Congenital Syphilis Nurse II (AM)
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Austin, TX - USA
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Functional Title:Congenital Syphilis Nurse II (AM)
Job Title:Nurse II
Agency:Dept of State Health Services
Department:Congenital Syphilis
Posting Number:12948
Closing Date:07/27/2026
Posting Audience:Internal and External
Occupational Category:Healthcare Support
Salary Range:$4801.16-$6281.33
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group:TEXAS-B-22
Shift:Day
Additional Shift:Days (First)
Telework:Eligible for Telework
Travel:Up to 20%
Regular/Temporary:Regular
Full Time/Part Time:Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:Exempt
Facility Location:
Job Location City:AUSTIN
Job Location Address:1100 W 49TH ST (RDM)
Other Locations:Austin
MOS Codes: 290X46AX46FX46NX46PX46SX46YX66B66C66E66F66G66H66N66P66R66S66T66W
Job Description:
Performs complex (journey-level) nursing workunder the supervision of the Congenital Syphilis Operations Director position will support theCongenitalSyphilis Prevention Hotline providing consultation and guidance to healthcare providersregardingcongenital syphilis questions diagnosis and care.
Responsibilities include:
Responding to inquiries fromphysiciansnurseshospital staffand other healthcare professionals through the hotline.
Offering evidence-based recommendationsandclarifications onsyphilisandcongenital syphilis management treatment protocols and reporting requirements.
Coordinating withregionalcongenital syphilisnursesto ensureappropriate follow-upon specificsyphilisandcongenital syphilis cases.
Assistingwith thedevelopment and modificationof policies proceduresandprotocols related to congenital syphilis prevention and care.
Participating in the creation and delivery ofwritten and verbal program communications and educational materialsfor healthcare providers and stakeholders.
Supportingprogram enhancementsaimed at improvingefficiency andservice evaluation.
Attendingconsultant meetings educational workshops and symposiumsrelevant to congenital syphilisprevention and treatment.
Performing On Call duties during holidays and weekends on a rotating basis.
This position works under general supervision withlimitedlatitude for the use of initiative and independent perform these job duties this position may require working extra hours needed to meet defined deadlines and support the agencysmissioncriticalobjectivesrelated to congenital syphilis.
Essential Job Functions:
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedulein accordance withagency leave policy andperformsother duties as assigned.
(40%)Provides professional consultation to healthcare providersregardingcongenital syphilis diagnosis treatment and to inquiries via the congenital syphilis hotline and offers evidence-based guidance. Coordinates with regional nurses to ensureappropriate follow-upon specific cases including re-testing and evaluation as needed. Maintains close liaison with other state and agency programs to ensure coordination.
(25%) Provides professional follow-up of women of childbearing age and infants with syphilis diagnoses as required by the Congenital Syphilis Provider Consultation Hotline Director and the Community Health Improvement Division. Enters clinical care coordination notes into the central case management system following policies and procedures. Maintains electronic reports and documentation of the consultation as required by the Congenital Syphilis Provider Consultation program.
(15%) Answers telephone inquiries testing and treatment history for medically complex syphilis cases from emergency departments OB/Gyns delivery hospitals primary care providers and pediatric specialists. Provide up to date guidance and support for disease management treatment protocols and access to additional resources. Assigns tasks to Regional Congenital Syphilis Response Nurses for field follow-up care coordination and provider support.
(15%) Develops and provides resources educational materials and literature to providers about congenital syphilis prevention. Participates in planning developing and executing meetings for consultant workgroups. Performs other congenital syphilis program support activities as assigned by the Director of Operations.
(5%) Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agencys obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignmentand/or perform these job duties this position may require working extra hours needed to meet defined deadlines and support the agencys mission critical reporting requirements.
Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge of nursing techniques and procedures; medical diagnoses and procedures; accepted medical treatment programs; and community health and nursing care principles practices and procedures.
Knowledge of health care laws and regulations.
Medical knowledge of Syphilis andCongenital Syphilisalong with other STIs.
Medical knowledge of recommended treatmentforacquiredsyphilis congenital syphilis and other STIs.
Knowledge of statistical data collection methods.
Knowledge of medical care resources in Texas.
Knowledge of lab issues; interpreting lab results.
Knowledge of training processes.
Skill in the care and treatment of patients and in the use ofa computer and applicablesoftware.
Skill inuse ofelectronic medical recordsystem Internet and Microsoft Office software (e.g. Microsoft Word PowerPoint Excel and Outlook).
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in problem solving.
Abilityto provideconsultation to health care providers to prepare andmaintainrecords and to communicate effectively.
Ability to explain public health laws and to recognize patterns of medical necessity treatment.
Ability toexplainpublic health laws and regulations; to organize coordinate and evaluate nursing activities and the delivery of public health services; to interpret policies and procedures; to interpret health care regulations.
Ability to work productively with people from varying socio-economic groups and cultural backgrounds.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to establish goals objectives to organize workloads and set priorities to meet
deadlines.
Ability to develop educational materials and programs.
Ability to compile data for statistical reports.
Ability to communicate anddeal tactfullywithhealth care providers.
Ability to execute protocols procedures and correspondence for program operation.
Ability to handle confidential issues and material.
Ability to manage multiple and diverse tasks/projects.
Ability to communicate with others to provide exchange or verify information answer inquiries address issues or resolve problems or complaints.
Initial Screening Criteria:
Atleast 1 yearexperience inmanagement ofacquiredsyphilis preferred.
At least 1yearexperience in communicating program policy procedures and medical reports and tests via telephone.
At least 1yearexperience handling confidential issues and materials including medical recordsin compliance with state and federal lawssuch as HIPPA.
At least 1yearexperience in using computer systems and/or databases and Microsoft Word and Excel.
Registrations LIcensure Requirements or Certifications:
Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Texas.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PRIOR TO SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION:
Information on the application must clearly state how the applicant meets initial selection criteria in the Summary of Experience sectionin order tobe will not be accepted in lieu of an application.
Applicants must provide information relevant to the required experience for this position. Answer all questions and completely summarize your experience including technical and managerial responsibilities and any special trainingskillsand qualifications for each position you have held in the employment history section of application.
All fields on the application must includes but is not limited to previous salary previous supervisor and reason for leaving previous position.
Position is eligible for 50% teleworking.
Agency salary policy budget and candidates qualifications will dictate final salary offer.
Hours of Operation:
Regular Schedule: Monday Friday 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM- DAYS
Lunch Break: 30 minutes
Additional Requirement: May berequiredto work alternate weekends on a rotating schedule
Active Duty Military Reservists Guardsmen and Veterans:
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military reservists guardsmen and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified for this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditors Military Crosswalk at Accommodations:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on-line application contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1- or via email at .
Salary Information Pre-employment Checks and Work Eligibility:
- The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
- Depending on the program area and position requirements applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
- DSHS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.Download the I-9 form
Required Experience:
IC
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