Public Health Nursing Program Consultant, Level 1, 2 or 3

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Public Health Nursing Program Consultant, Level 1, 2 or 3

(Based on qualifications/experience)

Closing Date:November 28, 2024

Position Type: 1 Full-TimePosition

Location:Infectious Disease Program/Albany, Georgia Office 

Office may be located anywhere within our 14-county health district. 

Paygrade/Salary:L-$58,547.06, M-$66,168.17, N-$78,955.29 (Based on qualifications/experience)

Job Code(s): HCP 210, HCP211, HCP212

We offer: 13 paid holidays, Educational Support Leave, 3 wks. accrual of Annual Leave & 3 wks. accrual of Sick Leave. A defined benefit retirement plan, plus (employer matched) 401(k) plan. Health and Flexible Benefits (Dental, Vision, Legal, Long-Term Care, Dependent Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability, and Spending Accounts. 

• Provides outstanding Customer Service 
• Maintains HIPAA standards related to Privacy and Security
• Provides related technical assistance and training within the district-wide TB program 
• Manages the planning and implementation of TB program-related activities
• Evaluates the TB program and activities for compliance with state and/or federal guidelines
• Acts as a lead worker on projects and/or programs
• May conduct presentations at schools, churches, organizations, etc., and may serve on community committees
• Responds to Public Health Emergencies

Master's degree in nursing, public health or related field from an accredited college or university AND One year of nursing experience AND current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license AND CPR certified OR Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university AND Three years of nursing experience AND current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license AND CPR certified. (Please mail or bring a copy of your College Transcript or Diploma to the Interview—you must have an official transcript prior to the start date). This position requires the ability to lift up to 45 lbs. and the ability to bend and reach up.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing, public health, or related field from an accredited college or university
• Previous employment with any state's Department of Public Health or a County Board of Health  
• Audit/QA experience
• Experience providing technical assistance and training
• One or more years of managerial experience
• Case Management experience
• Experience working with Tuberculosis patients

A State Merit Application for Employment must be received by this office no later than the deadline. Highlight any experience related to the Preferred Qualifications. This position may require driving company vehicles (Valid driver's license required) and working some evenings and weekends during special events such as health fairs and responding to disasters. Selected applicant must consent to a motor vehicle record assessment. Points should be less than 10 and/or not negatively impact insurance rates for the agency. Drug screen, criminal background check and immunization records may be required. If selected, male applicants between 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration. All information submitted is subject to verification.  

We are 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 necessarily 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.