Genetics Registered Nurse – Children’s Medical Services
Pay Grade: K
Job Code: HCP190
Location: Athens, GA
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’s Children’s Medical Services (CMS) Program is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide nursing and professional expertise in support of children and youth with special health care needs, with a focus on Genetics clients. The RN conducts comprehensive assessments; coordinates care and ensures adherence to CMS standards and guidelines. This position works closely with an interdisciplinary team, families, and community partners to promote improved health outcomes and seamless care for pediatric genetics patients.
As a Genetics Registered Nurse within the Children’s Medical Services at the Georgia Department of Public Health, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission andvision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways..
Job Responsibilities
- Coordinate CMS Genetic telemedicine Clinic and assist with other CMS Specialty clinics including Chronic Lung, Orthopedics, and Neurology.
- Participate in team meetings, workgroups, and committees that help shape the direction and priorities of the CMS program.
- Adhere to CMS service matrix and documentation standards to ensure authorizations for services are appropriate and allowable.
- Perform comprehensive health assessments for clients, accurately identifying and differentiating normal and abnormal findings.
- Maintain an assigned caseload of genetics clients, providing nursing treatments, case management, and follow-up in accordance with program guidelines.
- Screen patients to determine eligibility for CMS services, complete required documentation, and make appropriate referrals.
- Support families in managing appointments, treatments, and care coordination with health care providers and vendors.
- Educate and connect families with available community resources and support systems.
- Assist adolescents and their families in transitioning from pediatric to adult health care services.
- Participate in Outreach events.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university AND completion of a PHN course within one year of hire AND current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license AND CPR certification. Note: No experience required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Two (2) or more years of nursing experience in pediatrics, public health, or case management.
- Experience working with telehealth or related technology.
- Experience serving children and youth with special health care needs, particularly in genetics.
- Strong assessment, critical thinking, and documentation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with children, families, providers, and community partners.
- Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and standard office software.
Annual salary $60,000 plus, generous benefits include 13 paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance, and retirement plans.
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