Maricopa County·Phoenix, Arizona
Manage day-to-day care for patients with active or latent tuberculosis, including medication administration and directly observed therapy. Maintain accurate medical records and coordinate lab collections and results review.
Posting Date: 07/15/26
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.
Job Type: Contractor with Benefits
Are you ready to join a team of innovative individuals passionate about making a difference in patients' lives? Look no further and apply to the Registered Nurse TB Case Manager role today!
As the Registered Nurse TB Case Manager, you will play a key role in managing the care of patients diagnosed with and undergoing treatment for active TB disease and/or latent TB infection.
Some of our benefits include continuous training, tuition reimbursement, and a state retirement plan.
Come work for Maricopa County Department of Public Health, the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.!
MCDPH’s mission is to increase the quality of life for our residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies, programs, and services addressing the emerging and changing needs of public health.
We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on impact and a data-driven approach to our work.
We value our staff's unique skills and differences, as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent.
Together, we are working towards our vision of creating a healthy, thriving Maricopa County for all.
Job Contributions
Manage day-to-day case management of patients being treated for active and/or latent tuberculosis, including medication administration, directly observed therapy, treatment plans and guidelines, patient incentives, and treatment completion
Complete accurate and complete medical record documentation, as well as submission of local, state, and/or federal TB control-related forms as they relate to case management responsibilities
Knowledge of and ongoing education on tuberculosis infection, disease, and medications, including the epidemiological process and frequent comorbidities
Skillfully interact and communicate with patients and their families to enhance education of the disease process and motivation to ensure compliance with the plan of care
Collects all labs, including blood, sputa, and urine, as well as processing and reviewing results
Provides oversight of Directly Observed Therapy (DOT), Directly Observed Preventive Therapy (DOPT), and refill activities
Working Conditions
Work will occur in an office and field environment and may be subjected to extreme temperatures, wetness, humidity, respiratory hazards, noise, vibration, noxious odors, fumes, dust, mists, gases, poor ventilation, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, and other related conditions and situations
Ability to exert up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, and requires walking/standing to a significant degree
Must secure and maintain an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card and complete a background check
Annual tuberculosis testing will be required and will be provided to all employees working with this population
Valid Arizona driver’s license upon hire
Within one month of hire, all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria), Varicella (chickenpox), and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis test
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov [MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov?subject=ADA%20Accommodations] to initiate the interactive process.
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Requires a valid Arizona RN license and at least two years of experience in community, public health, or infectious disease settings. Must possess a valid driver's license and obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Market context
Arizona nursing roles are often competitive in psychiatric inpatient and geriatric med/surg settings, where employers look for current licensure, CPR or BLS certification, and a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance card. Experience in behavioral health or geriatric care can strengthen an application. This platform’s job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review details faster before applying. If you are interested, confirm your Arizona license and clearance status first.