District PH Nursing and Clinical Director

Description

Pay Grade: O

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Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

What We Offer. As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• 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 the people of Georgia.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a 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 yourself.

Job Responsibilities

Under the broad supervision of the District Health Director, this position manages and administers nursing and clinical services across the public health district. Responsibilities include:

• Leading a district-wide system of public health nursing orientation, training, and education across all programs; assessing the present and potential health needs of communities; and revising district nursing goals, policies, protocols, and procedures.

• Develops and implements new processes and policies as needed, oversees the effective management of service delivery, and directs subordinate supervisors and staff in managing large numbers of agency personnel.

• Administering and evaluating district clinical services, developing program objectives, allocating resources to address identified needs, and ensuring effective operations.

• Builds and maintains partnerships with schools of nursing across the district and coordinates educational opportunities.

• Serves as the district’s HIPAA Compliance Officer.

• Coordinates district-wide nursing leadership in emergency preparedness, oversees the Office of Administrative Support and the district Call Center.

• Participates as a key member of the Southeast Health District Executive Management Team, contributing to strategic planning, leadership, and continuous improvement of public health programs across the district.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and seven (7) years of nursing experience, which includes three (3) years in a managerial or supervisory role and current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level PH Manager 1 (HCM080) or position equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing, Public Health, Health Administration, or a related field, with additional years of supervisory or management experience in public health nursing.

• Strong leadership skills in managing multidisciplinary teams and district-wide programs are desired, along with experience developing and evaluating nursing policies, clinical service delivery systems, and staff training initiatives.

• Should demonstrate excellent communication and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to contribute effectively to executive-level planning and decision-making.

Additional Information

The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.

The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application 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.

BENEFITS

Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.