Public Health Nurse - TB Elimination (Health Services)

Shelby County • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

The Public Health Nurse provides routine nursing services under the Health Department’s Tuberculosis Program protocols. The position assesses, monitors, and manages tuberculosis patients and supports diagnostic evaluation, treatment, case management, and continuity of care in accordance with CDC and Tennessee Department of Health standards. It also includes patient and community education, clinical documentation, referrals, program support, and public health emergency preparedness duties. This position is funded by a grant for a duration determined by the grantor. The role is subject to a background check. Employees hired after September 1, 1986, are generally required to reside in Shelby County and remain county residents as a condition of employment, subject to the stated exemptions.

Requirements

• Two years of generalized registered nursing experience and an associate degree or diploma from an accredited School of Nursing, or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited registered nursing program.
• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in Tennessee, or an application for license transfer to Tennessee must be in process for consideration.
• Proof of education, training, and/or experience is required.
• Must possess a valid Tennessee driver’s license or obtain one by the date of employment.
• Must have access to an operable automobile and meet County automobile insurance requirements upon the date of employment.
• Must maintain all required licenses, certifications, and training credentials throughout employment.
• Knowledge of nursing and public health nursing principles for assessing, planning, and delivering care in accordance with established protocols.
• Ability to assess, monitor, and coordinate patient care using sound clinical judgment and program guidelines.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and make informed decisions related to patient care and service planning.
• Skill in accurate data collection, documentation, and reporting.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for professional, tactful interaction with patients, families, coworkers, and community partners.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office or comparable county systems.
• May be required to work extended hours, including weekends, and be available for on-call work during an event.

Nice To Haves

• Respiratory health, outpatient clinic, or case management experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess, monitor, and manage tuberculosis patients using the nursing process and program protocols, including risk assessment, diagnostic evaluation, and treatment in accordance with CDC and Tennessee Department of Health standards.
• Provide case management and follow-up services to support continuity of care, treatment adherence, and quality tuberculosis-related health services.
• Implement diagnostic and treatment interventions under established public health guidelines and program-specific protocols.
• Educate and counsel individuals, families, and groups on tuberculosis prevention, treatment, and health maintenance in community and clinical settings.
• Document clinical care and program data in medical record systems and report relevant findings to supervisors to meet legal, regulatory, and program requirements.
• Coordinate referrals and community linkages with Health Department programs and external medical providers.
• Participate in quality improvement, staff development, and program support activities, including training, mentoring, inventory support, and assigned specialty or oversight functions.
• Perform assigned public health emergency preparedness and response duties, including training, drills, and disaster response activities.
• Perform other related duties as required or directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree