Mgr, Nurse

Georgia Department of Revenue•405 Turner County Health Department, GA

About The Position

The County Nurse Manager oversees daily nursing operations and delivery of public health services within an assigned county health department. The position provides clinical leadership, supervises nursing personnel, coordinates patient care, and ensures compliance with Georgia Department of Public Health policies, procedures, and applicable healthcare regulations. The manager promotes quality patient care, monitors staff performance, manages clinical resources, and collaborates with district leadership to support public health initiatives and improve community health outcomes. The role is with the Georgia Department of Public Health, whose mission is to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles throughout Georgia by preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters. The selected candidate may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check. Relocation assistance is not provided. In an identified emergency, the employee may be required to assist with the department’s emergency responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and four years of experience as a Registered Nurse, including two years in an administrative or supervisory capacity, and a current Georgia license as a Registered Professional Nurse; or eight years of experience at the Registered Nurse level or equivalent, including two years in an environment related to the area of assignment, three years as a supervisor, and a current Georgia license as a Registered Professional Nurse.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily nursing operations and clinical services within the county health department.
Supervise, train, evaluate, and provide leadership to nursing personnel and assigned staff.
Ensure compliance with Georgia Department of Public Health policies, clinical protocols, and applicable regulations.
Coordinate and monitor the delivery of quality public health nursing services and patient care.
Manage staff scheduling, workload distribution, and clinical coverage to ensure efficient operations.
Monitor clinical performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement quality assurance initiatives.
Oversee immunization, communicable disease prevention, family planning, and other assigned public health programs.
Maintain accurate patient records, clinical documentation, and required program reports.
Manage clinical supplies, equipment, and resources to support operational needs.
Collaborate with district leadership, healthcare providers, and community partners to promote public health initiatives and improve health outcomes.