0000004061.FIELD NURSE SUPERVISOR.TB PREVENTION

Dallas County; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas County TB Prevention seeks a Field Nurse Supervisor to oversee nursing staff, implement policies, and coordinate Medicaid and outreach activities in Dallas. You will serve as a liaison with outside agencies and ensure high-quality public health services.

The role requires a Texas RN license, a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field, and at least three years of nursing experience, including one year in a supervisory role; strong communication skills and travel to clinics may be

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field; three (3) years of nursing experience including one (1) year supervisory experience.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Texas.
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish relationships with staff, departments and the public.

Responsibilities

• Interprets and implements agency policies and program goals, supervising staff in public health duties.
• Provides information and education to the public health community on health issues and immunization practices.
• Makes staff assignments, hires and orients new staff, monitors attendance, and conducts evaluations.
• Promotes public relations with health and welfare agencies and the public; coordinates outreach activities.
• Shares planning, implementation and evaluation of agency and local public health programs.
• Participates in programs and conferences to maintain current knowledge.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Public health software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field

Tools

Standard software applications

Job description

0000004061.FIELD NURSE SUPERVISOR.TB PREVENTION

Job Description

Provides supervision to the staff including evaluation, instruction and scheduling of nurses in specialized nursing care. Responsible for planning and implementing policies and procedures in conjunction with administrative staff. Coordinates Medicaid program, outreach activities, and Low Birth Weight program. Serves as a liaison with outside agencies.

Management Scope: Supervises exempt and non-exempt nursing and support staff.

Responsibilities

• 1. Interprets and implements agency policies and program goals, providing supervision and direction to staff in the performance of duties as related to public health issues and concerns.
• 2. Provides information and education to the public health care community on health issues and immunization practices.
• 3. Makes staff assignments; hires and orientates new staff; monitors time and attendance; and conducts employee performance evaluations.
• 4. Promotes public relations with other health and welfare agencies and the general public; coordinates outreach activities.
• 5. Shares responsibilities in planning, implementing and evaluating agency and local public health programs.
• 6. Participates in programs and conferences ensuring knowledge base is current.
• 7. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Experience and Training: Education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Nursing, or in a job related field of study. Three (3) years of nursing experience, including one (1) year supervisory experience.

Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas. Knowledge of standard software applications. Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments and the general public

Depending on the location, this position may require the incumbent possess a valid Texas Driver’s License, with good driving record.

Physical/Environmental Requirements: Standard clinic environment. Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods, with ability to lift/transport supplies and equipment. Exposure to blood, various illnesses and diseases. Ability to travel to various work site locations.

Job Info

• Job Identification 26000388
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations Tb Clinic, Dallas, TX, 75207, US