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Public Health Tuberculosis LPN - Jackson County Health Department - (Mon-Fri, 8a-4:30p)

University Health
Posted a month ago, valid for 17 days
Location

McKee, KY 40447, US

Salary

$45,000 - $54,000 per year

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Public Health Tuberculosis LPN position at the Jackson County Health Department requires a full-time commitment of 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • The role focuses on preventing, identifying, treating, and controlling tuberculosis, involving direct patient care, case management, and community education.
  • Candidates must have graduated from an accredited practical or vocational nursing program and hold a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Missouri, along with current BCLS certification.
  • Preferred qualifications include three or more years of nursing experience, state-approved IV Therapy certification, and familiarity with public health data systems.
  • The salary for this position is not explicitly stated, but candidates with significant experience in TB case management may be favored.

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Public Health Tuberculosis LPN - Jackson County Health Department - (Mon-Fri, 8a-4:30p)

101 Truman Medical Center

Job Location

Jackson County Health Department

Independence, Missouri

Department

JCHD Health Services

Position Type

Full time

Work Schedule

Hours Per Week

40

Job Description

In the Public Health Tuberculosis (TB) role, the LPN plays a critical part in preventing, identifying, treating, and controlling tuberculosis in Jackson County. This includes direct patient care, case management support, community education, and collaboration with healthcare providers, labs, and community partners—following DHSS and CDC guidelines. This position may also support immunization clinics and community-based services.

What You’ll Do

  • Collect patient data and perform follow-up assessments after RN evaluation

  • Assist RNs with implementing care plans and patient education

  • Administer medications and treatments within scope of practice

  • Support TB prevention and treatment efforts through case management and education

  • Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives

  • Provide culturally responsive, age-appropriate care

  • Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with regulations

  • Adapt to clinic, community, and home-based settings (including stair climbing and lifting up to 50 lbs)

  • Use appropriate PPE, including respirators, when required

Minimum Requirements

  • Graduation from an accredited practical or vocational nursing program

  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Missouri

  • Current BCLS certification

Preferred Qualifications

  • State-approved IV Therapy certification

  • Three or more years of nursing experience

  • LPN with TB case management experience   

  • Knowledge and experience in epidemiology principles and application  

  • Experience with public health data and reporting systems such as ShowMeCare, Right Fax, X-Sentinel, Acrobat 2020, and State Public Health Lab systems (OpenELIS)

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re an LPN who wants to combine hands-on nursing with meaningful public health impact, we’d love to have you on our team—apply today!




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