Public Health TB Case Manager (Nurse III)

Forsyth-County,-Nc; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Forsyth County Department of Public Health is seeking a Public Health Nurse III for the Tuberculosis Control program. This full-time role involves home, school, or facility visits to support case management, educate communities, and prevent TB transmission in Forsyth County.

The nurse will receive thorough training on NC-EDSS, maintain patient confidentiality, and work rotating hours including evenings. Requirements include a BSN with PH experience or MPH with nursing, RN license in NC, CPR, and

Qualifications

• Graduation from a four-year college with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing including Public Health Nursing rotation and two years of PH nursing experience.
• Master’s in Public Health and graduation from a school of professional nursing with two years of nursing experience.
• Three years of professional nursing experience including two years PH nursing experience; or an equivalent combination.

Responsibilities

• TB control and case management with clinical tests, monitoring medications, and epidemiological evaluation.
• Prevent transmission of TB through diagnosis, surveillance, and health education.
• Maintain accurate records of nurse-patient encounters and protect confidentiality.
• Conduct community education on TB and provide patient counseling tailored to individuals.
• Directly Observed Therapy and home visits for case management and contact tracing.
• Educate clinic staff and precept nursing students; staff immunization clinics as needed.
• Participate in urgent Public Health events and coordinate with stakeholders.

Skills

Critical thinking

Recordkeeping

Interpersonal skills

Public Health nursing

Public Health knowledge

Community resources

Communication

Professional judgment

Education

BSN with PH rotation

MPH + RN

PH experience in nursing

Equivalent combination

Job description

Forsyth County Department of Public Health is seeking a Public Health Nurse III for the Tuberculosis Control program. This full-time role involves home, school, or facility visits to support case management, educate communities, and prevent TB transmission in Forsyth County.

The nurse will receive thorough training on NC-EDSS, maintain patient confidentiality, and work rotating hours including evenings. Requirements include a BSN with PH experience or MPH with nursing, RN license in NC, CPR, and