Registered Nurse - Tuberculosis Program

Registered Nurse - Tuberculosis Program

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Houston, TX

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

16659

Department

Public Health Services

Division

Community Health & Wellness

Opening Date

05/05/2026

Closing Date

7/5/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Position Description

If you're looking to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can make an impact, explore our current opportunities in creating a better future for public health.

About Harris County Public Health

Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.

This is a grant-funded position.

Our Values:

HCPH embraces a foundation of progressive work anchored by the departments cornerstone values guiding our work to improve communitys health and well-being.

• Transparency- We share information openly and honestly so that staff, partners, and the community understand our actions and the reasons behind them.
• Integrity- Our actions reflect strong ethical principles, ensuring we remain trustworthy, accountable, and consistent with our mission.
• Respect - We foster a supportive environment by valuing diverse perspectives, listening intentionally, and treating people with dignity in every interaction.
• Impact -We focus our efforts on activities that improve health, reduce disparities, and create meaningful, measurable outcomes for the communities we serve.
• Collaboration- We actively partner across teams, disciplines, organizations, and communities to align our efforts toward common goals.

Position Overview

The Registered Nurse (RN) will provide safe, compassionate nursing care as a member of the profession, provider of patient-centered care, patient safety advocate and member of the health care team. The RN with a focus on Tuberculosis (TB) Care Management is required to function within the parameters of the legal scope of practice of an RN, and in accordance with the federal, state and local laws; rules and regulations; and policies, procedures and guidelines of Harris County Public Health (HCPH).

Duties & Responsibilities

• Nurse case manage tuberculosis patient on treatment Monitor aspects of clinical care plan, including (but not limited to) pertinent medical history, signs and symptoms, medication regimens, and toxicity profiles. Responsible for coordinating all aspects of patients TB care plan and ensuring the care plan is implemented in timely and appropriate manner.
• Assists with control of patient flow through the facility during clinic visits, including discharging patients from the clinic following the medical providers' care plan and provides appropriate patient education.
• Works with the medical providers and the medical team to complete duties such as assisting with physical exams and medical procedures, administering/dispensing prescribed medication according to Pharmacy D regulations, and responding to emergency medical situations.
• Gives age-appropriate immunizations, stay up to date with all CDC vaccine schedule changes, and assists the nursing team with providing CDC recommended vaccinations at all times and serves as a vaccination coordinator alternate for the Vaccine for Children's (VFC) Program with the Texas Department of Health Services (DSHS).
• Serves as a vaccination coordinator or alternate for the Vaccine for Childrens (VFC) Program with the Texas Department of Health Services (DSHS).
• Assists with patient screening (i.e., drawing blood, testing urine, taking/recording vital signs, and performing vision and hearing assessment).
• Receives, reviews, and prioritizes all laboratory results and ensures all abnormal laboratory values are documented in the electronic medical record (EMR) system, confirming that all abnormal laboratory values are flagged and reviewed by the medical provider for referrals or treatment as indicated.
• Provides and explain laboratory results to patients and their families, and supplies individualized health education and counseling in a patient-centered manner. May be called upon to present group health education sessions when indicated.
• Assists with medical inventory, including but not limited to vaccines and oral medications, ordering, and ensuring the clinic is appropriately stocked.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education:

• Current, active, and unrestricted RN license in the State of Texas by the Texas Board of Nursing.

Licensure/Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA-approved)
• Valid Texas Drivers License.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and navigating Electronic Medical Record Systems.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and foster teamwork in a diverse environment.
• Knowledge of current CDC recommendations for immunizations.
• Ability to organize material, prioritize job tasks, make reliable judgments, and draw conclusions from verbal discussions and written data.
• Ability to draw conclusions from data, such as lab tests, to record this information accurately in patient's record, and to notify the medical providers when deviations occur.

Core Competencies:

• Data Analytics and Assessment Skills: Ability to use data to analyze community health needs and support decisions that improve community health outcomes.

• Communication Skills: This competency focuses on using clear and effective communication to engage audiences, address misinformation, and build trust, supporting informed decisions and stronger public health outcomes.

• Health Advancement Skills:This competency focuses on applying principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion to public health, addressing systemic barriers, and promoting fair access to resources for healthier communities.

• Community Partnership Skills: This competency focuses on collaborating with communities to address the systems and policies affecting health, fostering engagement, shared ownership, and sustainable improvements in well-being.

• Public Health Science Skills:This competency focuses on using public health science and evidence-based approaches to develop and improve policies and programs, ensuring effective delivery of the 10 Essential Public Health Services.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Languages:

• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Experience:

• At least one (1) year of RN experience in an outpatient or public health clinical setting.

General Information

Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work

• This is a full-time, grant-funded position.
• Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday from 7:45 am to 4:45 pm.
• Must be willing to flex work hours when required, including weekends.
• Able to travel within Harris County as needed.

Work Environment

• This job operates in a professional clinic environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

• This role requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 50 pounds and bending & standing for periods at a time.

Work Location:

• Harris County Public Health: 5815 Antoine Dr, Houston, TX 77091.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.

The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
• One (1) floating holiday per year
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Benefit

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

• Professional learning & development opportunities
• Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
• Flexible work schedule*
• METRO RideSponsor Program*
• Participation may vary by County department. The employee benefits plans of Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health & Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the Countys behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:

www.benefitsathctx.com

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Do you currently hold a current, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Texas issued by the Texas Board of Nursing?

• Yes - I hold a current, active, and unrestricted Texas RN license.
• No - I do not hold a Texas RN license.
• I hold an RN license in another state and am in the process of obtaining a Texas RN license
• N/A; No Degree

02

Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience as an RN in an outpatient or public health clinical setting. (To be considered, the qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history)

• Less than one (1) year.
• One (1) year or more.
• I do not have this experience.

03

Please provide details about your verifiable experience as an RN in an outpatient clinical setting. Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume" (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history) Please include your (a) role(s), (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilities If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.

04

Do you currently hold an active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA-approved) ?

• Yes, I currently hold a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA-approved).
• Yes, I currently hold a Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification but with restrictions.
• No, I do not hold a Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification.

05

This role requires a Valid Drivers License (Texas upon hire). Do you have a Valid Drivers License?

• I have a valid Texas driver's license.
• I have a valid driver's license from another state but can obtain a Texas license upon hire.
• I do not have a valid driver's license.

06

Are you bilingual in English and Spanish? If yes, what is your level of proficiency in Spanish?

• Yes, I am fluent in Spanish (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Yes, I am proficient in conversational Spanish only.
• Yes, I have basic knowledge of Spanish.
• No, I am not bilingual in English and Spanish.

Required Question

Employer Harris County

Address 1111 Fannin St

Ste. 600

Houston, Texas, 77002

Phone 713-274-5445

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx