The Callaway County Health Department is seeking a dedicated and motivated Public Health Nurse specializing in Communicable Disease. This position is responsible for investigating, monitoring, and controlling the spread of infectious diseases within the community. The ideal candidate will promote public health through education, case management, surveillance, and collaboration with local, state, and healthcare partners.
This role requires strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently while supporting broader public health initiatives.
The starting salary range for this position is $50,000 - $65,000 annually (or $24.04 - $31.25 per hour) and it comes with a full benefits package, including free health insurance, paid vacation/sick/holiday leave, two retirement programs, free life insurance policies, and much more.
The normal business hours for this position is Monday through Friday from 8:00am - 4:30pm, with weekends and holidays off. However, there may be some events throughout the year that would require working outside of normal business hours.
Callaway County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary Range: $50000.00 - $65000.00 per year
Annual Base Salary Based on Experience
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Hands on Training
Mon-Fri Schedule
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Conduct communicable disease investigations, including case interviews and contact tracing
Coordinate follow-up and monitoring of reportable diseases in accordance with state and local guidelines
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of cases and investigations
Educate patients, families, and the community on disease prevention and control measures
Collaborate with healthcare providers, schools, and community partners to manage disease outbreaks
Provide vaccination and immunization guidance as needed
Participate in outbreak response efforts, including after-hours response when necessary
Ensure compliance with state reporting requirements and public health regulations
Assist with health education initiatives and community outreach programs
Skills and Abilities:
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations
High level of professionalism and confidentiality
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple public health investigations simultaneously
Competence in electronic health records and reporting systems
Work Environment:
This position operates in both office and community settings. The role may require field work, home visits, or response during communicable disease outbreaks. Exposure to infectious diseases is possible; appropriate safety protocols and equipment will be provided.
Minimum Qualifications:
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) may be considered with extensive communicable disease, public health, or related clinical experience
Strong understanding of infection control principles and disease prevention
Valid drivers license and ability to travel within the county as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience in public health nursing, epidemiology, infection control, or acute care
Experience with disease investigation, contact tracing, and case management
Familiarity with Missouri communicable disease reporting systems and protocols
Strong organizational and documentation skills
IF YOU CLICK TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, YOU WILL BE EMAILED AN APPLICATION. YOU MUST COMPLETE AN APPLICATION IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.