Walton County Health Department

Monroe, Georgia

Annual Salary: $80,000
Job Code: HCP200 | Pay Grade: N | Full-Time

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

Job Responsibilities

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in nursing from 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 a Registered Professional Nurse and Georgia license as an APRN and CPR certification.

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
• 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.

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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 with a 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

Employee Benefits

• 13 Paid Holidays
• Generous Annual and Sick Leave
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• State Retirement Plan
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Employee Discounts

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.