Public Health Nurse Consultant - STD/HIV Programs

Texas Department of State Health Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 61,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department of State Health Services in Austin seeks a Nurse III to lead advanced nursing work in STD/HIV programs statewide. The role emphasizes clinical leadership, program development, and collaboration with state and local partners.

The Nurse Consultant delivers expert nursing service planning, evaluation, and guidance, coordinating contract providers and maintaining quality standards to improve public health outcomes for affected populations.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a registered nurse in Texas or via reciprocity.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program with licensure.
• Experience in nursing work, preferably in public health.
• Knowledge of public health policies and STD/HIV care standards.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, coordinates, and evaluates STD clinical services statewide.
• Conducts QA reviews of funded STD projects and analyzes data.
• Provides training and technical assistance to grantees and providers.
• Advises local health departments on nursing and STD program guidance.

Skills

Public health

Clinical services

Quality assurance

Communication

Program coordination

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Texas Department of State Health Services in Austin seeks a Nurse III to lead advanced nursing work in STD/HIV programs statewide. The role emphasizes clinical leadership, program development, and collaboration with state and local partners.

The Nurse Consultant delivers expert nursing service planning, evaluation, and guidance, coordinating contract providers and maintaining quality standards to improve public health outcomes for affected populations.