Public Health Nursing Supervisor 1 (Sumter County)
About The Position
This position is based in Americus, GA and will function as a Public Health Nurse/County Nurse Manager in the Sumter County Health Department. This is Not a Remote position. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to 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. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
- Three (3) years of nursing experience
- Completion of a PHN course within one year of hire
- Current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license
- CPR certification
Nice To Haves
- Professional experience in public health nursing preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
- Two (2) years of PHN experience
- Current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license
- CPR certification
Responsibilities
- Plan for client level & population-based nursing services.
- Evaluate, compile, and submit data and reports by established deadlines.
- Evaluate supplies, equipment and medication needs and ensure adequate levels are maintained.
- Monitor clinic activity and modify schedule, as needed.
- Coordinate peer reviews and protocol signature pages, mock drills, and emergency vaccine storage plans, as needed.
- Order and approve requisitions for program supplies and medications / vaccines.
- Identify training needs of clinic staff and ensure training is provided.
- Identify new community collaborations and/or revenue resources, when applicable.
- Participate in the Nurse Manager meetings monthly/quarterly.
- Serve as patient advocate and refer patients to community partners or private physicians, when indicated.
- Within 2 years of hire, function as an expanded-role nurse to provide nursing care consistent with the patient’s level of need.
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Training opportunities
- Health insurance
- Employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS)
- Deferred compensation
- 13 paid holidays
- Vacation and sick leave
- Paid parental leave
- Dental
- Vision
- Long-term care
- Life insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
