Perinatal Hepatitis B - Licensed Vocational Nurse

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About Harris County Public Health:

Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 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:

Under the general supervision, the Perinatal Hepatitis B Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) supports the Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention Program by ensuring proper case identification, management, and surveillance of perinatal hepatitis B cases in Harris County. This position works with healthcare providers, birthing hospitals, and public health professionals to ensure adherence to state-mandated prevention protocols, facilitate vaccination series completion, and promote education and compliance efforts to reduce the transmission of hepatitis B in newborns.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Case Identification and Monitoring: Monitor and manage perinatal hepatitis B cases, ensuring timely follow-up, vaccination, and serological testing.
• Vaccination Compliance and Patient Follow-up: Track vaccination compliance for hepatitis B-exposed infants and provide reminders to families and providers.
• Case Management: Provide case management and follow-up to reduce missed immunizations and improve health outcomes.
• Training and Outreach: Educate and train healthcare providers on hepatitis B prevention, reporting requirements, and best practices.
• Data Management: Maintain accurate case records and program data using public health databases and tools.
• Program Evaluation: Analyze and report program data to assess vaccination rates and program effectiveness.
• Healthcare Collaboration and Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with healthcare providers and hospitals to implement and support prevention strategies.
• Emergency Response: Assist with special tasks related to public health emergency events, including vaccine distribution efforts and emergency response coordination.

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

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Education:

Experience:

Licensure/Certifications:

• Current license with no restrictions as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in the State of Texas by the Texas Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners
• Valid Texas driver's license

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Knowledge of vaccination schedules and protocols
• Understanding of infection control practices

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

• Contributes to an inclusive workplace where equity, diversity, inclusion, and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission
• Demonstrates a sense of responsibility for the success of the group
• Collaborates with others to improve quality and address needs

Innovation

Interpersonal Abilities/Personal Characteristics

• Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect
• Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner
• Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses
• Uses sound judgment
• Self-motivated
• Organizes and maintains work environment to allow for maximum productivity

Communication

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 the information stated on the application will be used for consideration.

Language:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

• Experience in case management and patient education 
• Knowledge of hepatitis B and perinatal care

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Full-time position with standard hours
• Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• May require occasional evenings or weekends based on program needs and public health events
• Local travel within Harris County required for outreach and provider engagement 

• Professional office and clinical setting within Harris County Public Health.
• Frequent collaboration with hospitals, clinics, and community healthcare providers.
• Standard office equipment used, including computers, phones, and filing systems.
• May require travel within Harris County for site visits, provider training, and community outreach.  

• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer work.
• Occasional lifting of up to twenty-five (25) pounds for transporting program materials.
• Standing and walking required during training sessions, community outreach, and site visits.
• Must be able to travel locally for healthcare facility visits and meetings.

Location: 

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.