Public Health Nurse - TB Case Manager (Grant Funded)

Public Health Nurse - TB Case Manager (Grant Funded)

Salary

$64,097.02 - $96,145.66 Annually

Location

2303 SE MILITARY DRIVE, BLDG 528, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78223, TX

Job Type

4C Full-Time

Job Number

2027-00208

Department

SA Metro Health District

Opening Date

11/03/2026

Closing Date

11/17/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Exempt

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Job Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for providing nursing care and related nursing services under the direction of a Public Health Physician and senior level professional nursing staff. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment with occasional exposure to hazardous materials, bodily fluids and frequent exposure to infectious diseases. Exercises functional supervision over assigned staff.

The San Antonio Metro Health District (SAMHD) provides public health services to clients, which may include risk for exposure to and possible transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases. Staff in high-risk positions will be required to obtain relevant immunizations, per SAMHD Policy DM 13.2. Review and consideration will be given to requests for exemption from this policy.

SAMHD is committed to advancing health equity throughout the community and to creating a work environment in which all staff feel valued, respected, and accepted. Per SAMHD Policy DM 15.1, all staff are expected to apply a health equity lens to programs, services, and decision making that directly impact the communities we serve.

Work Location

City Chest Clinic, 2303 SE Military Drive, Bldg. 528, San Antonio, Texas 78223

Work Hours

7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

Essential Job Functions

• Assesses immunization status and administers age appropriate vaccines to infants, children, adolescents and adult clients.
• Counsels and recommends information to international travelers and administers appropriate immunizations.
• Assists with the orientation, teaching, and supervision of assigned staff.
• Provides skilled nursing care to individuals and families.
• Provides immunization information to staff, clients, other professionals and the public.
• Administers medications, vaccines, and lab work in accordance with proper standards.
• Assesses client needs and follows up with appropriate referral for problems at a clinical level.
• Participates in case conferences with physicians, hospital personnel, and representatives of other agencies.
• Maintains an inventory of equipment and supplies; orders vaccines and other medical supplies.
• Conveys information regarding the policies, functions, and philosophy of the department to professional organizations and other community groups as assigned.
• Collects and compiles daily revenue reports.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job 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.
• Any applicant selected for this position must have a background check completed with results satisfactory to the City of San Antonio and successfully complete the City of San Antonio's Cash-Handling Certification Training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

• Community health experience.

• Clinical setting experience.

• Experience working with Tuberculosis/Infectious Disease patients.

• Valid Class "C" Texas Drivers License.

• Current CPR/AED/BLS Certification.

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

• Excellent Communication Skills.

• Excellent Computer Skills.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of professional nursing principles, practices, methods, and techniques of basic science and of community health, social, and human resources.
• Knowledge of modern medical office procedures and practices.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and other basic office equipment.
• Ability to apply professional nursing principles, techniques, and basic science in homes, clinics, and the community.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to compile data and prepare routine reports.
• Ability to exercise judgment in application of nursing care.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with a wide variety of people on a daily basis.
• Ability to stimulate patients and families to constructive and self improvement actions.
• Ability to grasp and apply the basic principles of administration and operation of a health program.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

01

Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02

Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

04

Did you graduate from an accredited school of nursing?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you licensed to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas?

• Yes
• No

06

Please provide the name and license number under which your Registered Nursing License is registered. If you do not have a RN license, please enter "N/A."

07

Do you have a current First Aid Certification?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you possess a current CPR for Healthcare Providers?

• Yes
• No

09

Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

10

Do you have a current CPR/AED/BLS Certification?

• Yes
• No

11

Are you a current or former Metro Health intern/practicum student?

• Yes, I am a current intern/practicum student
• Yes, i am a former intern/practicum student
• No, I have not been an intern/practicum student at Metro Health

12

If you are a former intern/practicum student, please select the timeframe in which you completed your internship/practicum at Metro Health:

• Within the last 6 months
• Within the last 7-12 months
• Within the last 13-24 months
• More than 24 months
• Not Applicable

13

Please rate your ability to speak English and Spanish: English: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Fluent, None Spanish: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Fluent, None

14

How many years of experience do you have as a practicing registered nurse?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years +

15

How many years of experience do you have working with Electronic Medical Records?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years +

16

If you have experience working with Electronic Medical Records Systems, please list the systems you have worked with. If no experience, answer "N/A."

17

Please cite the number of years and describe your community health experience. If you do not have experience, answer "N/A."

18

Please cite the number of years and describe your experience working with Tuberculosis or any other infectious disease patients and to what extent. If you do not have experience, answer "N/A."

19

Please detail your computer skill level to include programs you have experience with and how you used the program. If you do not have experience, answer "N/A."

20

Cite the number of years and briefly describe your experience working in a clinical setting. If you do not have experience, answer "N/A."

21

I acknowledge for this position I must have a background check completed with results satisfactory to the City of San Antonio and successfully complete the San Antonios Cash-Handling Certification Training.

• I acknowledge

22

I acknowledge this position is Grant Funded. (Positions that are "grant funded" are unclassified and have no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission and are likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.)

• I acknowledge

23

I understand that The San Antonio Metro Health District (SAMHD) provides public health services to clients, which may include risk for exposure to and possible transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases. Staff in high-risk positions will be required to obtain relevant immunizations, per SAMHD Policy DM 13.2. Review and consideration will be given to requests for exemption from this policy.

• Agree
• Disagree

24

I understand that the San Antonio Metro Health District is committed to advancing health equity throughout the community and to creating a work environment in which all staff feel valued, respected, and accepted. Per SAMHD Policy DM 15.1, all staff are expected to apply a health equity lens to programs, services, and decision making that directly impact the communities we serve.

• Agree
• Disagree

25

I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

Required Question

Employer City of San Antonio

Address Human Resources Department

San Antonio, Texas, 78205

Phone 210-207-8705

Website http://www.sanantonio.gov/HR/CareerCenter.aspx