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County Nurse Manager

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This is a full time, full benefit eligible position, located in Ben Hill County, GA.

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. Full time employees will enjoy a generous benefits package that includes unique training opportunities, engaging worksite wellness events, wellness breaks, employee retirement plan, 13 paid holidays per year, vacation and sick leave, health insurance, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance. Part time positions are not benefit eligible. For more information on the State of Georgia Benefits visit http://team.georgia.gov/

Requirements

Manages, plans, organizes, and directs all nursing activities in assigned facility. Responsible for the quality of nursing care.  Directs subordinate supervisors and staff.

Additional Duties:
  • Manage daily operations within county health department
  • Collaborate with community partners, state agencies, and stakeholders to identify needs and improve health access
  • Developing and implementing standards and policies for our clinic while also monitoring staff adherence to district/state policies and procedures
  • Assist in the onboarding process for new hires, offering guidance and mentorship to help them acclimate quickly to their roles
  • Planning, assigning, and reviewing the work of professional and support staff, ensuring high-quality service by completing performance evaluations
  • Monitor budget - ensuring cost-efficient operations without compromising care quality
  • Advocate for staff and act as liaison between staff and leadership
  • Providing support during emergency situations by assisting with disaster response efforts and coordinating healthcare resources
  • Fostering a positive work environment and maintaining good morale among staff
  • Providing guidance to staff nurses in complex patient scenarios
  • Strategically aligning clinic goals with district goals

Qualifications

Master's degree in nursing, nursing administration, public health or directly related field from an accredited college or university AND One year in an administrative or supervisory capacity AND current Georgia license as a Registered Professional Nurse OR Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university AND Four years of experience as Registered Nurse, Two years of which in an administrative or supervisory capacity AND current Georgia license as a Registered Professional Nurse OR Eight years of experience as a Registered Nurse, Two years of which in an environment related to the area of assignment, Three years of which as a supervisor AND current Georgia license as a Registered Professional Nurse.

Preferred Qualifications: 2 years or more of Public Health experience and functioning off Public Health Nurse Protocols as expanded role nurse.
Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and  leaders encourages 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 credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. 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.

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.

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.

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 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.
Date Posted
06/23/2026
Job Reference
2026-00705
Organization
District 8-1 County Position
Location
Ben Hill County, GA
Category
Nursing
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