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Georgia Department of Public Health TB Nurse Coordinator in Atlanta, Georgia
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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.As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
- Make a Professional Impact - Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
- Enjoy Workplace Flexibility- Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
- Work witha Dynamic and Diverse Team- Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
- Achieve Career Longevity - Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
- Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture - Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
- Feel Pride in Where you Work - Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
As a TB Nurse Coordinatorwith the South Central Health District 5-2 in Dublin, GA,you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.
Job Responsibilities
Under broad supervision, this position will be housed at South Central Health District and travel to County Health Departments and other worksites within the South Central Health District.
- Will provide district TB guidance to County Nurse Managers, PH nurses, local medical centers and businesses throughout the community based on Georgia protocols and standing Physician orders.
- Work to prevent and control the transmission of Tuberculosis by teaching and implementing the national strategies of TB elimination.
- The TB Coordinator will conduct TB specific trainings, provide nursing services, guidance, and audit TB records for compliance.
- The TB Coordinator will complete monthly, quarterly and annual reports as indicated.
- This position will also oversee the District Child Health program and perform other assigned duties in the 10 counties that we serve.
*Must be willing to travel to the 10 counties. Mileage will be reimbursed.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in nursing, public health or related field from an accredited college or university AND Two years of PHN experience AND current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license AND CPR certified OR Bachelor's degree nursing from an accredited college or university AND Five years of PHN experience AND current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license AND CPR certified OR Two years of experience at the lower level PH Nursing Prog Consultant 1 (HCP210) or position equivalent AND current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license AND CPR certified.
Preferred Qualifications: Public Health Nursing experience; experience with Infectious Diseases (specifically TB).