Public Health Nurse - Communicable Disease Case Manager
About The Position
The Department of Public Health (DPH), Communicable Disease Section is recruiting dedicated Public Health Nurses II (PHN II) to perform complex case management of individuals with openings in the Congenital Syphilis Prevention Program and Tuberculosis (TB) Program. These positions involve coordinating care, developing treatment plans, and providing consultation on medical, dental, and behavioral health assessments. PHN II nurses will investigate and manage cases of syphilis and congenital syphilis, ensure compliance with infection control standards, and collaborate with healthcare professionals and public agencies. Responsibilities include disease intervention, partner services, patient follow-up, and data reporting to the California Department of Public Health. For TB management, duties include developing and monitoring treatment plans, ensuring adherence through direct observation therapy (DOT), conducting quality assurance reviews, and coordinating care among providers and community resources.
Requirements
- A valid Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing (CA BRN)
- A valid Public Health Nurse (PHN) certificate issued by the CA BRN
- A valid Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate
- Three (3) months of full-time equivalent experience as a licensed Public Health Nurse OR Three (3) months of full-time equivalent experience in home health or home visiting as a licensed Registered Nurse.
- A valid California Class C Driver License
- Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
- Must possess and maintain an active Public Health Nurse Certification.
Nice To Haves
- No hospital experience required.
- Candidates, upon successful completion of a probationary period, may potentially have the option to telework based on their assignment.
Responsibilities
- Perform complex case management of individuals with openings in the Congenital Syphilis Prevention Program and Tuberculosis (TB) Program.
- Coordinate care, develop treatment plans, and provide consultation on medical, dental, and behavioral health assessments.
- Investigate and manage cases of syphilis and congenital syphilis.
- Ensure compliance with infection control standards.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals and public agencies.
- Conduct disease intervention, partner services, patient follow-up, and data reporting to the California Department of Public Health.
- Develop and monitor treatment plans for TB management.
- Ensure adherence to TB treatment plans through direct observation therapy (DOT).
- Conduct quality assurance reviews for TB management.
- Coordinate care among providers and community resources for TB management.
Benefits
- EXCELLENT BENEFITS
- Summary of Benefits
- Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
- Modified Benefits Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
