Immunization Nurse Consultant

Georgia Department of Public Health; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 76,821 - 101,879; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible schedule

Paid parental leave

Training opportunities

Retirement plan

Job summary

A public health agency in Georgia is seeking a Nursing Consultant to oversee immunization programs. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in nursing and seven years of experience in nursing management. Responsibilities include providing guidance on immunization policies and collaborating on public health initiatives. A competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package are offered, alongside a commitment to community health.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and seven years of nursing management experience.
• Current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license.
• Experience in immunization programs and public health.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor immunization grants.
• Provide guidance on immunization policies.
• Collaborate on agency priorities for immunization.
• Facilitate immunization education audits.

Skills

Expertise in immunization practices

Consultation skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

Master's degree in nursing or public health

Job description

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Georgia Department of Public Health provided pay range

This range is provided by Georgia Department of Public Health. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$76,821.60/yr - $101,879.70/yr

Pay Grade: P

This is a FEDERAL GRANT FUNDED position and is subject to available grant funds. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY ON THIS SITE. YOU MUST APPLY AT : https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/georgiadph Click HERE for Video 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.

Job Responsibilities

• Development, monitoring and reporting of immunization grants and contracts.
• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) on vaccine-preventable diseases, immunization practices and CDC/ACIP recommendations for public health districts.
• Provide consultation and guidance to state and local public health nurses and professionals on immunization policies, protocols, and practices.
• Develops immunization protocols and training for the Standard Nurse Protocol for Registered Professional Nurses in Public Health and the Policy and Procedure Manual for Public Health Nurse Training.
• Collaborate with the Immunization Program Director and Chief Nurse to advance agency priorities related to immunization.
• Develop, implement, and complete annual review and revision of section policies and guidelines for internal staff.
• Collaborate with the designated contractor to plan, implement, and host the annual Immunize Georgia conference.
• Serve as an active member of the Georgia Immunization Advisory Committee.
• Serve as Nurse Planner, coordinating and supporting continuing education activities for public health staff, including both new and ongoing activities.
• Facilitate immunization education audits, evaluating field staff’s ability to deliver and interpret federal guidelines to the provider community.
• Represent the state immunization program at each Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting, reporting back to the program all new or revised ACIP recommendations, vaccine information, etc.
• Serve as the primary Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) contact and designated back-up Vaccine Safety Officer for the Georgia Immunization Program.
• Collaborate with the Director of Emergency Preparedness Nursing to provide vaccination guidance during emergency response efforts.
• Participate in outbreak response and emergency preparedness planning.
• Collaborate with the School Health Nursing Consultant and the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) to develop, coordinate, and deliver trainings and educational resources for school nurses and other school personnel, including training on school immunization audits, to support safe and effective immunization and public health practices.
• Support initiatives and priorities in the Division of Women, Children, and Nursing Services.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in nursing, public health or related field from an accredited college or university AND Seven years of professional nursing managerial or supervisory role and current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license; Or one(1) year of experience at the lower level PH Manager 2 (HCM081) or position equivalent.

Additional Information

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 [e-mail].

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 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.

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Consulting

Industries

• Public Health

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