Job Title: Nurse Practitioner (Macon-Bibb County)
Agency:County Public Health
Job Requisition ID:Shift:Day (United States of America)
Compensation Details:$80,000.00 - $81,955.29
Job Description:Click HERE for VideoCome join our team!As a Nurse Practitioner at the Macon-Bibb County Health Department, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals working to protect the health and well-being of communities across the state by supporting vital public health initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, a great schedule, and a healthy work-life balance, allowing you to grow your career while maintaining time for what matters most to you.
Job ResponsibilitiesUnder supervision of a senior nurse practitioner, perform advanced nursing functions and healthcare services in specialized areas. Operates under a written nurse protocol agreement with their delegating physician, conducts complete physicals, provides treatment, and counsels clients. May prescribe medication in some cases.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities- Conduct physical exams, review medical histories, and assess patient health.
- Provide care and manage common illnesses under established protocols.
- Educate patients on medications, preventive care, and healthy lifestyles.
- Prescribe medications when authorized and monitor treatment.
- Follow nurse protocol agreements and collaborate with physicians and healthcare staff.
- Perform additional duties as assigned. Responsibilities and essential functions may change to meet organizational needs.
Minimum QualificationsMaster's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and/or other education requirements approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing and certification in the specialty area(s) approved by Georgia Board of Nursing and Georgia license as a Registered Professional Nurse and Georgia license as an APRN and CPR certification.
Additional InformationThe 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.
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.
BENEFITSStandard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried EmployeesIn 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 EmployeesPart-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.
Minimum Qualifications:Master's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and/or other education requirements approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing and certification in the specialty area(s) approved by Georgia Board of Nursing and Georgia license as a Registered Professional Nurse and Georgia license as an APRN and CPR certification.
