Public Health Nurse (Clinician Ambassador)

City of San Antonio, TX; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of San Antonio is seeking a Public Health Nurse to provide nursing care and related services under supervision. The role involves delivering public health information, administering care, and participating in community health initiatives. Candidates must possess a nursing degree and relevant certifications.

Benefits

Subsidized health care benefits

Paid disability benefits

Paid life insurance

Pension program

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification for Healthcare Providers.
• License to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled nursing care to individuals at the metro health clinic.
• Administers medications, vaccines, and lab work.
• Conducts outreach and training to integrate public health principles.

Skills

Communication

Nursing Principles

Public Health Knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Salary : $64,097.02 - $96,145.66 Annually

Location : 78205, TX

Job Type : 4C Full-Time

Job Number : 2025-01090

Opening Date : 05 / 05 / 2025

Closing Date : 6 / 2 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

Grant Funded : No

FLSA Status : Exempt

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. Employees in high-risk positions will be required to obtain relevant immunizations, per Review and consideration will be given to requests for exemption from this policy.

The San Antonio Metro Health District (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 DM15.1, all employees are expected to apply a health equity lens to programs, services, and decision-making that directly impact the communities we serve.

Work Location

This position requires regular work at a minimum of two locations : City Tower - 100 W. Houston Street, 14th Floor, San Antonio, TX (78205) and Metro Health STI / HIV Clinic - 512 E. Highland Blvd, San Antonio, TX (78210) with the potential for assignments at additional sites based on business needs. Job duties may require travel to various locations in San Antonio and Bexar County.

Work Hours

8 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m., Monday - Friday. Occasional work outside of regular hours to include before 8 : 00 a.m., between 12 : 00 p.m. - 1 : 00 p.m., evenings and weekends based on client needs.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides up-to-date, evidence-based public health information to staff, clients, other professionals and the public, including but not limited to sexual and reproductive health, immunizations, HIV prevention and others.
• Conveys information regarding the policies, functions, and philosophy of the departments professional organizations and other community groups as assigned.
• Participates in case conferences with physicians, hospital personnel, and representatives of other agencies.
• Provides skilled nursing care to individuals (adults and adolescents closed parentheses at the metro health clinic, in accordance with the Standing Delegation Orders (SDO's).
• 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.
• Serves as a consultant to clinical providers to optimize the integration of public health prevention practices and methods.
• Conduct outreach to and training of primary care, pediatric, OB / GYN and other providers to integrate public health principles and prevention initiatives in clinical practice.
• 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 CPR and First Aid Certification 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.
• Experience Developing educational materials and presentations for health care providers.
• Experience conducting virtual meetings and presentations.
• Experience working in public health.
• Experience communicating with health care providers.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• 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 :

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 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.

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.

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

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

Did you graduate from an accredited school of nursing?

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

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

Do you have current CPR and First Aid Certification for Healthcare Providers?

Do you have a valid Driver's License?

Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)?

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 +

How many years of public health experience do you have?

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

How many years of public speaking experience do you have?

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

Please describe your experience in education or public speaking / presentations. If you do not have experience, answer "N / A".

Please describe your experience developing educational materials / presentations. If you do not have experience, answer "N / A".

I acknowledge that this position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

• I acknowledge

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

• Agree
• Disagree

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 , all employees are expected to apply a health equity lens to programs, services, and decision making that directly impact the communities we serve.

• Agree
• Disagree

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 [emailprotected] 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.

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