State of Florida·Wildwood, Florida
Provide comprehensive community health nursing services including immunizations, family planning, and chronic disease management. Responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, administering medications, maintaining clinical supplies, and coordinating care with physicians and community agencies.
07/30/2026 Total Compensation Estimator ToolCOMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE Open Competitive- Anticipated Vacancy Your Specific Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities of this position include those functions and tasks of a generalized Community Health Nurse in programs and services related to the health of the community and the individual. Community Health Nursing Services include, but are not limited to: Family Planning, Immunizations, Communicable Disease, Child health. Chronic disease, and other related programs. Interviews, counsels, educates, obtains health histories, vital signs, administers medications, completes nursing assessments, provides referrals, and follow up care to clients within the clinic and the community. Performs timely and accurate client documentation and coding of services both electronically and manually according to policies and procedures. Assists provider in clinics, conducts screening tests, performs laboratory tests as indicated, collecting specimens in proper tubes, and sending to correct laboratory to be analyzed. Gives and or demonstrates nursing care specific to client's needs. Confers with physicians and other community agencies to provide continuity of care. Tracks and reviews lab results and reports any abnormalities to provider. Adheres to DOH policies for security of client data and security systems. Administers and counsels on immunizations according to procedure, protocol and ACIP recommendations. Codes services based upon established standards, guidelines, and protocols. Completes vaccine inventory count and submits vaccine orders to immunization supervisor. Reviews temperatures in Verilert system for compliance and signs inspection report in the AM and PM. Reports any discrepancies of temperatures or vaccine inventory immediately to supervisor. Conducts individual or group demonstrations and/or education on public health programs and community health problems at community events. Orders, tracks, and maintains an adequate clinical supply of Central Pharmacy medications (nurse issuance and bulk) through PFS. Responsible for inventory accountability and removing all expired medications/vaccines in a timely manner. Responsible to report all discrepancies in Inventory to management. Participates in In-service and staff development programs to improve job performance and personal development. Assists with orientation and preceptorship of new nurses. Other duties as assigned by supervisor. This is a full-time, in-office position. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of nursing principles, practices and techniques.
Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
Ability to assess clients and make sound nursing judgments independently.
Ability to safely administer medications and immunizations within scope of nursing licensure.
Ability to participate in the planning and implementing of treatment for patients.
Ability to effectively interview and assess the health care of clients.
Ability to observe patients' reactions to medications.
Ability to draw blood specimens.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, customer service skills, communicate verbally in a courteous and effective manner.
Ability to operate and maintain accurate medical documentation in EMR system.
Qualifications: Minimum -
Active Registered Nursing licensure in the state of Florida accordance to with F.S. 464 or active multistate license. Active CPR certification
Preferred -
At least 1 year of recent nursing experience in a clinic setting. Phlebotomy experience
Mission: To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
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.
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.
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SSS website: http://www.sss.gov 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 by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Requires an active Registered Nursing license in the state of Florida or a multistate license and active CPR certification. Preferred qualifications include at least one year of recent clinic nursing experience and phlebotomy skills.
Market context
In Florida, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospice, hospital, and other care settings, especially for RNs who can work independently and adapt to varied patient needs. These positions are competitive because employers often look for current RN licensure, at least one year of experience, active BLS certification, and reliable transportation, while benefits commonly include health insurance, professional development, and a supportive work environment. Before applying, confirm your license, BLS status, and driving readiness, and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full original posting.
