Public Health Nurse - Communicable Disease Case Manager*
Salary
$102,731.20 - $134,784.00 Annually
Location
San Bernardino, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
26-16375CDS-02
Department
Public Health
Opening Date
06/27/2026
Closing Date
7/10/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
The Job
Are you a nurse looking for a change of pace from bedside care? Do you enjoy having weekends and holidays off? Public Health Nurses work Monday through Friday! No hospital experience required. Experience what the Department of Public Health has to offer in public health nursing!
The Department of Public Health (DPH) , Communicable Disease Section is recruiting dedicated Public Health Nurses II (PHN II) to perform complex case management of individuals with openings in the Congenital Syphilis Prevention Program and Tuberculosis (TB) Program. These positions involve coordinating care, developing treatment plans, and providing consultation on medical, dental, and behavioral health assessments.
PHN II nurses will investigate and manage cases of syphilis and congenital syphilis, ensure compliance with infection control standards, and collaborate with healthcare professionals and public agencies. Responsibilities include disease intervention, partner services, patient follow-up, and data reporting to the California Department of Public Health.
For TB management, duties include developing and monitoring treatment plans, ensuring adherence through direct observation therapy (DOT), conducting quality assurance reviews, and coordinating care among providers and community resources.
For more detailed information, refer to the Public Health Nurse II job description.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS
To review job- specific benefits, refer to:
Summary of Benefits
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Travel/Driver License: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation which includes verification of employment history and education, fingerprinting, physical exam, and drug screening
Visa Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Continued Education: Additional training/coursework may be required.
Public Health Nurse Certification: Incumbents must possess and maintain an active Public Health Nurse Certification.
Telework Program: The County allows for the use of telework to qualifying County employees where business needs permit to efficiently serve the community and maintain employee productivity during public health emergencies. Candidates, upon successful completion of a probationary period, may potentially have the option to telework based on their assignment.
Minimum Requirements
Licensure/Certification: Applicants must possess and maintain all of the following items:
Experience: Applicants must meet one of the following experience options:
Selection Process
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the application and supplemental questionnaire. It is to your advantage to be explicit in your responses on the application and supplemental questionnaire.
Application Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans Preference Policy.
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
Nurses Unit
San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits* for more information
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.
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Competitive Evaluation: The information from the application and the supplemental questions below will provide the basis for a competitive evaluation with other candidates in the selection process.
ALL work experience listed on the supplemental questionnaire must also be listed on the application in order to be evaluated. It is to your advantage to provide complete, organized, and detailed responses in the Work Experience section of your application.
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Registered Nurse Licensure: Do you possess a current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing (CA BRN)?
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RN License Information: Provide your California RN license number and expiration date, or if you possess a valid and current RN license issued by a state other than California, then also include the name of the issuing state board. Indicate "N/A", if you do not possess a California RN license, or an RN license issued by a state other than California.
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Public Health Nurse Certification: Do you currently possess a current and valid Public Health Nurse (PHN) certificate issued by the CA BRN, or have you submitted a PHN certificate application to the CA BRN and are currently pending approval?
NOTE: RN must possess a bachelors degree (or higher) in Nursing to apply for California Public Health Nurse certification.
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PHN Certification: Provide your California PHN certificate number and expiration date. Indicate "N/A", if you do not possess a California PHN certificate.
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Basic Life Support Certificate: Do you possess a current and Healthcare Provider level Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate?
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Degree: Indicate the highest degree conferred.
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Qualifying Experience Options: I qualify for this position under the following experience option: Option 1: Three (3) months of full-time equivalent experience as a licensed Public Health Nurse. -OR- Option 2: Three (3) months of full-time equivalent experience in home health or home visiting as a licensed Registered Nurse or licensed Public Health Nurse. NOTE: Ensure designated experience is clearly described in the Work Experience section of your application.
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Case Management Experience: Describe your nursing case management experience from assessment through resolution. What strategies did you use to coordinate care and ensure successful outcomes? NOTE: Ensure designated experience is clearly described in the Work Experience section of your application. Indicate "N/A", if you do not possess experience as described above.
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Communicable Disease Experience: Tell us about your experience working with communicable disease programs. What roles did you play in prevention, investigation, or reporting? NOTE: Ensure designated experience is clearly described in the Work Experience section of your application. Indicate "N/A", if you do not possess experience as described above.
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Case Management/Database Programs: Describe your experience using a computer case management/database program. Indicate the name of the computer program, where the experience was obtained, and the specific tasks you performed using it. NOTE: Ensure designated experience is clearly described in the Work Experience section of your application. Indicate N/A, if you do not possess experience as described above.
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Syphilis and Tuberculosis (TB) Experience Please describe your professional experience working with patients diagnosed with syphilis, congenital syphilis, or tuberculosis. In your response, include the types of responsibilities you handled, the case management strategies you used, and any challenges you encountered and addressed while supporting patient treatment and follow-up. NOTE: Ensure designated experience is clearly described in the Work Experience section of your application. Indicate N/A, if you do not possess experience as described above.
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Describe you experience with blood drawing. Include information about the patient population served and where you gained this experience. Indicate "N/A" in you do not possess experience as describe above.
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Assignment Location & Availability: Some nursing assignments are located or require travel to remote regions of the County. Indicate below your willingness and availability to accept work in these regions. Select all that apply.
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Remote Assignment Work Location: For remote region assignments selected above please note, if you have indicated you are available and decline a job offer or do not attend an interview because of the location your name may be removed from the eligible list.
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
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Employer San Bernardino County
Address 175 West Fifth Street, 1st Floor
San Bernardino, California, 92415-0440
Phone (909) 387-8304
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Website http://www.sbcounty.gov/jobs