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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for central district health in the United States is $65,952.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,000.00 and $75,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectCentral District HealthPublic Health Nurse
Required CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, public health certificationRN license, public health certification, possibly BSN or higher
Work EnvironmentPublic health departments, clinics, community outreachCommunity clinics, health departments, schools, outreach programs
Employer & IndustryLocal health departments, government agenciesPublic health agencies, hospitals, community organizations
Common Search & ComparisonPublic health roles, health department jobsPublic health nursing, community health nursing

Central District Health and Public Health Nurse roles both require RN licensure and focus on community health. While Central District Health is a broader organization overseeing various public health initiatives, Public Health Nurses are specific professionals providing direct care and health education within these programs. The roles often overlap, but the main difference lies in organizational scope versus individual responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Central District Health job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,952 per year, or $31.7 per hour.

Disease Surveillance Coordinator

East-Central District Health Department

Columbus, NE • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:
East Central District Health Department is hiring a Disease Surveillance Coordinator to support communicable disease surveillance, case investigations, outbreak response, public health reporting, and data management.
This position works with healthcare providers, laboratories, schools, long-term care facilities, and Nebraska DHHS to help monitor disease trends and protect community health.
This is an in-office position based in Columbus, Nebraska. Remote work is not available.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
  • Monitor and investigate reportable communicable diseases
  • Review and manage disease reports through NEDSS and other systems
  • Conduct case investigations, interviews, exposure assessments, and contact tracing
  • Maintain accurate case records in state and local surveillance systems
  • Provide disease control education to individuals, providers, schools, and community partners
  • Assist with outbreak investigations and emerging public health threats
  • Participate in public health emergency preparedness and response activities
  • Support public health reporting, performance management, and accreditation efforts
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Nursing, Health Sciences, Community Health, or a related field
  • One year of experience in public health, healthcare, disease surveillance, epidemiology, or a related field
  • Relevant internship, practicum, or field experience may be considered.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
  • Master of Public Health, or related degree
  • Experience with communicable disease investigations
  • Experience using NEDSS, NESIIS, REDCap, or similar systems
  • Registered Nurse licensure
  • Bilingual English/Spanish skills
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Prolonged periods of sitting may be required.
  • Occasional bending, lifting, stooping, and stretching.
  • Normal hearing and vision required.
  • Ability to maintain eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to operate office equipment (e.g., computer keyboard, telephone, photocopier, calculator).
  • Ability to lift up to 35 pounds as needed.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER:
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related requirements and to perform other job-related duties requested by East Central District Health Department/Good Neighbor Community Health Center in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.
FTCA liability protection for medical malpractice is afforded to covered individuals by virtue of their working relationship with GNCHC, a FTCA covered entity when they are performing covered activities.
I have read and understand the duties and responsibilities for which I am responsible. The duties, responsibilities and minimum requirements have been reviewed with me and I have received a copy.

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