Maternal DIS Nurse Clinician

Job Posting closes:
October 11th, 2026

Required documents uploaded by:
October 11th, 2026

• applicants from previous posting are still being considered and need not re-apply.

Our agency is led by Secretary Janet Stanek, who was appointed by Gov. Kelly in Dec 2021. KDHE is comprised of three divisions:
Public Health, Environment, and Health Care Finance (which includes the State’s Medicaid program, Kan Care). We are the only agency in the nation to have these three entities under one roof which allows us to take a holistic approach to improving and protecting the health and well-being of all Kansans.

Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form I-9 .

KDHE does not provide sponsor ships for this position.

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• Who can apply:
  External (Open to Anyone)
• Classified/Unclassified Service:
  Unclassified
• Full-Time/Part-Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Regular
• Work Schedule:
  
  Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (Flexible schedules available)
• Eligible to Receive Benefits:
  Yes
• Veterans' Preference Eligible:
  Yes
• Sponsorship: KDHE does not provide sponsorship for this position.

• Pay Range: ($32.06-$34.65)
• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Fitness Centers in select locations
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement And Deferred Compensation Programs

The position (K0236248) - Saline, KS

• Disease Intervention and Case Management:
• Perform confidential interviews with clients diagnosed with STIs to identify and notify partners, prevent reinfection, and interrupt transmission chains.
• Conduct STI, HIV, and Hepatitis screenings through the collection of blood and urine specimens in both clinical and field settings. Ensure all specimens are handled, labeled, and transported in compliance with established protocols and biosafety standards.
• Lead case management for complex STI cases, including congenital syphilis, HIV, and high-priority outbreaks.
• Clinicians will facilitate referrals and coordinate linkages to appropriate services, including but not limited to reproductive health, prenatal care, substance use treatment, mental health services, and housing or legal assistance.
• Collaborate with epidemiologists, laboratories, and providers to ensure accurate and timely reporting, investigation, and follow-up of communicable diseases.
• Participate in field investigations and community outreach activities as needed, including home visits and mobile clinic support.
• Prepares and presents timely updates to supervisors and program leadership as requested on investigative outcomes, emerging local trends, identified service gaps, and potential issues revealed through data analysis.
• Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
• Maternal and STI Clinical Services:
• Clinicians are responsible for completing clinical follow-up activities, including third trimester and at-birth STI testing in accordance with CDC recommendations.
• Clinicians will perform routine follow-up on cases throughout the course of pregnancy and, when indicated, ensure the completion of treatment for congenital syphilis.
• Provide client-centered, trauma-informed care to individuals at risk for or affected by STIs, with a focus on pregnant, postpartum, and reproductive-age clients.
• Conduct comprehensive sexual and reproductive health assessments, testing, treatment, and education, ensuring care aligns with CDC and jurisdictional guidelines.
• Monitor and manage STI cases in pregnant individuals to prevent adverse outcomes including congenital infections.
• Clinicians will interpret laboratory results and clinical data to inform public health interventions and develop appropriate treatment plans,…