Regional Director of Public Health Nursing

Texas Department of State Health Services

Harlingen (TX)

On-site

USD 71,000 - 90,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

Texas Department of State Health Services is seeking a Regional Director of Nursing for Public Health Region 11 in Harlingen, TX. You will lead nursing programs and clinical operations, guide staff, and drive quality improvements across immunization, tuberculosis, and related services.

You will oversee policy development, performance metrics, and regional collaborations with health departments and providers. Requires RN licensure in Texas with leadership experience and strong management skills.

Qualifications

  • RN license in Texas (or nursing licensure reciprocity) with current status.
  • BSN or ADN required; bachelor’s degree in nursing.
  • BLS certification required.
  • MSN/MPH or nursing leadership certs preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Directs regional Public Health Nursing programs and services (PHN, Immunization, TB & Hansen's Disease).
  • Oversees nursing staff, clinical operations, and program compliance.
  • Manages budgeting, contracts, and resource planning.
  • Ensures quality assurance, policy development, and performance improvement.
  • Leads regional nursing practice standards and workforce development.
  • Represents PH Region 11 in internal and external meetings and partnerships.

Skills

Leadership
Supervision
Strategic planning
Clinical assessment
Policy development
Quality improvement
Data analysis
Effective communication
Public speaking
Travel & field coordination

Education

RN license (Texas)
BSN or ADN
Bachelor's in Nursing
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
MSN/MPH preferred

Job description

Texas Department of State Health Services is seeking a Regional Director of Nursing for Public Health Region 11 in Harlingen, TX. You will lead nursing programs and clinical operations, guide staff, and drive quality improvements across immunization, tuberculosis, and related services.

You will oversee policy development, performance metrics, and regional collaborations with health departments and providers. Requires RN licensure in Texas with leadership experience and strong management skills.

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