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About Harris County Public Health:
Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 700 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.
Position Overview:
The Clinical Coordinator RN for the Immunization Program is a dynamic and integral role at the Harris County Public Health Department. This position entails comprehensive management of the Immunization (VFC and Private) and Communicable Disease Programs, focusing on assessing, planning, coordinating, and enhancing these programs. The role requires a proactive approach to healthcare, aligning program operations with public health goals. The Clinical Coordinator RN is also responsible for supervising nursing personnel, ensuring adherence to policy standards, and participating in developing and delivering training programs for staff and other immunization providers.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Program Coordination and Evaluation: Coordinate and direct the primary nursing activities of the Immunization Programs, including both VFC and Private initiatives, and evaluate their effectiveness.
Reporting and Collaborative Administration: Provide regular monthly reports on program activities and collaborate closely with clinic administration for effective nursing supervision, training, and clinical service delivery.
Staff Supervision and Professional Development: Supervise nursing personnel, including Immunization Compliance nurses and Perinatal Hepatitis B RNs, advising on professional growth, advanced training, and education and ensuring adherence to policy standards.
Performance Monitoring and Employee Evaluation: Monitor nursing performance against set standards, perform employee evaluations, and maintain proper licensures.
Program Assessment and Policy Implementation: Assess local Immunization Program needs and performance, recommend and implement necessary policies and procedures for program enhancement.
Training Program Development and Orientation: Develop, direct, and monitor training programs for staff and other Immunization providers, and participate in the orientation and training of new employees and nursing students.
Liaison and Training Collaboration: Act as a liaison with DHS and other training organizations, addressing program and community training needs.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
Education/Licenses/Certifications:
Registered Nurse (RN) license: Current unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Texas by the Texas Board of Nursing or a multistate license issued by the current state of residence that allows for nursing practice within Texas.
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certification approved by the American Heart Association
Must possess a valid Texas driver's license.
Experience:
At least Two (2) years of nursing experience, preferably in public health, immunization, or communicable disease management.
At least One (1) year of management or supervisory experience in a healthcare setting
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong written and oral communication skills, and ability to multi-task and adjust priorities as needed
Self-directed with a high degree of critical thinking, independent judgment, problem solving ability
Ability to analyze and report complex financial information to reach sound conclusions and make practical recommendations
Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information
Ability to work well with public and staff members
Must use your personal mobile device for our Multifactor Authentication process
Core Competencies
Organizational Leadership
Understands the organizational mission
Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust
Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others
Collaboration
Innovation
Interpersonal Abilities/Personal Characteristics
Communication
Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Written and verbal English competency
Able to read and follow directions
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but
ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:
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Full Time | Regular
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Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
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Must be willing to flex work hours when required, including weekends.
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Able to travel within Harris County as needed.
Work Environment:-
This job operates in a professional office and clinical environment.
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This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
Physical Demands:-
Must be able to handle the physical demands of traveling and conducting site visits
Work Location:-
1111 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77002
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.