County Nurse Manager ( Jones County)- Internal Applicants Only

Internal Applicants Only

Pay Grade: N

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Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.
What We Offer.As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

Under limited supervision, the County Nurse manager, manages programs, staff, clinical services, and fiscal processes of a local public health department. Identifies community partners, providers and agencies and develops relationships to further public health efforts in the community.

Hires supervises and evaluates clinical and clerical staff.

• Ensures required orientation and ongoing training requirements are met.
• Provides educational opportunities that enhance staff skills and knowledge.
• Oversees the provision of training for health profession students from local colleges and universities.
• Ensures staff follows programmatic guidelines and regulations for all programs.
• Creates a climate of respect, teamwork, and inclusion.

• Uses community health, population, and epidemiologic data, the Community Health Improvement Plan, and District Strategic Plan to develop a strategic plan for county programs and services.
• Participates in community organizations and develops partnerships to advance the services and programs of the Health Department.
• Compiles and submits data and reports monthly and upon request by the district or state.
• Participates in the development and revision of guidelines, policies, and procedures.

• Oversees implementation of customer satisfaction surveys and responds to complaints.
• Participates in QI projects.
• Oversees auditing and chart review processes.

• Evaluates supply, equipment, medical and facility needs, and plan resources accordingly.

• Plans and implements community education outreach activities including but not limited to health fairs and presentations to community groups.

• Demonstrates knowledge of and exercises good judgment in the execution of patient care protocols.
• Orders appropriate lab work, pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments and administers medications and vaccines in accordance with protocol.
• Provides patient education and make appropriate referrals.
• Documents care in a thorough, appropriate manner in the EMR.

• Participates in Nurse Manager meetings and contributes to District program goals and objectives.
• Briefs the Board of Health on clinic operations and facilitates communication between the District and BOH.

• Participates in emergency preparedness planning and response activities.

• Communicates facility needs (including but not limited to painting, landscape, and repairs) to the BOH and appropriate county authority.
• Ensures fire safety requirements are met including maintenance of fire extinguishers, operation of lighted exit signs, and placement of room evacuation maps.
• Ensures sharps containers and other housekeeping procedures are followed according to the policy on precautions and management of exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens.

Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of nursing experience and completion of a PHN course within one year of hire and current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification; or two (2) years of experience at the lower-level PH Registered Nurse Spv (HCP193) or position equivalent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Public Health clinical or programmatic management. Federal or state budget management. Knowledge of Ga DPH Nurse protocols.

The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.

The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

BENEFITS

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.

Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees

Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.