Communicable Disease Nurse

To be considered for this position, please attach a cover letter and resume to your application.

This posting is continuous. There are multiple vacancies and the position may close at any time when the vacancies have been filled.

The Larimer County Department of Health and Environment is seeking a Communicable Disease Nurse to perform disease and outbreak investigations and support our Senior Public Health Nurse and Medical Assistant in our Tuberculosis program.

• Perform detailed case investigations for reportable enteric and vaccine‑preventable diseases.
• Lead outbreak response and containment in high‑risk settings such as schools, childcare centers, and long‑term care facilities.
• Coordinate comprehensive care for patients with active TB disease and latent TB infection, including medication monitoring, side effect assessment, home visits, and treatment completion.
• Provide hands‑on clinical services: administer post‑exposure prophylaxis and vaccines, and collect biological specimens for diagnostic testing.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records of investigations and clinical encounters, entering data into state surveillance systems to track community health trends.

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Licensed to practice as a registered nurse (RN) in the State of Colorado.
• One year of experience providing health services as a registered nurse.
• CPR and First Aid certifications by date of hire.
• Valid driver’s license by date of hire.
• Knowledge of disease processes, investigative interviewing techniques, infection control in congregate settings, clinical proficiency in specimen collection and immunization standards, TB case management expertise, and risk communication.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) depending on the medical plan
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

The Department of Health and Environment requires vaccination. Successful candidates will be required to comply with the vaccine requirements or request a waiver.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.