Public Health Tuberculosis RN - Jackson County Health Department - (Mon-Fri, 8a-4:30p)

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101 Truman Medical Center

Job Location

Jackson County Public Health

Lee's Summit, Missouri

Department

JCHD Health Services

Position Type

Full time

Work Schedule

8:00AM - 4:30PM

Hours Per Week

Job Description

The Public Health Tuberculosis Nurse / Clinical Nurse plays a vital role in protecting the health of Jackson County by preventing, identifying, treating, and controlling tuberculosis. This position provides direct patient care, case management, consultation, and community education in alignment with Missouri DHSS and CDC guidelines.

You’ll work with a high level of independence while collaborating closely with healthcare providers, laboratories, and community partners to reduce TB risk and keep residents safe. In addition to TB-related responsibilities, this role also supports the immunization clinic, delivering hands-on clinical nursing care.

This position may require wearing respiratory protection and other PPE in high-risk environments, lifting up to 50 pounds during clinic or community activities, and climbing stairs to access clients in their homes.

What You’ll Do

Provide comprehensive TB nursing services, including assessment, treatment support, education, and follow-up
Manage TB cases using evidence-based nursing practices and public health guidelines
Deliver direct patient care in the immunization clinic
Collaborate with patients, families, healthcare providers, laboratories, and community partners
Present health information clearly to individuals, groups, and community audiences
Promote quality improvement, patient safety, cultural responsiveness, and compassionate care
Maintain compliance with professional standards, licensing requirements, and organizational policies

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in public health, nursing, epidemiology, or a closely related field
Current Missouri license as a Registered Nurse
Current BCLS certification
Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present information to large audiences
Proficiency in computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software
Ability to organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent specialty degree
Three or more years of nursing experience
RN specialty certification
Knowledge and experience in epidemiology principles and application
Experience with public health data and reporting systems such as ShowMeCare, Right Fax, X-Sentinel, Acrobat 2020, and State Public Health Lab systems (OpenELIS)

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re passionate about public health, thrive in both clinical and community settings, and want your work to truly matter, apply today and help protect the health of Jackson County.

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