Regional Immunization Nurse Consultant

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Public Health Job Classification Title Nurse Consultant II (NS) Position Number 60040883 Grade MH17 About Us The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence. Description of Work The Regional Immunization Nurse Consultant provides advanced clinical support to the Immunization Branch by resolving complex immunization issues that require specialized nursing judgment. The position assists the Provider Clinical Services Unit Manager in planning, organizing, and managing clinical activities in alignment with North Carolina Board of Nursing rules and the state’s cooperative agreement with CDC. Working independently, the consultant delivers high‑level clinical guidance to Immunization Branch staff, the Epi Section, and external health care providers. This role functions as a clinician, educator, role model, and supervisor for field nursing staff within the Provider Clinical Services Unit. The position also conducts Vaccines for Children (VFC) site visits and evaluates program needs, nursing policies, and health‑related activities in both public and private health care settings. Key Duties Include: Conduct VFC site visits to medical provider offices to assess adherence to immunization program requirements and identify clinical needs. Evaluate nursing policies, program activities, and service delivery practices within local health departments and private provider settings. Provide advanced clinical consultation on complex immunization issues to Immunization Branch staff, the Epi Section, and external health care entities. Assist the Provider Clinical Services Unit Manager with planning, organizing, and managing clinical activities according to program guidelines and regulatory requirements. Supervise field nursing staff by offering clinical oversight, operational guidance, and performance support. Develop and implement interventions that address identified immunization needs and improve program effectiveness. Serve as a consultant and educator for hospitals, private practices, local health departments, and state agencies on sensitive immunization topics. Independently resolve minor clinical issues and elevate complex matters to appropriate branch leadership. Support immunization program operations by contributing specialized nursing expertise to clinical policy development and program decision‑making. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Grade Range: $66,696.00 - $110,049.00 Recruitment Range: $66,696.00 - 87,430.00 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Expert proficiency establishing and maintaining effective communication with physicians, healthcare personnel, patients, families, and partner agencies, demonstrated through sustained collaboration within immunization program operations. Advanced skill providing coaching and mentoring to clinical staff, supported by experience delivering structured guidance that strengthens understanding of Immunization Branch protocols and program requirements. Expert‑level application of nursing theory, public health principles, and North Carolina Board of Nursing rules, demonstrated through leading teams, delegating tasks, and developing training for new staff within clinical program environments. Demonstrated experience delivering consultation and advisory support to state and local agencies on vaccine‑preventable diseases, including planning and supporting staff in professional development activities. Strong capability providing organized and timely customer service to multidisciplinary staff and healthcare providers, demonstrated through coordinated responses, structured communication, and methodical follow‑through in clinical program settings. This Position Is 100% Federally Funded This Position Is Eligible For A Fully Remote Work Option Physical Requirements: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, or pull or otherwise move objects including the subject’s own body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and other sedentary criteria are met. About the NC Division of Public Health (DPH): The NC Division of Public Health works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina. Our entire statewide system of public health has dedicated professionals who carry out our mission every day through a wide range of essential and activities touching the lives of everyone in our state. About the Immunization Branch: The N.C. Immunization Branch is part of the Women and Children’s Health Section and promotes public health through the identification and elimination of vaccine‑preventable diseases like polio, hepatitis B, measles, chickenpox, whooping cough, rubella (German measles), and mumps. Compensation and Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre‑tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for State Benefits. Supplemental Contact Information: The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second‑chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice‑involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr