What You'll Be Doing

Join #TeamWake as a Public Health Nurse in the Tuberculosis Clinic!

The Tuberculosis (TB) Clinic provides services such as chest x-rays, TB screenings for work/school, treatment for latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) and for TB disease, and TB prevention education. The nurse that fills this role will need proficient assessment skills along with independent working skills. If you are a registered nurse who is passionate about public health and looking to make a positive impact in Wake County, this is the opportunity for you!

Some of the duties and responsibilities of the TB Nurse include:

• Assure that health policies and procedures adhere to legal and regulatory statutes and ethical standards of nursing practice, enters disease findings and lab work into the North Carolina Electronic Disease Surveillance System
• Reporting observations and communicating with persons from all socioeconomic backgrounds
• Assessing clients' signs and symptoms, conducting various TB tests, administering prescribed medication and teaching specific TB control measures
• Being available for staffing emergency shelters and mass vaccination clinics as needed in response to control communicable disease

**This position requires the nurse to be able to be fit tested for an N-95 respirator.

Note: In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

About Our Team

Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is the consolidation of programs and services that include social services, public health, job search assistance, child support, and transportation. Our mission, in partnership with the community, is to facilitate full access to high quality and effective health and human services for Wake County residents. In addition to our numerous standard programs, Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is engaged in a number of special initiatives that are impacting services and programs throughout our entire agency. Whether legislated down from the changing regulations on the Federal or State level or bubbling up from the entrepreneurial spirit of our staff, you can always look forward to Wake County Health and Human Services implementing new and exciting enhancements to our services and programs.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing
• No specific experience required
• RN - Registered Nurse - North Carolina Board of Nursing or Compact state
• BPT - Bloodborne Pathogens Training
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation
• AED - Automated External Defibrillator
• Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• Registered Nurse with Home Health experience
• NC Electronic Disease Surveillance System (NCEDSS) certification
• Experience in working with electronic health records
• Prior knowledge or experience working in a Tuberculosis Clinic
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain positive, productive relationships with staff as well as patients
• Demonstrated expertise in exercising good judgement and recognizing when matters must be brought to the attention of the Tuberculosis Supervisor and Tuberculosis Physician
• Ability to maintain composure during high stress levels and a positive attitude

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Strong communication skills with multiple levels of education and agencies as well as act as a consultant within the Health Department clinical areas
• Extreme flexibility to meet requirements of disease or infection identification and timely reporting to the state
• Ability to multi-task and be flexible with work assignments to meet both the program community needs
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and keep confidential records
• Comfortable in conversing with a very diverse population
• Proficient in using the North Carolina Electronic Disease Surveillance System (NCEDSS)
• Expertise in interpreting lab results, explaining treatment and being a consultant to physicians
• Proficient in working with spreadsheets e.g. Microsoft Excel and proficient in basic computer use including Microsoft Office products, Lotus Notes, and internet web owners
• Ability to be proactive, think independently and to take the initiative
• Able to work within a team at a fast pace and multi-task

About This Position

Location: Human Services Center Sunnybrook Raleigh, NC 27610

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 5:15 pm

Hiring Range: 28.92-39.04

Market Range: 28.92 - 49.16

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 10/11/2024

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

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