County Nurse Manager (Tattnall)

Job Responsibilities Under limited supervision, provides advanced professional nursing services within a County Public Health Department. Delivers population-based nursing care and supports the daily operations of assigned clinical and public health programs in accordance with established nursing protocols and public health standards. Assesses client and community health needs; provides direct patient care; assists with coordination of clinical services; and collaborates with internal teams, external healthcare providers, and local government partners to ensure effective service delivery. Develops clinic schedules and supervises staff. Participates in emergency preparedness activities, including mass clinics and response efforts during declared public health emergencies. Work performed requires independent professional judgment, advanced clinical knowledge, and experience in public health nursing. Duties may include collection of COVID-19 and other infectious disease specimens using approved collection methods, as well as administration of vaccinations and additional clinical services related to declared public health emergencies, in accordance with established protocols. The Nurse Manager will oversee operations at two public health sites within Tattnall County, providing leadership and coordination of nursing and clinical services across both locations. This position requires a consistent on-site presence at the Glennville location every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and at the Reidsville location every Tuesday and Thursday. Minimum Qualifications Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and three (3) 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; or two (2) years of experience at the lower-level PH Registered Nurse Spv (HCP193) or position equivalent. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Preference given to candidates with experience in public health nursing, immunization services, infectious disease testing, specimen collection, and emergency response activities. Experience working in a public health or community healthcare setting and familiarity with clinical protocols, electronic health records, and documentation standards are also preferred. CLICK HERE TO APPLY