Ops Registered Nurse
Job in
Bartow, Polk County, Florida, 33830, USA
Listed on 2026-07-20
Listing for:
State of Florida
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-20
Job specializations:
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Public Health Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Requisition No: 877505
Agency:
Department of Health
Working Title:
OPS REGISTERED NURSE
- Pay Plan:
Health Care Practice
Position Number:
Salary:
Hourly rate $33.00
Posting Closing Date: 08/02/2026
Total Compensation Estimator Tool
OPS REGISTERED NURSE
Open Competitive
* Flexible scheduling options are available. Applicants desiring part- or full-time hours will be considered.
* Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Polk 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 Polk 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 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.
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Incumbent is a Registered Nurse providing clinical services for clients in adult health/primary care, maternal health, family planning, communicable disease, ADAP, Ryan White and adult/childhood immunizations under the direct supervision of the assigned Senior Community Health Nurse Supervisor at the direction of the Assistant Community Health Nursing Director (ACHDON). Incumbent is expected to follow all local, state, and federal rules and regulations along with complying and performing within the scope of practice as defined by the Florida Nurse Practice Act.
At the direction of the ACHDON, incumbent will provide duties at all clinics within Polk County.
Clinical Duties:
* Preparation of the clinic area and equipment.
* Interview clients to obtain complete health history and presenting complaints.
* Take vital signs and perform other screening tests.
* Follow up on abnormal and late lab reports.
* Administer medications as ordered by physician/APRN or under medical protocol and guidelines.
* Make appropriate referrals and assist clients to make necessary arrangements.
* Maintains accurate records and reports.
* Provides screening for the HIV antibody virus, pre and post-test counsels, provides education, and refers for medical evaluation and other support services.
* Document and maintain accurate data entry into the client Electronic Health Record.
* Works with PFS pharmaceutical system to assist with inventory as needed and notifies any discrepancies to the supervisor.
* Works independently to provide services to clients under protocol in Family Planning, STD, and/or TB as assigned.
* Assist physicians and APRNs as needed.
* Interprets, educates, and reinforces the provider's plan of care for the client.
* Collect specimens for laboratory tests and interpret laboratory results.
* Assess immunization status of all clients and immunize in accordance to current standards.
* Enters immunization information into Florida Shots.
Case Management
* Assessing needs, educating, and planning with families to meet these needs
* Giving and/or demonstrating nursing care specific to client's needs.
* Providing emotional support to clients and families
* Conferring with physicians and other community agencies to provide continuity of care.
* Coordinates with HMOs regarding appropriate referral services.
Quality Assurance
* Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities, including chart audits, peer reviews, performance assessments, and corrective action planning as directed by supervisor.
* Ensures accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all client documentation, including Electronic Health Records, immunization records, laboratory data, and case management notes.
* Monitors clinical workflows and identifies opportunities for improvement, reporting concerns or recommendations to the Senior Community Health Nurse Supervisor or…
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