PH Nurse Senior (TB) #VDH01724

Title: PH Nurse Senior #VDH01724

State Role Title:RN II/Nurse Prct I/Phy Asst

Hiring Range: $77548 - $84758.50

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Virginia Department of Health

Location:NORFOLK HQ

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Bold and catalytic the Norfolk Department of Public Health is transforming the health landscape of our community through groundbreaking initiatives and strategic partnerships. We are committed to fostering a culture of radical collaboration excellence inclusivity and resilience. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset and we are dedicated to providing a supportive and dynamic work environment where your skills and passion can make a catalytic impact. If you are ready to contribute to meaningful change and be part of a forward-thinking organization NDPH is the place for you.

Program Leadership:
Serve as a subject matter expert and provide guidance on TB program operations across the district.
Develop program goals policies procedures quality improvement indicators and core measures.
Monitor service delivery for compliance with policies and regulations.
Support interprofessional team development and collaborative public health initiatives.
Participate in epidemiology monitoring vaccine-preventable illness responses and emergency public health activities.
Conduct communicable disease investigations and assist with outbreak responses in schools nursing facilities and congregate settings.
Community Liaison:
Promote public health awareness risk reduction and preventative health through community programs screenings and events.
Educate and empower the community on TB and other public health issues.
Serve as liaison with community groups employers and task forces to increase program visibility and resource development.
Assist with community health assessments improvement planning and evaluation of engagement strategies.
Direct Patient Care:
Conduct nursing assessments laboratory tests measurements and administer medications as indicated.
Develop and implement individualized care plans and provide case management.
Deliver health services in clinics homes schools and community settings.
Apply population-level public health interventions integrating cultural competence and evidence-based nursing practices.
Customer Service & Teamwork:
Provide courteous professional and solution-oriented service to clients colleagues and the public.
Contribute to the mission and goals of the Virginia Department of Health and local Health Districts.
Attend meetings communicate effectively with team members and demonstrate flexibility in support of program objectives.
Other Duties:
May perform additional duties or assist in emergency response activities as directed.
May be required to work evenings weekends or travel in support of public health needs.

The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays medical dental vision and life insurance retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick family/personal and annual leave.


THIS RECRUITMENT QUALIFIES FOR EXCEPTIONAL RECRUITMENT AND INCENTIVE OPTIONS INCLUDING SIGN ON BONUS LEAVE GRANT AND OTHER POTENTIAL BENEFITS MAY BE OFFERED.

VDH requires all Health-Care Personnel (HCP) to provide documentation of immunization or evidence of immunity to the following: hepatitis B measles mumps rubella and varicella; a one-time dose of tetanus diphtheria and pertussis (Tdap) vaccine regardless of the interval since the last dose of tetanus-diphtheria (Td) vaccine was administered (Td or Tdap boosters shall be received every 10 years); and the current years seasonal influenza vaccination.

Minimum Qualifications

unrestricted Virginia Registered Nurse (RN) license and current CPR certification.

experience obtaining comprehensive health histories performing physical assessments conducting nursing procedures administering medications and injections identifying potential problems and developing methodical care plans

interviewing and communication skills

of nursing processes case management health maintenance disease processes epidemiology and behavioral science.

in leadership roles and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

health experience required; experience in hospital or long-term care infection control preferred

with data entry review analysis reporting and using epidemiologic data for public health interventions

oral and written communication organizational decision-making and problem-solving skills

drivers license and ability to provide own transportation for work-related travel (mileage reimbursed)

Additional Considerations

If serving on the Epidemiology (EPI) Response Team Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is preferred along with experience in hospital or long-term care facility infection control.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed mailed or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position. Supplemental questions are encouraged to be answered in a comprehensive manner and reference any pertinent knowledge skills and abilities as well as any previous experience that relates to the position.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Services Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial credit driving background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.
It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture hair type and protective hairstyles such as braids locks and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: .
If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.
As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply!

Contact Information

Name: Carolyn Abron

Phone:

Email:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.