Ryan White Nurse Practitioner

Under general supervision, a Ryan White Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals living with HIV. Responsibilities include managing primary care, chronic conditions, and specialized HIV treatment; diagnosing and treating medical conditions; prescribing and optimizing antiretroviral therapy (ART); coordinating care with interdisciplinary teams; providing patient education on adherence, risk reduction, and healthy lifestyle choices; and maintaining accurate electronic health records (EHR). Care is delivered in a compassionate, stigma-free manner under a written protocol agreement with the delegating physician. 

Primary Duties & Responsibilities  

• Provide comprehensive primary and specialty care services for people living with HIV and other infectious diseases in accordance with national clinical guidelines and state nurse protocol agreements.
• Conduct complete physical examinations, routine health assessments, and episodic illness visits.
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic and laboratory testing.
• Initiate, adjust, and manage antiretroviral therapy (ART) and related medications, ensuring adherence to national HIV treatment standards.
• Deliver patient education and counseling on disease prevention, treatment adherence, medication management, and overall wellness.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, disease intervention specialists, and case managers to support coordinated, whole-person care.
• Document clinical encounters thoroughly and maintain compliance with confidentiality requirements (HIPAA and Ryan White Program standards).
• Participate in quality improvement activities, case reviews, clinical huddles, and required training.
• Support public health initiatives, including outbreak response, community outreach, and harm-reduction strategies as needed.

Education

Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university, or other education requirements approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing. 

Licensure

Current Georgia licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN). National board certification in the appropriate specialty area, as recognized by the Georgia Board of Nursing and Current CPR certification.

Experience 

At least two (2) years of experience as a nurse practitioner, OR two (2) years in a directly related role such as Public Health Advanced Practice RN 1 (HCP200) or equivalent. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification.
• Clinical experience in HIV care, infectious disease, STI management, or sexual health services.
• Experience working in public health, community health, or underserved populations.
• Familiarity with Ryan White program standards.

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.