Registered Nurse - Perinatal Home Visiting Program

Under supervision, provides professional nursing care in accordance with nurse protocols, policies, and procedures, while playing a critical role in promoting maternal and child health, reducing disparities in birth outcomes, and supporting overall community wellness.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Focuses on the prevention of illness, injury, or disability, the promotion of health and maintenance of the health of populations.

• Cares for populations with special needs during disasters/emergencies and biological and chemical protocols.

• Provide home visiting services to identify, assess and provide care coordination services to eligible perinatal patients and qualifying infants.

• Coordinates program services with other service providers and community organizations to promote optimal implementation.

• Screen and refer clients to other community service providers.

• Monitoring participants according to program guidelines and providing education and materials that promote wellness, safety, and awareness of pregnancy and postpartum complications.

• Monitor for infant complications to include feeding, weight, head circumference, and developmental screening.

• Develop a plan of care for individuals and families, modify treatment plans as indicated by client’s responses and conditions.

• Provide referral/linkage when medical and environmental risks are identified to appropriate services. 

• Promote the program through community engagement and outreach events.

• Develop and sustain community partnerships

• Deliver case management and nursing care according to public health protocols.

• Perform physical assessments, take vital signs, fetal monitoring and perform basic lab screenings.

• Provide breastfeeding education and counseling and refer clients to appropriate social and health services.

• Maintain accurate records of patient care, services, and responses to treatment.

• Other duties, as assigned

This position is based at the North Central Health District Office in Macon, GA and requires travel across several* counties within the district. Candidates should be willing to travel to locations throughout our district as needed. Employees in this role are eligible to receive mileage compensation for work-related travel. This is an excellent opportunity to work directly with communities across the region and make a meaningful impact.

*Hancock, Washington, Baldwin, Wilkinson, Jones, Bibb, and Peach and may include occasional visits to other counties not listed.

Associate's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and completion of a PHN course within one year of hire and current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification. Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish and English

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN)

• Experience providing interventions for high-risk prenatal patients

• Experience with high-risk newborns and infants

• Home visitation experience

• At least one year of labor and delivery experience

• At least one year of experience working in a prenatal care clinic

• At least one year of experience working with mothers and infant

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

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.

Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees

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