Charge Nurse - Perinatal Hepatitis B (Health Services)

Position Summary

This position is funded by a grant for a duration of time as defined by the grantor.  

Coordinates and oversees case management activities to prevent perinatal transmission of Hepatitis B. Educates patients and families on Hepatitis B transmission and prevention and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, healthcare providers, and community partners to ensure appropriate care coordination, follow-up, and optimal outcomes for both mothers and newborns. Ensures program activities comply with local, state, and federal guidelines. 

Pay Grade: 53  

Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education    

Minimum Qualifications 

• Three (3) years of professional nursing experience, preferably in public health, infectious disease, immunization, or a closely related field, including one (1) year in a lead or supervisory capacity; AND 
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program; AND 
• Current licensure as a registered nurse (RN) in the State of Tennessee, or eligibility for licensure prior to employment. 
• Experience in perinatal hepatitis B case management, public health program coordination, and policy development, or closely related public health program experience. 
• PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.
   

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Coordinates and manages perinatal hepatitis B cases in Shelby County by identifying, tracking, and documenting cases and conducting pregnancy investigations and care coordination activities. 
• Provides case management oversight to ensure infants exposed to hepatitis B receive appropriate prophylaxis, complete the hepatitis B vaccination series, and obtain post-vaccination serologic testing. 
• Collaborates with birthing hospitals to develop, implement, and strengthen policies and procedures that support the prevention of perinatal hepatitis B transmission. 
• Develops and delivers training to healthcare providers and staff on perinatal hepatitis B prevention guidelines, reporting requirements, and best practices. 
• Builds partnerships and collaborates with epidemiologists, Public Health Nurses, healthcare providers, and Immunization Program staff to ensure coordinated program implementation. 
• Monitors program activities and evaluates outcomes, recommending and implementing improvements to enhance prevention strategies and program effectiveness. 
• Provides community education and outreach on perinatal hepatitis B prevention and serves as a liaison with healthcare organizations and national partners, including the CDC Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention Program. 
• Participates in public health emergency response duties as assigned and consistent with job classification and training provided in response to natural disasters and threats to public health. 
• Performs other related duties as required or directed.
   

KSAs 

• Knowledge of public health principles, communicable disease prevention, and maternal and child health practices related to perinatal hepatitis B prevention. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly convey information to healthcare providers, staff, and the public. 
• Ability to analyze information, exercise sound judgment, and apply critical thinking to resolve complex case management and program issues. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, organize work effectively, and maintain accurate documentation while meeting deadlines. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive medical and program information appropriately. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with healthcare providers, community partners, and program staff. 
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve program quality and address community health needs. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic health or surveillance systems used for case tracking and reporting.
   

Special Requirements 

• Must possess a valid Tennessee driver’s license by date of employment. 
• Must have daily access to an operable automobile and meet S