County Nurse Manager - McDuffie

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This position is in Thomson, GA and does not offer relocation assistance. Must be within a reasonable commuting distance. If relocating to the area, please specify on the application.

As a County Nurse Manager - McDuffie within East Central Public Health District, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

Starting Salary

RN - $65,447.55 - $80,000.00

APRN - $90,000.00 - $102,450.60

Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• 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 Georgia Residents
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – 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 you

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, employee retirement plan, 14 paid holidays, 401K, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.

Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30-minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

RN: Plans, organizes, and directs all nursing activities in assigned facility.
Responsible for the quality of nursing care delivered in hospitals, public health facilities, and community-based programs.
Directs subordinate managers and staff.
Provides clinical services under nurse protocols, including complete physicals, treatments, and
counseling.
Responsible for understanding and supervising the business office, including billing,
check-in/out, and other business office duties.

APRN: Plans, organizes, and directs all nursing activities in assigned facility.
Responsible for the quality of nursing care delivered in hospitals, public health facilities, and community-based programs.
Directs subordinate managers and staff.
Under supervision of a senior APRN, performs advanced nursing functions and healthcare services
in specialized areas.
Operates under a written nurse protocol agreement with their delegating physician, conducts complete physicals, provides treatment, and counsels clients.
May prescribe medication in some cases.
Responsible for understanding and supervising the business office, including billing,
check-in/out, and other business office duties.

RN: Master's degree in nursing, nursing administration, public health or directly related
field from an accredited college or university
AND Four years in an administrative or supervisory capacity AND current Georgia
license as a Registered Professional Nurse OR bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited
college or university AND Five years of experience as a Registered Nurse, Three years of
which in an administrative or supervisory capacity AND current Georgia license as a Registered Professional Nurse OR Eight years of experience as a Registered Nurse, two years of which in an environment related to the area of assignment, Six years of which as a supervisor AND current Georgia license as a Registered Professional Nurse.

You will need to upload a copy of your nursing licenses and CPR card / certificate

APRN: Doctorate or master's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and/or other education requirements approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing AND certification in the specialty
area(s) approved by Georgia Board of Nursing AND Georgia license as a Registered Professional
Nurse AND Georgia license as an APRN AND CPR certification

Specific Qualifications/Experience Desired:
Public Health experience preferred.
Experience and/or knowledge of practice management functions (patient registration, scheduling, billing, coding, etc.) preferred.
APRNs experience with LARC placement, including IUDs and implants.

Employment Information

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.

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

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

If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: 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 necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection 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.