Public Health Nurse - TB Case Manager (Grant Funded)
About The Position
Under general supervision, the Public Health Nurse provides nursing care and related nursing services under the direction of a Public Health Physician and senior-level professional nursing staff. The position includes functional supervision of assigned staff and work in an office environment, with occasional exposure to hazardous materials and bodily fluids and frequent exposure to infectious diseases. The role is based at the City Chest Clinic in San Antonio, Texas, and follows a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Staff in high-risk positions must obtain relevant immunizations under SAMHD policy, with requests for exemption considered. SAMHD expects staff to apply a health equity lens to programs, services, and decision-making that affect the communities it serves.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- Current First Aid Certification.
- Current CPR for Healthcare Providers.
- License to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas.
- Pass a background check with results satisfactory to the City of San Antonio.
- Successfully complete the City of San Antonio’s Cash-Handling Certification Training.
- Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
- Community health experience.
- Clinical setting experience.
- Experience working with Tuberculosis or infectious disease patients.
- Valid Class C Texas Driver’s License.
- Current CPR/AED/BLS Certification.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent computer skills.
Responsibilities
- Assess immunization status and administer age-appropriate vaccines to infant, child, adolescent, and adult clients.
- Counsel international travelers, provide recommendations, and administer appropriate immunizations.
- Assist with the orientation, teaching, and supervision of assigned staff.
- Provide skilled nursing care to individuals and families.
- Provide immunization information to staff, clients, other professionals, and the public.
- Administer medications, vaccines, and laboratory work according to proper standards.
- Assess client needs and provide appropriate referrals for clinical problems.
- Participate in case conferences with physicians, hospital personnel, and representatives of other agencies.
- Maintain equipment and supply inventory and order vaccines and other medical supplies.
- Communicate departmental policies, functions, and philosophy to professional organizations and community groups as assigned.
- Collect and compile daily revenue reports.
- Perform related duties and fulfill responsibilities as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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