Senior School Health Nurse — Public Health Leader

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Date:
Jul 27, 2026

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Requisition No:879366

Agency:
Department of Health

Working Title:

SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE -

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH – HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY

COMMUNITY HEALTH – SENIOR COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough 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.

Join an amazing company culture that values employee growth and development at the Florida Department of Health. Professional development is highly encouraged and supported within our organization through opportunities for mentorships and educational and skills training. From the moment you are hired, you can begin to grow as a professional and a leader, through strategic planning, internal committees, and project engagement.

There are also many opportunities for continuing education at no cost to the employee. If you are looking to further your education through a college degree, the Florida Department of Health can help with our tuition reimbursement program. We offer an inspiring and encouraging atmosphere to support you while you work with us.

The Florida Department of Health (DOH) is responsible for the health and safety of all citizens and visitors to the state. As a public health agency, the Florida Department of Health must monitor the health status of Floridians, diagnose, and investigate health problems, and mobilize local communities to address health-related issues. The Florida Department of Health develops policies and plans that support health goals, enforce laws and regulations that protect the health of all residents and visitors, and link people to health care services.

The Florida Department of Health also provides specialized assistance to pregnant women, infants, and children with special health care needs, regulates health care practitioners, and provides medical disability determinations.

COMMUNITY HEALTH SCHOOL NURSE

The ideal candidate/employee must be willing to work a 10 ½ months position with unpaid leave during the summer break.

The school nurse will work within the School District of Hillsborough County, Florida.

The major focus of school nursing services is the prevention of illness and disability, and the early detection and correction of health problems. The school nurse is uniquely qualified in preventive health, health assessment, and referral procedures.

Duties will include nursing assessments for students with health problems or at high-risk for developing health problems. School nurses are also responsible for training and supervising Licensed Practical Nurses functioning in the role of Health Assistant as mandated by the Nurse Practice Act, along with training and monitoring Unlicensed Assistive Personnel.

The nurse must have the ability to multi-task and communicate effectively with students, parents and staff.

This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) with and a valid Registered Nurse license with the State of Florida.

This position requires a current certification in First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation.

Responsibilities include:

Provide mandated health screening to students along with referrals and follow-up as needed.

Counsel students, staff and family members in the area of physical, emotional and social health.

Assure that school personnel who are assigned to administer medication or perform procedures are properly trained.

Develop care plans for students with health care needs that must be addressed during the school day.

Review student health records to insure compliance with the immunization requirements for school attendance.

Knowledge, skills & abilities:

Knowledge of nursing and public health…