Case Manager - Registered Nurse

Georgia Department of Revenue•Macon, GA

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About The Position

The Case Manager - Registered Nurse at the Macon-Bibb County Health Department provides comprehensive nursing case management to patients diagnosed with or at risk for tuberculosis, sexually transmitted diseases, and patients needing follow-up for breast and cervical cancer screening. The role coordinates care, monitors treatment adherence, facilitates access to healthcare services, and ensures timely follow-up. The nurse delivers direct patient care under Georgia Department of Public Health nurse protocols, assesses patients, develops individualized care plans, provides education, coordinates referrals, documents care, and collaborates with healthcare providers and community partners. The position also supports outreach, quality improvement, emergency preparedness, and public health initiatives.

Requirements

Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
One year of nursing experience, or one year of experience at the lower-level PH Registered Nurse 1 (HCP190) or equivalent position.
Completion of a PHN course within one year of hire.
Current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license.
CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
Knowledge of Georgia Department of Public Health nursing protocols.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing case management for patients diagnosed with or suspected of tuberculosis, including assessment, treatment monitoring, medication adherence, patient education, and support through completion of therapy.
Coordinate and monitor follow-up care for patients with sexually transmitted diseases and abnormal mammogram or Pap test results, including notification, referrals, treatment coordination, and follow-up.
Provide direct patient care in accordance with Georgia Department of Public Health nurse protocols.
Conduct patient assessments, develop and implement individualized care plans, monitor progress, coordinate referrals, and collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
Educate patients and families about diseases, treatment plans, medications, preventive health practices, community resources, and healthy lifestyle choices.
Maintain accurate and timely records in the electronic medical record and required public health reporting systems.
Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, public health reporting requirements, communicable disease protocols, and women's health program standards.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, community organizations, and external partners to coordinate care and support public health initiatives.
Participate in community outreach, health promotion, and public education activities.
Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement activities, including chart reviews, peer reviews, protocol development, strategic planning, and implementation of programs and services.
Participate in emergency preparedness planning, training, and response activities and complete required certifications and annual training.
Perform other assigned duties, including inventory management, report preparation, clinic support, and coordination of community outreach initiatives.