Perinatal Health Nurse-Home visiting program in Bryan, Camden and Long County
About The Position
This position is part of a home visiting program focused on perinatal health in Bryan, Camden, and Long County. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency dedicated to protecting lives and promoting healthy lifestyles across the state. We focus on preventing disease, injury, and disability, promoting health and well-being, and preparing Georgia for disaster response. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group dedicated to making an impact. You will contribute to protecting the lives of Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits. This role offers the opportunity to build a career where it matters, work with a dynamic and diverse team, achieve career longevity through continuous learning and development, and engage in a hands-on working culture. All Coastal Health District County Health Department employees are considered essential and may be called upon to participate in emergency events, which is a job requirement.
Requirements
- Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
- Completion of a PHN course within one (1) year of hire.
- Current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license.
- CPR certification.
- Valid driver's license.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in home care and/or medical case management.
- Experience with Newborn and/or Pediatric populations.
- Bilingual in Spanish.
- One year of Labor & Delivery experience.
- One year working in a prenatal care clinic.
- One year experience working with moms and babies.
Responsibilities
- Conduct home visitation services for medically diagnosed high-risk pregnant, post-partum, and inter-conceptual women.
- Provide nurse case management, including referrals for support, education, and community resources.
- Conduct outreach to target populations to reduce disparities in birth outcomes.
- Provide general clinical support in the home.
- Communicate with healthcare providers regarding client status updates throughout the program.
Benefits
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Generous Leave Package-Educational Support Leave and 3 weeks each accrued Annual and Sick Leave
- Defined Benefit retirement plan
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Care Spending Account
- Dependent Care Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- AD&D Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Legal Insurance
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Specified Illness
- Deferred Compensation (401K & 457 Plans)
- A supportive and rewarding work environment
- Physical Activity Breaks
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
- Tuition Assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
