Charge Nurse - Perinatal Hepatitis B (Health Services)

Position Summary

This position is funded by a grant for a duration of time as defined by the grantor.

Coordinates and oversees case management activities to prevent perinatal transmission of Hepatitis B. Educates patients and families on Hepatitis B transmission and prevention and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, healthcare providers, and community partners to ensure appropriate care coordination, follow-up, and optimal outcomes for both mothers and newborns. Ensures program activities comply with local, state, and federal guidelines.

Pay Grade: 53

Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) years of professional nursing experience, preferably in public health, infectious disease, immunization, or a closely related field, including one (1) year in a lead or supervisory capacity; AND
• Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program; AND
• Current licensure as a registered nurse (RN) in the State of Tennessee, or eligibility for licensure prior to employment.
• Experience in perinatal hepatitis B case management, public health program coordination, and policy development, or closely related public health program experience.
• PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates and manages perinatal hepatitis B cases in Shelby County by identifying, tracking, and documenting cases and conducting pregnancy investigations and care coordination activities.
• Provides case management oversight to ensure infants exposed to hepatitis B receive appropriate prophylaxis, complete the hepatitis B vaccination series, and obtain post-vaccination serologic testing.
• Collaborates with birthing hospitals to develop, implement, and strengthen policies and procedures that support the prevention of perinatal hepatitis B transmission.
• Develops and delivers training to healthcare providers and staff on perinatal hepatitis B prevention guidelines, reporting requirements, and best practices.
• Builds partnerships and collaborates with epidemiologists, Public Health Nurses, healthcare providers, and Immunization Program staff to ensure coordinated program implementation.
• Monitors program activities and evaluates outcomes, recommending and implementing improvements to enhance prevention strategies and program effectiveness.
• Provides community education and outreach on perinatal hepatitis B prevention and serves as a liaison with healthcare organizations and national partners, including the CDC Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention Program.
• Participates in public health emergency response duties as assigned and consistent with job classification and training provided in response to natural disasters and threats to public health.
• Performs other related duties as required or directed.

KSAs

• Knowledge of public health principles, communicable disease prevention, and maternal and child health practices related to perinatal hepatitis B prevention.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly convey information to healthcare providers, staff, and the public.
• Ability to analyze information, exercise sound judgment, and apply critical thinking to resolve complex case management and program issues.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, organize work effectively, and maintain accurate documentation while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive medical and program information appropriately.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with healthcare providers, community partners, and program staff.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve program quality and address community health needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic health or surveillance systems used for case tracking and reporting.

Special Requirements

• Must possess a valid Tennessee driver's license by date of employment.
• Must have daily access to an operable automobile and meet Shelby County requirements for automobile insurance upon date of employment.
• Must be willing to carry and utilize a cellular phone and tablet (iPad) to perform program duties.
• Position requires travel outside the office to attend state meetings and conduct program activities such as home visits and visits to community agencies, schools, and healthcare providers.
• Must be able to work occasional evenings or weekends and attend community outreach events as required.
• Must possess or be able to obtain an active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Tennessee and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Must maintain all required licenses, certifications, and training credentials throughout the duration of employment.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform physical activities.
• Work will require lifting and transporting materials and supplies with the ability to exert up to 25 lbs.

Disclaimer

This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have a substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Shelby County Resident Disclaimer

All employees hired after September 1, 1986, must be residents of Shelby County and shall continue to reside in the County as a condition of their employment. The residency requirement shall not apply to certain public safety/civil service employees. This means exemption from this policy is in effect for the following departments and positions: (1) Sheriff Deputy Patrol Officers, Deputy Jailers and Dispatchers, employed by the Sheriff Department, (2) Correction Officers employed by the Division of Corrections, (3) Firefighters, Paramedics and Dispatchers employed by the Shelby County Fire Department. The residency exemption for public safety/civil service employees does not include appointed positions with the Sheriff's Office, Division of Corrections, or the Fire Department.