Job Description

Posting number: 2026-00911

Department: District 10 County Position

Job classification: PH Advanced Practice RN 1

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Health, Nursing

Pay Grade: N

Who We Are.We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.

What We Offer.As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.

• 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 the people of Georgia.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a 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 yourself.

The Northeast Health District is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) to join the Walton County Health Department.

This position provides advanced nursing and healthcare services across public health programs, with a primary focus on family planning and women’s health The APRN will work under a nurse protocol agreement with a delegating physician and provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals within the community.

Work Schedule: Monday 8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Tuesday–Thursday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. | No weekends or on-call rotation

Examples of duties

• Provide advanced nursing care and healthcare services in accordance with established nurse protocols.
• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and physical examinations.
• Counsel and educate patients regarding health conditions, treatment options, preventive care, and reproductive health.
• Diagnose and treat patients within the APRN scope of practice and established protocols.
• Provide family planning and women’s health services.
• Insert and manage intrauterine devices (IUDs) and Nexplanon contraceptive implants
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other members of the public health team to coordinate patient care.

No previous IUD or Nexplanon insertion experience? Training will be provided for qualified candidates who do not have prior experience performing these procedures.

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.

Supplemental information

A Career That Leaves Room for Your Life

Looking for a nursing career where you can make a difference without sacrificing your evenings and weekends? Public health offers the opportunity to provide meaningful, patient-centered care in a supportive environment with a schedule that allows you to enjoy life outside of work.

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• No weekends and no on-call rotation
• Predictable weekday schedule
• A manageable patient workload that allows time to focus on quality care
• The opportunity to build relationships with patients and make a lasting impact on women’s health in the community
• Training and professional development, including support for IUD and Nexplanon insertion
• Continuing education reimbursement to maintain your license and certification
• 13 paid holidays, plus annual and sick leave
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits
• A collaborative public health team and supportive work environment

Ready to make a meaningful impact on women’s health while building a career that works for your life? We encourage you to apply and join our public health team.

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

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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.