Requisition No: 858609 Agency: Children and Families Working Title: REGISTERED NURSE SUPERVISOR - 60005446 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 60005446 Salary: $2,238.90 - $2,526.30 Bi-weekly Posting Closing Date: 12/10/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) is the state of Florida’s social services agency. The agency oversees services for child safety, fostering, adoption, domestic violence, adult protective services, refugees, homelessness, mental health, substance abuse, childcare providers, human trafficking and public assistance. The agency’s mission is to work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency. Within DCF, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMH) Program office is recognized as the single state authority for substance abuse and mental health services. The Office of SAMH is statutorily responsible for the planning, evaluation, and implementation of a comprehensive statewide system of care for the prevention, treatment, and recovery of children and adults with serious mental illnesses or substance use disorders. Florida State Hospital (FSH) is a mental health treatment facility owned and operated by the State of Florida and is part of the Department of Children and Families. The department’s mission is to “work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency.” FLORIDA STATE HOSPITAL IS A TOBACCO FREE FACILITY. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION RESPONSES TO THE QUALIFYING QUESTIONS ARE REQUIRED AND MUST BE VERIFIABLE BASED ON YOUR SUBMITTED APPLICATION. THIS ADVERTISEMENT WILL BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE VACANCIES ON CIVIL AND FORENSIC UNITS ON ALL SHIFTS. This is a highly responsible and professional position serving as a Registered Nurse Specialist within Nursing Services. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player who works seamlessly across all sections within the program office. This role requires the use of independent judgment, a proactive approach to responsibilities, and exceptional attention to detail. If you are driven, organized, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply. Specific Duties and Responsibilities include: The Registered Nurse Supervisor is a high-level professional nurse supervisor position which possesses a broad field of nursing knowledge and the expert ability and responsibility for nursing care of the residents within the unit assigned. This employee serves as an experienced nursing resource to the nurses supervised and unit treatment team/peers. Assumes ultimate supervisory responsibility for all nursing service personnel on assigned shift, including: serving as immediate supervisor for the registered nurses and senior licensed practical nurses assigned. administering appropriate counseling and/or disciplinary action necessary to insure a safe, individualized regimen for the residents assigned and compliance with all nursing assessments, nursing progress notes, Service Implementation Plans and other paperwork required in accordance with all standards/regulations applicable to ward. assisting in interviews, selection of nursing service personnel to work in the unit. completing quarterly/annual evaluation on nursing expectations/standards on all supervised with completion of paperwork, scoring to supervisor with attachments of improvement plans as needed. ensuring nurses supervised have current licensure and required CEU's on file with copies to SRNS. completing nursing skills checklist at least yearly or more often as needed with copy to SRNS. Supervising and completing yearly evaluations on assigned non-licensed staff performing nursing functions assigned with documentation of any re-training or needs sent to supervisor. Assumes ultimate responsibility for all resident care delivered on the shift by assigning nursing personnel, including: assessing, evaluating, and follow-up on the delivery of quality resident care according to FSH and CF Operating Policies/Procedures/Guidelines/Playbooks/Manuals. reviewing nursing staff documentation regarding resident care to assure timeliness and accuracy. completing periodic rounds on wards/pods with assessment, evaluation of quality nursing care. monitoring resident care through observation and communication with nurses supervised. ensuring adequate supplies and equipment are available for resident care. assisting in handling medical/psychiatric emergencies with accurate documentation. completing 1 on 1 observation of nurses while administering medication/treatments at least once a year or more often as needed. assigning and monitoring medication education groups for specific needs. ensuring adequate (at least minimum) nurse staffing is scheduled for the acuity needs of the residents assigned. In addition to above, the Registered Nurse Supervisor is responsible for providing and monitoring resident care in the assigned areas including: Administering medication in all forms prescribed, venipuncture, IV's, and related procedures pursuant to the Unit Dose Policy. Completing all forms related to nursing treatment and care of the resident within the time frames specified. Completing skills checklist at least yearly and provide direct supervision of non-licensed staff while performing nursing functions assigned pursuant to Department of Children and Families Operating Procedure 155-5, which includes vital signs, weights, heights, etc. Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating resident care on the ward assigned on a daily basis with accurate documentation. Assisting the physician/ARNP/PA during resident assessment, treatment, physical examinations, medical/psychiatric/behavioral issues and preparing resident for outside appointments/referrals as needed. Reviewing of progress notes, consultations, labs, X-ray, EKG, EEG reports and other related reports with documentation of pertinent care to the resident with follow-up as needed. Assisting in filing of nursing related forms/documentation in resident's chart. Accepting written, oral and phone orders from physician/ARNP/PA/Dentist, transcribing orders/signs and initiating/carrying out orders as required. Completing paperwork requirements for admissions, discharges, transfers for residents assigned to unit. Responsible for providing safety and security in all aspects of resident care during a crisis or restrictive procedure, which includes: Providing immediate emergency nursing care with prompt triage, notification of physician/ARNP/PA assigned and treatment/ referral to Medical Services Unit, calling 7911 or transferring out per physician's orders with documentation/follow-up. Designating mode of travel to emergency room/off campus treatment appointments or as physician orders. Providing medical emergency and emergency pregnancy review/drills on shift assigned. Providing immediate intervention to de-escalate a resident to help decrease potential for self-harm or harm to others and potential need for seclusion/restraint process. Reading Personal Safety Plans on all residents assigned to be familiar with their personal preferences when they are upset to help de-escalate their behaviors and reduce potential for S/R episodes. Documenting all pertinent information during a manual, seclusion/restraint process with proper forms completed within timeframes and follow-up documentation in chart as well as ways to potentially decrease incidents in the future. Serving as resource person to other nurses for training or continuing education programs. Participates in attendance to in-house and outside training activities (Train the Trainer, etc.) for updating nurses on skills and knowledge. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for the position: Knowledge of nursing principles, practices and techniques. Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Ability to provide emergency nursing services. Ability to participate in the planning and implementing of treatment for patients. Ability to conduct individual and group therapy sessions. Ability to work with patients having a variety of physical or emotional problems. Ability to observe patients' reactions to medications. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to effectively interview and assess the health care of clients. Ability to analyze complex reports and determine the service utilization habits of clients and to evaluate the appropriateness of that utilization. Ability to lift, pull, and squat. Knowledge of and utilize the principles of Total Quality Management. Minimum Qualifications: Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464 and two years of Registered Nursing experience. Preference will be given to applicants who have: Nursing supervisory experience. Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety: Include the supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment. Account for and explain gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed. Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities, as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume” in place of responding to qualifying questions and entering work history. If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287. 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. For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com . DCF EMPLOYMENT DISCLOSURES US CITIZEN REQUIREMENT Only US citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers will be hired. SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM REGISTRATION All selected male candidates born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion into an authorized position unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire . For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov . RETIREE NOTICE 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 suspended or voided, and you required to repay all benefits received depending upon the date of your retirement. BACKGROUND SCREENING It is the policy of the Florida Department of Children and Families that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and, if applicable, also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and Chapter 408, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies. #SAMH The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 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.
Requisition No: 858610 Agency: Children and Families Working Title: SENIOR REGISTERED NURSE SUPV - 60006164 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 60006164 Salary: $2,413.22 - $2,740.31 Bi-Weekly Posting Closing Date: 12/10/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) is the state of Florida’s social services agency. The agency oversees services for child safety, fostering, adoption, domestic violence, adult protective services, refugees, homelessness, mental health, substance abuse, childcare providers, human trafficking and public assistance. The agency’s mission is to work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency. Within DCF, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMH) Program office is recognized as the single state authority for substance abuse and mental health services. The Office of SAMH is statutorily responsible for the planning, evaluation, and implementation of a comprehensive statewide system of care for the prevention, treatment, and recovery of children and adults with serious mental illnesses or substance use disorders. Florida State Hospital (FSH) is a mental health treatment facility owned and operated by the State of Florida and is part of the Department of Children and Families. The department’s mission is to “work in partnership with local communities to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families, and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency.” FLORIDA STATE HOSPITAL IS A TOBACCO FREE FACILITY. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION RESPONSES TO THE QUALIFYING QUESTIONS ARE REQUIRED AND MUST BE VERIFIABLE BASED ON YOUR SUBMITTED APPLICATION. This is a highly responsible and professional position serving as a Senior Registered Nurse Supv. within Nursing Services. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player who works seamlessly across all sections within the program office. This role requires the use of independent judgment, a proactive approach to responsibilities, and exceptional attention to detail. If you are driven, organized, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply. Specific Duties and Responsibilities include: This is advanced professional work supervising and directing employees. The primary duty of the encumbant in this position is to spend the majority of their time communicating with, motivating, training and evaluating employees, planning and directing their work, and having the authority to effectively recommend actions such as: hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, promote, disharge, assign, and reward or discipline direct reports. Evaluate employees against established standards and take appropriate actions when necessary (i.e. recognition, reward, corrective action, etc.). SUPERVISION, DISCIPLINE, & EVALUATION: Assume ultimate responsibility for all nursing care delivered in unit and supervise same. Serves as immediate supervisor to the Registered Nurse Supervisors and night shift personnel. Writes performance expectation/standards for all Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and direct care staff in assigned unit, using personal observation and monitoring data. Counsel, confer with, discipline or ensure that appropriate disciplinary measures are taken to assure the delivery of quality nursing care, the respect of all residents' worth as individuals and compliance with DCF Employee Handbook, by all nursing/direct care employees. Supervise and participate in completing nursing progress notes, nursing assessments, and nursing care plans in accordance with POR Standards. Monitor the delivery of nursing care in terms of established professional standards through visits and inspections, staff and patient contacts and communications, records and residents' chart. Monitor unit compliance with Federal, State and Children and Families guidelines as applicable to nursing. Assist in developing corrective action plan for any program deficiencies. Monitor the quality and implementation of nursing care plans in the unit. Perform quarterly/annual audits on staff supervised with performance improvement plans as needed. Create, develop, and revise monitoring tools as needed for auditing the documentation of the staff supervised. Provide Infection Control Committee with monthly report which contain inclusive information and is in a professional format. Monitors 1-on-1 medication administration at least yearly on all nurses directly supervised with delegation to Registered Nurse Supervisors the medication monitoring for staff supervised and maintain documentation in unit. Serve as a consultant to the Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurses and direct care in the unit on matters related directly to the delivery of nursing care and of administrative matters indirectly affecting the delivery of nursing care. Make ward rounds to assess the delivery of nursing care and make recommendations to the nursing staff based on this assessment. Provide professional assistance to the nursing personnel and direct care staff regarding the delivery of nursing services. Assist in implementing the Disaster Plan or emergency evacuation. Maintains 90% or above compliance with nursing and direct care standard requirements. COMMUNICATIONS: Schedule and chair Registered Nurse meetings on a monthly, or as needed basis (a minimum of 6 per year). Provide input to supervisor in matters relating to or affecting the profession of nursing practice in the unit. Represent the practice of professional nursing by serving on committees as designated by supervisor. Establish and maintain a good working relationship with other services within the unit to coordinate an effective nursing delivery. Serve as treatment team coordinator as needed. Participate in discharge planning and resident education to prepare for living in the community when appropriate. Attend in-service seminars or workshops for professional development as required by departmental and hospital policy and licensure responsibilities. PROGRAMMING PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT: Responsible for developing, reviewing, and revising unit nursing and direct care policies and procedures necessary to provide quality nursing services with continuity of care 24 hours daily, seven days a week. Responsible for the development of unit philosophy and nursing objectives, compliance with professional nursing standards, hospital goals, hospital nursing policies, procedures and other integrated hospital services. Posts coverage schedules in area highly visible to staff per policy/procedure/contracts. Assumes responsibility for assuring that required equipment necessary for performing nursing procedures and activities is available, functioning efficiently and in good repair. Participate in, or designate a registered nurse representative to participate in, quality assurance activities, including infection control. Determine all independent nursing programming in unit to create and maintain the role of psychiatric nursing as defined by the American Nurses' Association for Psychiatric Nursing Practices. Plan programs, along with orientation books/pamphlets to orient newly hired nurses to unit responsibilities and requirements. Keeps required nursing files in office or unit as designated by supervisor for review of nursing services by inside or outside auditors. ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist with the preparation and follow-up of agency surveys and actively participates in the survey process when appropriate. Maintain a current file of all licensed nursing personnel in the unit, including a copy of current license. Interview nursing applicants and make recommendations to supervisor as to employment potential. Maintain professional proficiency in nursing skills to be competent in responding to both medical, psychiatric and HCS interventions. Perform group or individual education and/or coaching as needed. SAFETY: Responsible for following all departmental facility safety guidelines and observing and complying with all policies relating to the security of residents. MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION/MONITORING: Responsible for 1-to-1 monitoring of nurses directly supervised on medication/ treatments at least yearly with documentation or more often as needed with corrective action plans for medication variances as required. Performs administration of medication/treatments when needed to provide minimum coverage in accordance with Florida Statutes 395, 464 Nurse Practice Act and 64B9 Florida Board of Nursing Rules and Operating Policy/Procedures/Guidelines of the facility. Complete medication administration/treatments within timeframes specified with all forms required. Performs other duties as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for the position: Knowledge of nursing principles, practices and techniques. Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Ability to work with patients having a variety of physical problems. Ability to supervise people. Ability to determine work priorities, assign work and ensure proper completion of work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Minimum Qualifications: Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464 and three years of Registered Nursing experience or Master's of Science degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university. Preference will be given to applicants who have: Nursing supervisory experience. Candidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety: Include the supervisor names and phone numbers for all periods of employment. Account for and explain gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed. Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities, as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications. It is unacceptable to use the statement “See Resume” in place of responding to qualifying questions and entering work history. If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287. 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. For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com . DCF EMPLOYMENT DISCLOSURES US CITIZEN REQUIREMENT Only US citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers will be hired. SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM REGISTRATION All selected male candidates born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion into an authorized position unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire . For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov . RETIREE NOTICE 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 suspended or voided, and you required to repay all benefits received depending upon the date of your retirement. BACKGROUND SCREENING It is the policy of the Florida Department of Children and Families that any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and, if applicable, also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S., and Chapter 408, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies. #SAMH The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 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.
Requisition No: 865707 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: REGISTERED NURSE SPECIALIST - 64068190 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 64068190 Salary: $45,000 - $50,000 Posting Closing Date: 12/17/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Florida Department of Health Open Competitive Your Specific Responsibilities: The CMAT Registered Nurse functions as an integral member of the Children’s Multidisciplinary Assessment Team (CMAT). The individual in this position utilizes the nursing process to provide pediatric nursing expertise, assessment and evaluation services for children and youth in the determination of medically necessary long-term care services for Medical Foster Care (MFC), Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) and Model Waiver. Assessment Reviews CMAT referrals for appropriateness and to ensure complete referral information has been obtained to start the CMAT process. Follows up with stakeholders, as necessary, to obtain all needed documentation for referral. Requests and follows up on request for medical records and clinical documentation. Reviews clinical documentation and medical records received. Completes nursing assessment interviews with necessary stakeholders to obtain information to complete nursing medical assessment. Documents pertinent assessment information received and reviewed. Completes comprehensive clinical assessments, ensuring family centered approach, within necessary timeframes. Communication Provides quality verbal and written communication with CMAT and community stakeholders to ensure understanding and engagement throughout process. Facilitates coordination in the scheduling of CMAT staffing’s ensuring timely notification and engagement of necessary CMAT stakeholders including, but not limited to, core members of the CMAT team, the client’s Medicaid Managed Medical Assistance (MMA) plan and Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) or their designee. Engages, advocates, and supports opportunities for parental participation and family-centered approaches in the CMAT process. Provides nursing education, training, and technical assistance to CMAT and community stakeholders. Participates in community outreach, education, and engagement of community partners and stakeholders to promote awareness of CMAT program and the referral process. Provides Level of Care (LOC) training, from the nursing perspective, for new CMAT members within established timeframes. Provides consistent messaging that aligns with statutes, rules, policies, procedures, and processes which affect decisions and determinations of eligibility for care and management of the client’s medical needs. Advocates for consideration of clients being in the least restrictive setting, appropriate to their nursing medical needs, and the wishes of their parents or legal representatives. Responds to regional and statewide requests for information about CMAT coordination and staffing’s. Implementation Providing the nursing perspective, participates in the multidisciplinary team process to determine medically necessary eligibility for long-term care services of MFC, SNF, and Model Waiver. Provides quality verbal review of completed written nursing medical assessment, ensuring family centered approach, and providing explanation of medical terminology or processes as needed at the CMAT staffing. Contributes to staffing discussion, provides any additional nursing explanation of assessment information presented and answers questions as needed. As a core member of the CMAT, contributes to collaborative team consensus building process for the determination of eligibility for medically necessary long-term care services. Participates in the collaborative team consensus building process for recommendation of LOC for MFC and SNF consideration. Participates in collaborative decision making and problem-solving strategies, with other members of the multidisciplinary team, to determine individualized services to the care and management of the nursing medical necessities of each client. Supports opportunities for parental participation and family centered approaches in the CMAT process. Completes additional CMAT activities within required timeframes. Documents all CMAT activities in the clients’ electronic health record. Responds to regional and statewide requests for information about CMAT coordination and staffing’s as well as raising the awareness of stakeholders regarding the team. Facilitates access to reports and records concerning the client being staffed when proper consent is available. Provides information from data base or other information systems as requested by management. Completes additional CMAT activities within required timeframes. Outcome Evaluation Documents and completes the outcome of the CMAT staffing through a summary process which includes any updated medical information presented at the staffing and any pertinent discussion points. Summary includes CMAT recommendation for eligibility and, if applicable, LOC. Disseminates CMAT staffing summaries to stakeholders according to outlined process and within required timelines. Inputs, updates, and monitors client and program data in electronic documentation system and other necessary formats to ensure data reporting integrity and seamless coordination of information to relevant stakeholders. Quality Improvement Reviews data, assessments, documentation, and staffing summaries verifying accuracy and quality. Participates in quality assurance and improvement needs. Implements documented activities identified in the Plan, Do, Study, Act (PDSA) cycles. Participates in training, evaluation, monitoring, and related follow-up activities to improve CMAT functions, activities, and outcomes. Provides reports from data base systems as requested by management. Other duties as assigned Includes coverage of MFC RN duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. • Ability to collect and organize data. • Ability to access information from computer data systems and websites. • Ability to use a computer for word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications. • Knowledge of nursing care of the child with special health care needs. • Knowledge of foster care system and child/family community resources. • Skill in performing nursing assessments. • Skill in performing clinical nursing activities. • Skill in providing training and education to health care professionals, parents, and medical foster care parents. • Skill in nursing documentation. Qualifications: Minimum - Must be licensed in the State of Florida as a Registered Nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464 or have a Compact License from a State that participates in the Compact Program. Preferred - Pediatric nursing experience. 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: 1313 N. Tampa Street, Tampa, FL 33602 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 ); • 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. 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. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 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.
Requisition No: 866228 Agency: School for the Deaf & Blind Working Title: REGISTERED NURSE - (OVERNIGHT SHIFT) 48008196 1 1 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 48008196 Salary: 42,603.60 - $50,103.60 Posting Closing Date: 12/19/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB) Registered Nurse (Career Service) Position Number 48008196 Department: Health Care Center Overnight Shift Who are we? FSDB is a state public school available at no cost to eligible pre-K and K-12 students who are deaf/hard of hearing, blind/visually impaired or deafblind, including boarding and transportation services. FSDB is nationally recognized for its comprehensive educational services, designed for the unique communication and accessibility needs of students. FSDB also provides educational outreach programs for children ages 0-5 and their families. The FSDB experience provides students with the edge to do more, be more, and achieve more. How you will make an impact The incumbent of this position provides age/special needs appropriate nursing care to school age student patients ranging from preschool to 22 years of age. Including assessment of student patient needs specific to their age. Nursing care is planned, interventions are performed to assure those needs are met and evaluated for effectiveness of nursing care. Health care services are provided according to physician orders, nursing clinical guidelines, FSDB and HCC policies and procedure and in accordance with FS 464 and FAC 64B9. Including assessment of student patient needs specific to their age. Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with the student. Performs interventions according to level of education and practice and per physician orders. Assures that interventions are safe, timely, ethical and appropriate and with scope of practice for RN. Modifies interventions based on continuous assessment. Documents in a retrievable form for access, analysis and research. Serves as a health care liaison among the student, nurse, physician, and family, academic and residential staff to provide a continuum of care for the student. Promotes student’s personal and social integration. Reinforces healthy behaviors and interaction patterns and helps modify or discontinue unhealthy ones. Integrates patient teaching into every student encounter. Communicates in a timely manner with family, academic and residential staff following all student encounters and prior to initiation of all medical treatments and interventions. Establishes and conducts health care in service and patient teaching for students, staff and families. Continually evaluates student progress. Documents patient teaching interventions, communication, crisis intervention, medication education, behavior modification. Prioritizes and collects data based on the patient’s immediate health care need or medical condition. Completes a comprehensive history of personal and health factors, medical treatment and prior treatment. Collects data from multiple sources using a variety of methods. Involves the student, significant others, and interdisciplinary team members in the assessment process and data analysis. Assures that the assessment process is systematic and ongoing. Bases data collection on clinical judgment. Documents the database in synthesized, prioritized and retrievable form. Evaluates self and peers to assure provision of competent clinical care. Takes action to achieve goal/s and improve performance. Maintains current knowledge in nursing practice. Participates in professional activities to improve professional knowledge and enhance role performance. Documents educational activities. Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and others as colleagues. Assists others in identifying teaching/learning needs related to clinical care. Promotes interdisciplinary collaboration. Contributes to a supportive and healthy work environment. Assessments, actions and recommendations on behalf of students are determined and implemented in an ethical manner. Collaborates with the student, significant others and health care clinicians in providing health care. Contributes to nursing, medical, educational research through the use of research methods and findings including participation in data collection. Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness and cost in planning and delivering health care. Develops a plan of care that is negotiated among the student, nurse, significant others and treatment team and prescribes evidence-based interventions to attain expected outcomes. Individualizes plan to include patient’s characteristics, needs, health problems and conditions. Develops plan of care in collaboration with others. Documents plan in a retrievable form for access and modification. Evaluates in a systematic, ongoing and criterion-based manner. Involves student, family and others in the evaluation. Documents student response to treatment and interventions in analytical terms. Develops nursing diagnosis and problem statements from data. Develops nursing diagnosis based on accepted classification systems. Discusses and verifies nursing diagnoses and risk factors with patient. Assures that the nursing diagnoses and clinical impressions are documented in a manner that facilitates the identification of patient outcomes and their use in the plan of care. Derives outcome from nursing diagnosis. Assures that outcomes are student-oriented, evidence based, therapeutically sound, realistic, attainable and cost-effective. Documents outcomes as measurable goals. Other related duties. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of nursing for the school aged child and special needs child. Ability to utilize the nursing process and to collaborate with other health care clinicians is required. Ability to effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing and electronically. Ability to learn to communicate effectively in sign language. Knowledge of general supervisory techniques. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Skill and ability to provide professional, effective and confidential customer service. Knowledge of basic computer software. Knowledge and ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain Florida classified driver’s license. Knowledge and ability to learn and perform CPI. Skill and ability to use manual and electronic medical equipment including pulse oximeter, hemocue, glucometer, dynamap. Ability to successfully complete Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers. Ability to complete training and administer skills acquired during CPR. Ability to attain sign language proficiency level in accordance with FSDB O.P.P.1.24. Qualifications Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464 or eligible to practice nursing in accordance with Florida Administrative Code 210-8.27. Sign Language Requirements: Applicants who are selected for hire will be required to attain Intermediate proficiency in sign language, within four years of hire. Please note: FSDB provides education to acquire sign language skills. Hiring Salary Range 10-month position: $42,603.60 - $50,103.60 annually (paid biweekly over 26-pays) This range is inclusive of verified experience and education. * Position is eligible for $60.00 shift differential due to majority of shift being between 5:00pm – 6:00am. Pay additive is dependent on agency funding. *Base $42,603.60 Associate’s degree addl $1500.00 Bachelor’s degree addl $3000.00 Master’s degree addl $4500.00 Additional Related and verified Full-time Experience (20-year max) addl $150.00 per year Hours: Sunday – Thursday; 10:00pm to 6:30am (Hours may vary) Vision FSDB will prepare each student for a lifetime of success. Mission The mission of FSDB is to utilize all available talent, energy, and resources to provide free appropriate public education for eligible sensory impaired students of Florida. As a school of academic excellence, the school shall strive to provide students an opportunity to access education services in caring, safe, unique learning environment to prepare them to be literate, employable, and independent lifelong learners. The school shall provide outreach services that include collaboration with district school boards and shall encourage input from students, staff, parents, and the community. As a diverse organization, the school shall foster respect and understanding for each individual. (Section 1002.36, Florida Statutes) Values Integrity & Respect – The FSDB community is a cohesive group that serves with honor, care, kindness and responsibility. Safety & Security – The FSDB community is committed to the protection and well-being of stakeholders. Innovation – The FSDB community welcomes change and embraces a continuous improvement mindset to encourage new methods to solve problems and foster creativity and growth. Trust – The FSDB community is committed to high quality services and accountability through honest, reliable and consistent actions. Our benefits include: Automatic enrollment into the Florida Retirement System. Medical insurance coverage is $90 per pay period for family coverage; $25 per pay period for employee only. Life insurance $25,000 is provided by the state at no cost to you for all FTE positions. Employees may purchase additional coverage. Low-cost supplemental benefit packages that include dental, vision, and much more. Professional development opportunities and ability to learn American Sign Language on campus at no cost. Tuition waiver program – earn up to 6 credit hours per semester at state universities. Biweekly accrual up to four (4) hours of sick leave and annual leave. Paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year. How You Will Grow FSDB provides staff members with opportunities to grow professionally, enhancing their ability to support students' growth. School- and state-required training and skills development is offered both online and in-person for academic and non-academic staff members. Condition of Employment Applicants under consideration for employment at the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind will be required to complete background investigation. Fingerprints will be taken and sent to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a background check of your criminal history record(s) at the state and national level. FSDB is a drug-free workplace. TO APPLY: Applications accepted through People First only. An attached resume is not a substitute for the information required on the application. It is the responsibility of all applicants to keep their application current. All members of the Florida Retirement System are required to contribute 3% of their salary on a pre-tax basis. To access additional information please log on to https://jobs.myflorida.com/joblist.html and in Keywords enter 48008196 Take this opportunity to make a difference in a student’s life and become part of a great School. Apply today! The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 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.
Requisition No: 865744 Agency: Veterans Affairs Working Title: REGISTERED NURSE - 50009027 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 50009027 Salary: $67,742.74 Posting Closing Date: 12/31/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Requisition #865744 REGISTERED NURSE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' AFFAIRS Douglas T. Jacobson State Veterans' Nursing Home Port Charlotte, FL, Charlotte County Annual Salary: $67,742.74 Paid Bi-Weekly: $2,605.49 *Qualifying shifts may be eligible for shift differential. The Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs is an agency dedicated to serving those who served U.S. We are seeking a motivated, dynamic individual to join our team. Our skilled nursing facility boasts a loyal team of long-term employees and a fantastic work culture! Excellent retirement package and deferred compensation plan. Health, vision, dental, disability, and other supplemental insurance available at reasonable premium rates. Paid vacation and sick leave. Nine (9) paid holidays and personal day. Tuition waiver available for State Universities and Community Colleges (up to 6 credits per semester), and so much more. The FDVA Nursing State Veterans’ Nursing Homes are designated employment sites for the Nursing Student Loan Forgiveness Program. From funds available, the program may make nursing education loan repayments of up to $4000 per year, per nurse enrolled in the program, for a maximum of four years. Payment is made at the end of each 12-month enrollment period and made directly to the participant’s lender. Enrollment and payment of awards is based on available funds. Education and employment history must be verifiable. Please attach any credentials you claim (degrees, certifications, etc.) to your application. Multiple positions; varied shifts; and OPS (Temporary) candidates will be selected from this pool. Other vacant positions/shifts, including OPS (temporary) positions/shifts may be filled with from this advertisement within six (6) months of the closing date. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Must possess a current license as a Registered Nurse in the state of Florida. Must possess a current AHA BLS CPR certification. Must be willing and able to work weekends and holidays as needed. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Successful completion of the due diligence process to include, but not limited to, a Level II background check and drug test. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Experience working with Electronic Medical Records. Experience working with Matrix Care. Experience in a long-term care facility (nursing home; skilled nursing; or assisted living facility). Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with medication administration. POSITION DESCRIPTION: The incumbent is responsible for providing quality professional care to veteran residents to ensure their health, safety, and security in accordance with established agency Standard Operating Procedures and Nurse Practice Act. Provide initial and ongoing assessment of the resident population. Perform assigned duties to include but not limited to administration of medications and treatments per MD order, monitoring and providing interventions to meet the needs of the resident, completing accurate clinical documentation reflective of resident’s status and providing supervision and guidance to the Senior Licensed Practical Nurse (SLPN), Senior Certified Nursing Assistant (SCNA) and other Allied Health Care Professionals. Works under the direct supervision of the Senior Registered Nurse Supervisor. Administer medications and perform treatments to assigned patients. Complete documentation of needs and treatment as required by local, state, and federal requirements. Assist team members in giving care to patients. Administer direct care when professional nursing skills and judgment are needed. Assess and document the patient's condition and nursing needs. Set goals and prescribe appropriate nursing interventions to meet the physical, psychological, social rehabilitative and discharge planning. Initiate and share in leadership of team conferences in development of individualized nursing care plans. Assign nursing care to team members in accordance with the patients' needs and available staffing. Coordinate other duties as needed. Direct and evaluate nursing care provided to patients. Assist with orientation of new personnel. Coordinate nursing care of patients when scheduled for therapy or procedures by other departments/disciplines. Establish and maintain communications and utilize teaching opportunities with patients and other significant individuals. Report pertinent observations and reactions regarding patients to the appropriate person (i.e. physician, head nurse, charge nurse, and/or nursing supervisor and appropriate family member). Record observations accurately and concisely. Assist physicians with special tests and procedures within the scope of the Florida Nurse Practice Act. Maintain the standards of nursing care and implement the policies and procedures of the facility and nursing department. Follow all local, state, and federal rules and regulations. Comply and perform within the scope of practice as defined by the Florida Nurse Practice Act. Ensure economic utilization of supplies and ensure that equipment is maintained in a clean and safe manner. Assist with or institute emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patients such as cardiac arrest. Participate in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment. Actively participate in continuing educational programs for self-development and in overall quality improvement programs. Perform other related duties, including special projects, as assigned. This position is in the Career Service system. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 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.
