Clinical Nurse Manager

Description

Pay Grade: N

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Who we are. 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. 

What we offer. 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, so you can:

• 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

Under limited supervision, the County Nurse manager, 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.  

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Hires, supervises, and evaluates clinical and clerical staff.

• Ensures required orientation and ongoing training requirements are met. 
• Provides educational opportunities that enhance staff skills and knowledge. 
• Oversees the provision of training for health profession students from local colleges and universities. 
• Ensures staff follow programmatic guidelines and regulations for all programs. 
• Creates a climate of respect, teamwork, and inclusion.

Plans, implements, and manages County Health Department programs and clinical services based on community health needs.

• Uses community health, population and epidemiologic data, the Community Health Improvement Plan and District Strategic plan to develop a strategic plan for county programs and services.
• Participates in community organizations and develops partnerships to advance the services and programs of the Health Department. 
• Compiles and submits data and reports on a monthly basis and upon request by the district or state. 
• Participates in the development and revision of guidelines, policies, and procedures. 

Ensures safe, quality services through Q/A and Q/I processes.  

• Oversees implementation of customer satisfaction surveys and responds to complaints.
• Participates in QI projects.
• Oversees auditing and chart review processes. 

Plans and monitors county health budgets in partnership with the lead business clerk and the District Business Office.   

• Evaluates supply, equipment, medical and facility needs and plans resources accordingly. 

Organizes, coordinates, and implements community health outreach including marketing services and public health education to increase community awareness of services and programs.

• Plans and implements community education outreach activities including but not limited to health fairs and presentations to community groups.

Provides direct patient care services as an expanded role nurse.

• Demonstrates knowledge of and exercises good judgment in the execution of patient care protocols.
• Orders appropriate lab work, pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments and administers medications and vaccines in accordance with protocol.
• Provides patient education and makes appropriate referrals.
• Documents care in a thorough, appropriate manner in the EMR.

Establishes and maintains internal and external partnerships and serves as the local public health contact for community agencies.

• Participates in Nurse Manager meetings and contributes to District program goals and objectives. 
• Briefs the Board of Health on clinic operations and facilitates communication between the District and BOH.

Oversees and participates in emergency preparedness efforts in partnership with District and local agencies and stakeholders.

• Participates in emergency preparedness planning and response activities.

Oversees the safety and esthetics of the Health Department facility

• Communicates facility needs (including but not limited to painting, landscape, and repairs) to the BOH and appropriate county authority.
• Ensures fire safety requirements are met including maintenance of fire extinguishers, operation of lighted exit signs and placement of room evacuation maps. 
• Ensures sharps containers and other housekeeping procedures are adhered to according to the policy on precautions and management of exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens.

Participates in District projects and committees upon request.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university AND Two years of PHN experience AND current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license AND CPR certification 
OR 
Associate's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university AND Three 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.

Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience in Public Health, managing multiple programs, quality assurance experience, developing community partnerships, managing professional clinical staff, and providing education to groups.

Additional Information

The Georgia Department of Public Health commissioner and leaders encourage 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.
  
Employment Information
  
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
  
DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE). DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
  
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
Relocation assistance is not provided.

As an employee of DPH, 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.
  
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

ADA Statement
The Georgia Department of Public Health is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities.  If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
  
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.