliance with documentation standards.
   8. Assists healthcare providers during examinations and medical procedures.
   9. Provides health education and counseling to clients and their families, promoting disease prevention and wellness.
   10. Performs HIV pre- and post-test counseling following agency and DOH guidelines.
   11. Conducts laboratory specimen collection (urine, capillary, and venous blood), ensuring proper handling and processing.
   12. Assists Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) and Doctors in delivering specialty clinical care.

1. Patient Coordination & Continuity of Care
   1. Facilitates internal and external referrals, ensuring clients receive the necessary follow-up services.
   2. Participates in service coordination to optimize testing, treatment, and ongoing patient management.
2. Clinical Support & Compliance
   1. Participates in Quality Assurance/Improvement activities and medical record audits.
   2. Assists in training and orienting new staff and students, ensuring knowledge transfer and adherence to best practices.
   3. Provides support in other clinics or units as needed.
   4. Assists in insurance claim resolution by providing necessary information to avoid denials and ensure timely payment processing.