Floating Nurse Practitioner
Company: Government jobs
Location: Athens
Posted on: January 25, 2023
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Job Description:
Description
Pay Grade: N
Job Code: HCP200
This position is in Athens, GA, and does not offer relocation
assistance. Must be within a reasonable commuting distance. If
relocating to Athens, GA, please specify on the application.
The Northeast Health District is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or
FNP. Under limited supervision, performs advanced nursing functions
and conducts preventive health care assessments with a focus on
Women's Health, STD assessments and treatment, and cancer
detection. Assess the client's condition, performs and interprets
laboratory tests, prescribes appropriate treatments/therapies, and
provides education. Performs therapeutic procedures, such as
injections, immunizations, and minor invasive procedures as
medically required/recommended. Perform insertions and removals of
various LARC devices. Travel will be required throughout the
Northeast Health District, with provided compensation.
Minimum Qualifications:
Doctorate or 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 the Georgia Board of Nursing AND Georgia license as a
Registered Professional Nurse AND Georgia license as an APRN and
CPR certification.
An annual salary of $ 70,000; plus, generous benefits that include
13 paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance and
retirement plans.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory
applicant pool has been identified.
No phone calls, applications accepted ONLINE ONLY through the link
posted.
Job Responsibilities
Under supervision of a senior APRN, performs advanced nursing
functions and healthcare services in specialized areas. Operates
under the nurse protocol agreement with delegating physician,
conducts complete physicals, provides treatment, and counsels
clients. May prescribe medication in some cases. Minimum
Qualifications
Doctorate or 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. Additional Information
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.
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,
employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays,
vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life
insurance.
No benefits are offered for part time employees.
01 The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be
used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this
position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and
education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and
education on your application. Your application must be completed
in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional
information after your application has been received by the
Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?
02 Are you a current employee of the Georgia Department of Public
Health?
03 Do you have a Doctorate or 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 approved by Georgia Board of
Nursing?
04 Do you have a current Georgia license to practice as an APRN?
05 How many years of experience do you have as a Nurse
Practitioner?
06 Do you have Public Health and/or clinical experience?
* Required Question
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