Public Health Nurse III
About The Position
Performs advanced public health nursing work in clinical and non-clinical settings with limited supervision from the Regional Nurse Manager. The role implements training and internal quality assurance measures, uses independent judgment in overseeing remote public health clinics, provides population-based and community-focused public health nursing training, and participates in developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating regional performance standards, projects, and activities. The position oversees and evaluates clinic services and staff in assigned clinics and implements the internal Quality Assurance Program. It consults with the Regional Nurse Manager to integrate public health nursing with program areas and support regional goals. The nurse also participates in the Incident Command Structure, public health emergency planning and response, training, and meetings. The position is office-based, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with flexibility for regional assignments. Travel within Public Health Region 2/3 and Texas is required to meet essential job duties. The employee must comply with applicable HHS, DSHS, and Texas Department of Public Safety policies, procedures, and standards.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- At least one year of experience in public health nursing.
- Supervisory experience.
- Experience with Microsoft Office products.
- Current Registered Nurse license in Texas or in a state recognizing reciprocity through the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact.
- Valid Class C Texas Driver’s License or equivalent from another state; driving record must comply with DSHS driving policy.
- Knowledge of nursing techniques and procedures; public health laws and regulations; community health and nursing care principles, practices, and procedures, including culturally appropriate care; and quality assurance principles and procedures.
- Skill in reasoning to identify problems and consider appropriate resolutions, and in operating computers and applicable software.
- Ability to plan, coordinate, and evaluate direct public health services; conduct community assessments; provide patient care; prepare and maintain records; communicate effectively in writing and verbally; and train others.
- Ability to travel within Public Health Region 2/3 and the State of Texas.
- Ability to work outside normal business hours and potentially on an alternate shift or at an alternate location for emergency response.
- Completion of at least ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800 for disaster response/recovery and Continuity of Operations duties.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership for public health nursing services, including recruitment, training, development, and retention of nursing and administrative staff.
- Serve on the Nurse Leadership Team and Community Preparedness Planning Committee and act as a subject matter expert for clinic activities.
- Manage personnel in supervised clinics, including daily supervision, participation in interviews and selection, recommendations concerning discipline and rewards, staff development, time and leave management, performance criteria, and performance evaluations.
- Maintain two-way communication with regional nursing leadership and clinic staff, including program updates, guidance, and activity reports.
- Ensure consistent application of HHS human-resource policies across assigned clinics.
- Provide staff training and continuous quality improvement, including education on regional standards, policies, procedures, Standing Delegation Orders, and community preparedness.
- Conduct clinic audits and record reviews; plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate the internal Quality Assurance Program; and provide corrective-action guidance.
- Maintain training records and required certifications, and participate in planning and revising performance measures and outcomes.
- Review and revise clinic-related community preparedness plans.
- Provide public health clinic services, including immunizations, communicable disease assessment and treatment, specimen collection, case management, and community education.
- Gather asset and resource information from stakeholders, media, and information systems to support performance measures and local needs.
- Collaborate with communities to develop strategies and coordinate activities that reduce health risks based on health data and population-based priorities.
- Participate in planning and delivering educational activities for public health partners on health issues, national observances, and community preparedness.
- Work outside normal business hours when needed for public health emergencies and support disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations activation.
- Complete required Incident Command System training and participate in regional assignments, duties, and special initiatives.
- Maintain compliance with DSHS policies and fleet operations standards and maintain a current, valid Texas Driver’s License.
Benefits
- Insurance coverage and other benefits through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by ERS.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
