Pay Grade: M

• Implements, manages and evaluates the programs, clinical services, staffing, and budgets of the county health department.
• Assists in interviewing, hiring, training, supervising and evaluating clinical and administrative staff.
• Manages staffing schedules and assignments.
• Ensures required orientation and ongoing training requirements are met.
• Provides educational opportunities that enhance staff skills and knowledge.
• Oversees the provision of training for undergraduate and graduate health professions students, as assigned.
• Ensures staff follow programmatic guidelines and regulations for all programs.
• Assists the Clinical Nurse Manager in planning, implementing, and managing clinical services
• Participates in community organizations and develops partnerships to advance the services and programs of the MBCHD, in consultation with the MBCHD Administrator
• Compiles and submits data and/or reports upon request by the North Central Health District or DPH.
• Oversees auditing and chart review processes.
• Evaluates supply, equipment, medical and facility needs, and plans resources accordingly.
• Provides direct patient care services as an expanded role nurse in accordance with DPH protocols
• Participates in Nurse Manager meetings and contributes to District program goals and objectives.
• Oversees and participates in emergency preparedness efforts in partnership with District and local agencies and stake holders.
• Ensures sharps containers and other housekeeping procedures are adhered to according to the policy on precautions and management of exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens.

Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university AND Two years of PHN experience AND Current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license AND CPR certification OR Associate's degree/diploma in Nursing from an accredited college AND Three years of PHN experience AND Completion of a PHN course within one year of hire AND Current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license AND CPR certification.

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.

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.