HIV Nurse Specialist - Nurse Specialist

Minnesota Department of Health; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Pension plan

12 paid holidays

Transportation reimbursement

Job summary

MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH is seeking an HIV Nurse Specialist in St. Paul to develop and oversee statewide HIV testing and treatment programs, with a special focus on reducing health disparities.

The role supports HIV, STI, and Hep prevention staff and offers up to 50% telework for eligible Minnesota residents. You will coordinate training, provide technical assistance, and collaborate with diverse communities and multidisciplinary partners to improve patient care and advance health equity

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse Licensure in Minnesota.
• Three years of healthcare experience in roles such as RN, RN Charge Nurse, Nurse Supervisor, Director of Nursing, Healthcare Administrator, or Board of Nursing.
• Experience providing clinical consultation, training, or technical assistance to health care or public health professionals.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and evaluate a statewide system of HIV testing and treatment programs.
• Focus on reducing disparities in HIV and other infections.
• Assist in planning and research activities for statewide HIV screening.
• Provide or facilitate training, technical assistance, and capacity building for medical providers.

Skills

RN licensure MN

Healthcare experience

Clinical consultation

Public health collaboration

Job description

• Who May Apply: This vacancy is open to all qualified job seekers and bidders simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 10/12/2026.
• Date Posted: 10/06/2026
• Closing Date: 10/19/2026
• Hiring Agency: Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
• Division/Unit: Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division/HIV Prevention Unit
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - Up to 25% of the time
• Salary Range: $42.20 - $60.06 / hourly; $88,113 - $125,405 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 205 - MN Nurses Association (MNA)
• Anticipated Start Date: 11/18/2026
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Working Title: HIV Nurse Specialist Job Class: Nurse Specialist Agency: Health Department

• Job ID: 97451
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes / Hybrid
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: This vacancy is open to all qualified job seekers and bidders simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 10/12/2026.
• Date Posted: 10/06/2026
• Closing Date: 10/19/2026
• Hiring Agency: Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
• Division/Unit: Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division/HIV Prevention Unit
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - Up to 25% of the time
• Salary Range: $42.20 - $60.06 / hourly; $88,113 - $125,405 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 205 - MN Nurses Association (MNA)
• Anticipated Start Date: 11/18/2026
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Join our mission-driven team where your expertise will contribute to protecting, maintaining, and improving the health of all Minnesotans!

This position exists to support HIV, STI, & Hep Prevention Staff. The incumbent will develop, coordinate, and evaluate a statewide system of programs that provide human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) testing and treatment designed to identify and treat disease, with a special focus on reducing disparities. The incumbent will assist in planning and research activities necessary to establish a comprehensive and statewide plan for HIV screening that includes addressing social determinants of risk. The incumbent will provide or facilitate training, technical assistance, and other capacity building activities as requested by medical providers.

In accordance with HR/LR Policy #1422 Telework, this position is eligible for up to 50% telework for applicants who live in Minnesota or in a bordering state within 50 miles of the assigned work location. The telework policy may exempt employees who live more than 50 miles from their primary work location from the 50% in-office requirement, depending on job requirements, helping the State of Minnesota access top talent across the state.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse Licensure in the State of Minnesota.
• Three (3) years of experience in a healthcare setting in positions that include one of the following:
  • Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Charge Nurse (must include at least two years as a RN Charge Nurse)
  • Registered Nurse Supervisor
  • Director of Nursing
  • Healthcare Administrator
  • Board of Nursing

Experience must include the following

• Experience providing clinical consultation, training, or technical assistance to health care or public health professionals.
• Experience working collaboratively with diverse communities and multidisciplinary partners.
• Experience writing reports, one-pagers, and additional documents.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of the medical and epidemiological aspects of all STIs and HIV including knowledge of infectious diseases, epidemiology, including disease surveillance.
• Skills in evaluating clinical care delivered by STI/HIV clinical staff in diagnosing, treating, and counseling persons infected with or exposed to HIV.
• Extensive experience in the delivery of direct patient care in a clinic setting.
• Ability to teach health professionals regarding implementation of testing and treatment activities and to prepare summary reports.
• Ability to determine appropriate patient care based on established protocols and to guide other professional staff in implementing the correct protocols.

Additional Requirements

• This employment does not require a valid driver’s license, but it does demand travel across Greater Minnesota, which the candidate will be responsible for meeting.
• This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check.
• MDH does not participate in the federal E-Verify program and is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions, and cannot complete Form I-9 or any other documentation requiring employer participation in E-Verify. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Dama Abuta at [e-mail] or 651-201-7387.

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Health ADA Coordinator at [e-mail].

About Health Department

Come work for one of the best public health systems in the nation and you will contribute to our mission to protect, maintain and improve the health of all Minnesotans. We are working hard to achieve our vision for health equity in Minnesota, where all communities are thriving, and all people have what they need to be healthy. Our collaborative, mission-driven work environment is a major factor in promoting a high level of employee health awareness, employee longevity and job satisfaction.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies

based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants With Disabilities

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [e-mail] and let us know the support you need.