Public Health Nurse - TB Elimination (Health Services)

Shelby County Government • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

The Public Health Nurse provides routine public health nursing services under the protocols of the Health Department’s Tuberculosis Program. The position assesses, monitors, and manages tuberculosis patients, provides case management and education, coordinates care, and supports program operations. It is funded by a grant for a duration determined by the grantor. The position is classified at Pay Grade 52H.

The nurse must maintain required licenses, certifications, and training credentials throughout employment. Employees hired after September 1, 1986, are generally required to reside in Shelby County and continue residing there as a condition of employment, subject to the listed exemptions. Employment is subject to a background check focused on convictions substantially related to the potential job duties.

Requirements

• Two years of generalized registered nursing experience.
• 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.
• Valid Tennessee driver’s license, or ability to secure one by the employment date.
• Access to an operable automobile and compliance with County automobile insurance requirements by the employment date.
• Maintain all required licenses, certifications, and training credentials throughout employment.
• May be required to work extended hours, including weekends, and be available on-call during an event.
• Shelby County residency is required for employees hired after September 1, 1986, subject to stated exemptions.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Assess, monitor, and manage tuberculosis patients using the nursing process and program protocols, including risk assessment, diagnostic evaluation, and treatment consistent with CDC and Tennessee Department of Health standards.
• Provide case management and follow-up 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 about 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 support compliance with legal, regulatory, and program requirements.
• Coordinate referrals and community linkages with SCHD programs and external medical providers to meet patient health care needs.
• 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 required 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