About this opportunity
Georgia Department of Public Health lists this PH County Nurse Manager opportunity in hartwell, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
Hart County Health Department-64 Reynolds St, Hartwell, GA 30643, USA.
Position Number:
Vacancies: 1
Pay Grade: N
Recruitment: This position is open to all qualified applicants.
Under limited supervision, 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.
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.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
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
Supervise, guides &/or instructs work assignments to subordinate staff.
Assist DND with training of new nurses
Execute Protocol Training
Oversee Quality Assurance activities in the Health Departments
Oversee CLIA lab audits
Coordinate coverage of nurses during Public Health emergencies
Coordinate outreach events
Be responsible for Quality Assurance activities in the Health Departments
Oversee lab processes
Coordinate coverage of nurses during Public Health emergencies
Coordinate outreach events
Knows vaccine schedules for children and adults
Gives correct needed vaccines to children and adults
Gives vaccines needed for school attendance along with correct certifications
Conducts audits for school and day cares
Conducts scoliosis screenings for schools
Conducts hearing/vision/dental screenings needed for school attendance
Cross-trains to TB, Child Health, Family Planning and IDC clinics
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
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
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university
Superior interpersonal skills
Ability to work efficiently under established clinic protocols
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively with clients
Self-directed
Ability to complete tasks without detailed supervision
Excellent computer skills
Experience vaccinating all age groups
Ability to read, write and speak Spanish
Wellness & Security
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.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal records check (fingerprinting). In accordance with Georgia's Drug Free Workplace Act, it has been determined that certain positions warrant pre-employment drug testing.
As an employee of D2PH, 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.
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Worksite address
hartwell, GA, 30643, US
Who can apply
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