Texas Department of State Health Services
Location: Austin, TX, 78753
Agency: Dept of State Health Services
Department: STD Public Health Follow-up
Posting Number: 9256
Closing Date: 03/12/2026
Salary: $5,425.33 - $7,155.75 per month
Shift: Day
Telework: Not Eligible
Travel: Up to 20%
Full Time
Brief Job Description The Nurse Consultant performs highly advanced professional and administrative functions. The work involves: 1) determining health care service requirements for persons infected with (or at risk for) sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV, statewide; 2) planning, developing, coordinating and assisting in the implementation of STD service delivery systems statewide; 3) monitoring the performance of local agencies that deliver these services; and 4) assisting in the evaluation of these services. Under the general direction of the Public Health Follow-Up Team Manager, the Nurse Consultant works with extensive latitude and is expected to use initiative and independent judgment.
Essential Job Functions Plans, develops, implements, coordinates, and evaluates the service delivery programs of state funded grantees and subcontractors statewide that provide clinical services to persons infected with (or at risk for) sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV, and their families/significant others.
Activities Include
Conduct annual and follow-up quality assurance reviews of funded Infertility Prevention Projects (IPP) and Syphilis Elimination Projects (SEP) as directed by supervisor.
Analyze statistical studies and reports on STD infection to evaluate the STD burden of disease and effectiveness of preventive efforts within local communities.
Locate and evaluate research findings on STD health service delivery models and apply them to initiate new and/or improve existing STD services statewide.
Conduct extensive medical record reviews of clients served by grantees and subcontractors to evaluate compliance with professional standards of care, HIV/STD policies and procedures, and to evaluate the quality of contracted clinical STD services. Use the computer to prepare correspondence and written reports. (40%)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Public health policies, structure and functions of public health organizations
Current trends in public health
Nurse Practice Act and laws governing public health
Universal precautions
Contract development process, including budgets, objectives and workplans
Local, state, and federal laws relating to HIV/STD/HCV
Grant application and review process
Customer service philosophy and ability to provide customer‑friendly services to agencies and the public
Cultural competency issues and methodologies
Research methods for developing assessment tools, curricula, and program evaluation
Principles of public health and program planning
Quality assurance and improvement techniques
Using the computer to prepare documents and reports
Problem solving
Monitoring and evaluating health care programs
Effective oral and written communication with culturally and professionally diverse audiences
Business English grammar and professional/business writing style
Organizing and writing reports using business English grammar
Conducting program oversight and evaluation
Using internet, MS Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and other computer applications
Developing and maintaining effective working relationships across organizational lines
Ability To
Function without direct supervision
Communicate clearly both verbally and in writing
Licensure Requirements
Must be licensed as a registered nurse by the State of Texas or a state that recognizes reciprocity through the Nurse Licensure Compact.
Initial Screening Criteria
Experience in nursing work.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with major coursework in nursing or from an accredited nursing education program as required for licensure.
ADA Accommodations In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on‑line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1‑888‑894‑4747 or via email at
HHSServiceCenter.Applications@ngahrhosting.com .
Salary Information, Pre‑Employment Checks & Work Eligibility
The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
DSHS uses E‑Verify. You must bring your I‑9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I‑9 form.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Government Administration (Industry)
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Brief Job Description The Nurse Consultant performs highly advanced professional and administrative functions. The work involves: 1) determining health care service requirements for persons infected with (or at risk for) sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV, statewide; 2) planning, developing, coordinating and assisting in the implementation of STD service delivery systems statewide; 3) monitoring the performance of local agencies that deliver these services; and 4) assisting in the evaluation of these services. Under the general direction of the Public Health Follow-Up Team Manager, the Nurse Consultant works with extensive latitude and is expected to use initiative and independent judgment.
Essential Job Functions Plans, develops, implements, coordinates, and evaluates the service delivery programs of state funded grantees and subcontractors statewide that provide clinical services to persons infected with (or at risk for) sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV, and their families/significant others.
Activities Include
Conduct annual and follow-up quality assurance reviews of funded Infertility Prevention Projects (IPP) and Syphilis Elimination Projects (SEP) as directed by supervisor.
Analyze statistical studies and reports on STD infection to evaluate the STD burden of disease and effectiveness of preventive efforts within local communities.
Locate and evaluate research findings on STD health service delivery models and apply them to initiate new and/or improve existing STD services statewide.
Conduct extensive medical record reviews of clients served by grantees and subcontractors to evaluate compliance with professional standards of care, HIV/STD policies and procedures, and to evaluate the quality of contracted clinical STD services. Use the computer to prepare correspondence and written reports. (40%)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Public health policies, structure and functions of public health organizations
Current trends in public health
Nurse Practice Act and laws governing public health
Universal precautions
Contract development process, including budgets, objectives and workplans
Local, state, and federal laws relating to HIV/STD/HCV
Grant application and review process
Customer service philosophy and ability to provide customer‑friendly services to agencies and the public
Cultural competency issues and methodologies
Research methods for developing assessment tools, curricula, and program evaluation
Principles of public health and program planning
Quality assurance and improvement techniques
Using the computer to prepare documents and reports
Problem solving
Monitoring and evaluating health care programs
Effective oral and written communication with culturally and professionally diverse audiences
Business English grammar and professional/business writing style
Organizing and writing reports using business English grammar
Conducting program oversight and evaluation
Using internet, MS Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and other computer applications
Developing and maintaining effective working relationships across organizational lines
Ability To
Function without direct supervision
Communicate clearly both verbally and in writing
Licensure Requirements
Must be licensed as a registered nurse by the State of Texas or a state that recognizes reciprocity through the Nurse Licensure Compact.
Initial Screening Criteria
Experience in nursing work.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with major coursework in nursing or from an accredited nursing education program as required for licensure.
ADA Accommodations In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on‑line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1‑888‑894‑4747 or via email at
HHSServiceCenter.Applications@ngahrhosting.com .
Salary Information, Pre‑Employment Checks & Work Eligibility
The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
DSHS uses E‑Verify. You must bring your I‑9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I‑9 form.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Government Administration (Industry)
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