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$33,460 · p10p90 · $124,072
this role: $49,800median $60,000
Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted nursing roles in Panama City, Florida salarys. This role sits in the 37th percentile.
About the role
Pay for this role is about 17% below the Panama City, Florida median for nursing roles.
The Nursing Program Specialist provides public health nursing services, including direct patient care, communicable disease interventions, and case management. The role also involves coordinating care plans, training new nursing staff, and participating in continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Requisition No: 879371
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title
Nursing program specialist - 64003299
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64003299
Salary
$49,800.14 annually
Posting
Closing Date: 10/04/2026
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This is an Open Competitive Advertisement.
Your Specific Responsibilities
This is a professional nursing position providing public health nursing services to individuals, families, groups, and the community. The incumbent in this position is responsible for the integrity and confidentiality of data sets under their control and may use the Florida Department of Health (DOH) IT resources to visit internet sites as needed to perform the duties of this position. The incumbent will come to work and exhibit an attitude of friendliness and eager customer service towards all clients and act respectfully and courteously to fellow employees and clients.
Direct Nursing Care
Provides nursing interventions based on the nursing assessment consistent with quality of standards as defined by the public health nursing practice based on theory and research. Provides interventions such as teaching and counseling, and the administration or treatments and therapies prescribed by the clinicians. Conducts communicable disease interventions in accordance with the principles and standards of nursing practice to ensure safe and competent service. Acts as an advocate for the patient and family. Coordinates care plans and interventions with agency staff and support services within the Florida Department of Health in Bay County (DOH Bay) and community agencies to ensure continuity of care and expected outcomes using principles of case management. Evaluates care plans and effectiveness of interventions and adjusts each accordingly. Provides timely follow-up of critical laboratory finding. Documents assessments and interventions. Assess the workload, establishes priorities, adjusts work assignments, and directs others to ensure the timely provisions of services.
Teaches newly employed nurses advanced nursing arts and methods, evaluates and reviews newly hired nurses’ development by observing their work in the clinic.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a current and active Florida Registered Nursing license or multi-state compact license and a valid CPR certification. A valid Florida driver's license and the ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting 25 pounds and standing for long periods are required.
professional certificate
CPR
Customer service
Quality improvement
Patient advocacy
Patient assessment
Case management
Staff training
Community outreach
Clinical documentation
Data integrity
Health education
Basic life support
Immunization administration
Public health nursing
Medical treatment planning
Communicable disease intervention
Posting details
Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$49,800 - $49,800/yr
Locations
Panama City, Florida; Panama City Beach, Florida; Bay County, Florida; Upper Grand Lagoon, Florida
Posted
Aug 19, 2026
Closes
Oct 5, 2026
Application
Employer website
Orients new hires in order to give them guidance and counseling; instructs in the specialized fields of family planning, sexually transmitted diseases, and women’s health services.
Instructs non-professional employees in a variety of professional nurse subjects.
Participates in observing patients’ physical and behavioral reactions to medications.
Participates as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in the planning and implementation of treatment of individual patients.
Works in conjunction with specialist physicians to ensure compliance with the patient’s medical treatment plan.
Communicates with attending physicians, other healthcare professionals and agencies to ensure individuals receive coordinated approaches to care.
Identifies community resources, arranges, and coordinates health, educational, social, rehabilitative, and economic services for the patient and family.
Continuous Quality Improvement
Participates in program evaluation through activities such as review of patients’ records, identifying system problems and making recommendations that can improve patient and family services. Responsible for providing and presenting finding to staff and for the maintenance and updating of local program manuals. Identifies recurrent health programs among clinic population and provides interventions based on findings.
Skill Maintenance
Maintains skills in public health nursing with special emphasis on administration of immunizations, home visiting, disaster nursing, program follow-up, and Basic Life Support (CPR).
Community Activity
Participates in community-based health screenings and health fairs, occupational/school health activities, and community immunization initiatives. Provides community-based group education. Represents DOH Bay on community teams and services on inter-agency committees.
All other duties assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent communication skills; moderate computer skills.
Must be able to stand for long periods of time, bend, climb one flight of stairs, and lift 25 pounds.
Must be willing to learn Florida SHOTS, immunization, family planning, and sexually transmitted disease clinics.
Must be willing to provide services without regards to race, economic status, sex, religious preferences, or handicap conditions.
Qualifications
Must have a current and valid Florida driver’s license
Must hold a current and active Florida Registered Nursing license or a multi-state licensing from another Compact state.
Must have a current CPR certification.
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: Panama City, Florida
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 (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com [http://www.myfrs.com/]);
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. For more information, please visit the 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.
All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Market context
Florida nursing roles remain in steady demand
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.
