Overview

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

Job Responsibilities:

The Northeast Health District’s Specialty Care Clinic is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to provide professional nursing and clinical care services in accordance with nurse protocols for clients with HIV/AIDS. The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience working with culturally diverse and/or vulnerable populations, including sexual minorities and persons who have mental health or substance misuse disorders. The Specialty Care Clinic is the primary provider of Ryan White services for patients across the Northeast Health District’s 10 counties: Barrow, Clarke, Elbert, Greene, Jackson, Madison, Morgan, Oconee, Oglethorpe, and Walton. The position is based in Athens, GA and does not offer relocation assistance. Must be within a reasonable commuting distance. If relocating to Athens, GA, please specify on the application.

Job Summary / Duties:

Under general supervision, this expanded role Public Health Nurse (PHN) works on a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for coordinating and providing assessment, planning, implementation, and related clinical services in a primary care outpatient setting for clients who have HIV/AIDS and other associated health conditions. This position plays an essential role supporting clients through the HIV Care Continuum, utilizing outreach and harm reduction principles and practices to engage and retain clients in care to achieve long-term viral suppression.
General duties include but are not limited to:

  • Fulfill nurse protocol training requirements in HIV, STD, Immunization, and other relevant areas to function as an expanded role PHN.
  • Provide direct nursing care including physical assessments, education, treatment, and develop and document a plan of care consistent with the clients’ level of need.
  • Screen and refer clients to other community services providers as needed. Assist with referrals and follow-up treatment planning as indicated.
  • Provide sexual health promotion and prevention education, including counseling clients and family regarding the importance of medication adherence for viral suppression.
  • Participate in staff meetings and assist with developing and implementing quality improvement projects as needed.
  • Maintain accurate medical records, assist with data entry and quality assurance monitoring such as internal chart audits and grant reporting.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university AND One year of nursing experience AND current Georgia license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse AND CPR certification

OR 

Associate’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university AND Two 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.

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About Georgia Department of Public Health

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The Georgia Department of Public Health commissioner and leaders encourage 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.

Employment Information

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

DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE). 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.

 

Relocation assistance is not provided.

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 you request to DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov by the closing date of this announcement.

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

ADA Statement

The Georgia Department of Public Health is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities.  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.

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. 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.

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