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Department:

GG_Risk Management: Health and Wellness Services

Salary Range Minimum:

$60,408.16

Salary Range Maximum:

$92,026.18

Closing Date:

06/25/2024

Job Details:

This is a senior level position in the City’s Occupational Health program providing nursing services in the Health Maintenance, Wellness, and Medical Examination programs for City employees and retirees.

The position(s) allocated to this class report to a designated supervisor and perform(s) work under general supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from higher classes by its lack of overall departmental responsibility and from lower classes by its more lead/administrative responsibilities and limited supervisory responsibilities.

Job Description:

NATURE OF WORK

This is a senior level position in the City’s Occupational Health program providing nursing services in the Health Maintenance, Wellness, and Medical Examination programs for City employees and retirees.

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS

The position(s) allocated to this class report to a designated supervisor and perform(s) work under general supervision.  Work in this class is distinguished from higher classes by its lack of overall departmental responsibility and from lower classes by its more lead/administrative responsibilities and limited supervisory responsibilities.

EXAMPLES OF WORK**

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Plans, organizes, and implements operations of Employee Heath Service and recommends operating procedures.

Takes a leadership role with respect to members of nursing staff providing primary health services to employees and retirees, including health assessments, screening, clinics and the management of selected medical problems.

Coordinates referral process for physicals and occupational injuries, initiates and alters therapies for uncomplicated injuries and illnesses.

Serves as primary medical staff to Disability Review Committee.

Advises Managers, Supervisors and other City Officers on status of injured and ill employees and retirees when appropriate.

Performs and supervises pre-employment and employee medical examinations and medical care provided in the Health Services clinic under medical protocols and applicable nursing license(s).  Participates in applicable health care field as required to maintain said license(s).

Maintains relationship and results oriented evaluation with worker’s compensation health care providers.

Maintains general control over referrals.

Recommends selection, promotion, discipline, discharge and other appropriate personnel actions.

Coordinates, advises, and makes recommendations regarding general health education and screening programs initiated through the City’s Wellness Program

Participates in associations and advisory boards

Structures, prepares, and chairs committees charged with evaluating bids for services.

Handles blood and body fluids in accordance with OSHA Blood-borne Pathogens Standards.

Attends work on continuous and regular basis.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

May act in absence of supervisor.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in nursing and two years experience in a clinical or hospital environment.  Graduation from an accredited two-year registered nurses program and four years occupational health experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provide the required knowledge, ability, and skills. Possession of a valid Occupational Health Certification can be substituted for two years of the required experience

Prefer Masters degree in Nursing or the ability to attain within one year of appointment.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES

Valid Florida Registered Nurse license.

Prefer Valid Advance Registered Nurse Practitioner license in appropriate specialty.

Prefer Certification in Occupational Health Nursing.

Valid Florida Driver’s License required.

NOTES

May be required to attend meetings outside normal business hours.

SELECTION FACTORS

Thorough knowledge of professional Nursing and Occupational Health Care programs and practices.

Thorough knowledge of applicable local state and federal ordinances, laws, and statutes related to Occupational Health standards and requirements.

Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of effective administration.

Ability to develop and administer City Employee Heath Care program

Ability to manage selected medical problems, order physical and occupational therapy, and initiate, monitor, and alter therapies for uncomplicated acute illnesses.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to work effectively with elected officials, charter officers, managers, and supervisors, representatives of other agencies, other city employees and the general public.

Ability to maintain records and prepare reports

Ability to work well in a close-knit team environment.

Ability to provide leadership to co-workers.

Human Resources Department:                 Signed original on file in Human Resources              /                                                                                                                 

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** This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position.  The omission of a specific job function does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent in the job.

REVISION DATE: 7/25/2003.

Note: 

May Require Assessment(s).

May fill multiple positions.

May establish an eligibility list.

Come join our team! The City of Gainesville offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.

All ‘regular’ employees are eligible for traditional benefits such as health insurance, life insurance, paid leave, 11 paid a holidays a year, a pension plan and a deferred compensation plan, but we also offer great things like on-site fitness centers, tuition reimbursement, on-site medical staff and a wellness program to keep you healthy and happy. Please note; benefits are not available for temporary employees.

Equal Opportunity

The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in hiring. Minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Individuals with a disability, who require special accommodations during the selection process, should notify the Human Resources Department at 352-334-5077 or TDD/TTY at 352-334-2292.

Veterans' Preference

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are given consideration at each step of the selection process. However, preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07, Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans’ Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans’ Preference.

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at HR@cityofgainesville.org or by calling 352-334-5077.