What are the responsibilities and job description for the LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 64027958 position at The State of Florida?
Requisition No: 880603
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 64027958
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64027958
Salary: $39,000.00 - $46,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 08/03/2026
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Your Specific Responsibilities:
Performs nursing duties in a County Health Department or outreach clinic offering general clinical services. Performs public health nursing functions according to protocols in specialized areas such as family planning, well child, communicable disease, immunizations, and other chronic diseases. Obtains and records patient health histories, performs nursing duties, triage, administer medication as ordered by physician or practitioner, gives vaccines, performs venipuncture, and performs screening tests, such as vision, hearing, cancer, STD, cardiovascular, diabetes and communicable disease. Assists in case management activities of family planning and other clinical patients. Refers patients to other appropriate agencies or health professionals. Educate patients as needed. Assists providers as needed.
Performs clinical nursing duties with public health investigations to track and prevent the spread of communicable diseases. Interviews infected individuals to identify and locate exposed partners. Confidentially notify exposed partners of their risk and link them to testing and treatment. Conduct fieldwork and home visits to locate hard-to-reach clients. Assist other health authorities and epidemiologists with communicable disease cases.
Provides immunizations to both children and adults in a clinical and community setting. Ensure that immunizations are maintained at appropriate temperature.
Assist in the review of health records and services. Provides quality improvement activities. Participate in educational training and staff meetings as necessary for professional development and administrative knowledge of program requirements. Prepare all records and reports required to maintain patient information and records of daily work. Participate in record review and chart audits to ensure services and documentation meets expected standards.
Participates in Quality Improvement and Quality Assurance activities as assigned. Attend monthly Clinic Management Team meetings, staff meetings and other mandatory meetings required by supervisor or Health Officer.
All other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to identify the nature of the problems.
Ability to communicate effectively
Experience working in a clinic or medical office setting.
Qualifications:
Minimum:
464, F.S. A current state of Florida Practical Nursing License
Must have a current driver’s license.
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:
4979 Healthy Way, Marianna, Florida 32446
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
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Flexible Spending Accounts;
Tuition waivers;
And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
Please be advised:
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.
Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
MARIANNA, FL, US, 32446
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Nearest Major Market: Panama City
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 64027958
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64027958
Salary: $39,000.00 - $46,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 08/03/2026
Total Compensation Estimator Tool
Open
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Performs nursing duties in a County Health Department or outreach clinic offering general clinical services. Performs public health nursing functions according to protocols in specialized areas such as family planning, well child, communicable disease, immunizations, and other chronic diseases. Obtains and records patient health histories, performs nursing duties, triage, administer medication as ordered by physician or practitioner, gives vaccines, performs venipuncture, and performs screening tests, such as vision, hearing, cancer, STD, cardiovascular, diabetes and communicable disease. Assists in case management activities of family planning and other clinical patients. Refers patients to other appropriate agencies or health professionals. Educate patients as needed. Assists providers as needed.
Performs clinical nursing duties with public health investigations to track and prevent the spread of communicable diseases. Interviews infected individuals to identify and locate exposed partners. Confidentially notify exposed partners of their risk and link them to testing and treatment. Conduct fieldwork and home visits to locate hard-to-reach clients. Assist other health authorities and epidemiologists with communicable disease cases.
Provides immunizations to both children and adults in a clinical and community setting. Ensure that immunizations are maintained at appropriate temperature.
Assist in the review of health records and services. Provides quality improvement activities. Participate in educational training and staff meetings as necessary for professional development and administrative knowledge of program requirements. Prepare all records and reports required to maintain patient information and records of daily work. Participate in record review and chart audits to ensure services and documentation meets expected standards.
Participates in Quality Improvement and Quality Assurance activities as assigned. Attend monthly Clinic Management Team meetings, staff meetings and other mandatory meetings required by supervisor or Health Officer.
All other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to identify the nature of the problems.
Ability to communicate effectively
Experience working in a clinic or medical office setting.
Qualifications:
Minimum:
464, F.S. A current state of Florida Practical Nursing License
Must have a current driver’s license.
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:
4979 Healthy Way, Marianna, Florida 32446
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
(
Flexible Spending Accounts;
Tuition waivers;
And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.
Please be advised:
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.
Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
MARIANNA, FL, US, 32446
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Nearest Major Market: Panama City
Salary : $39,000 - $46,000