Infectious Disease Clinical RN Nursing Mgr

Public Health, Department of; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional impact

Workplace flexibility

Diverse team

Career longevity

Hands-on culture

Pride in work

Health insurance

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Public Health is seeking an Infectious Disease Clinical Nursing Director/Manager to lead daily clinical operations and care coordination for HIV/AIDS patients. You will drive treatment adherence, coordinate multidisciplinary care, and act as a liaison among patients, infectious disease physicians, Ryan White program staff, and community services.

This senior nursing leadership role requires a strong clinical background in HIV care, program management experience, and the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing and GA RN license with 7 years RN experience.
• 4 years in administrative or supervisory capacity within a clinical setting.
• Experience coordinating HIV/AIDS care and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Education on ART regimens, manage side effects, improve medication adherence.
• Oversee nursing activities in the Adult Health Promotion Clinic.
• Manage caseload, schedule labs, appointments, and referrals.
• Collaborate with Ryan White program case managers for eligibility and documentation.
• Oversee PrEP/PEP protocols, screening, testing, and follow-up.
• Perform rapid HIV/STI testing and linkage-to-care protocols.

Skills

ART adherence

Care coordination

Clinical leadership

Nursing management

Patient education

Education

BSN or higher

GA RN license

Job description

Job Title: Infectious Disease Clinical RN Nursing Mgr

Agency: Department of Public Health

Job Requisition ID: JR0000003359

Shift: Any (United States of America)

Job Description

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.

The Infectious Disease Clinical Nursing Director manages the daily clinical operations and care coordination for patients living with HIV/AIDS. This role focuses on optimizing patient health outcomes through medical case management, treatment adherence counseling, and coordination of multidisciplinary care. The coordinator acts as the clinical liaison between patients, infectious disease physicians, Ryan White program case managers, and community support services.

Core Responsibilities

• Treatment Adherence & Counseling: Educate patients on antiretroviral therapy (ART) regimens, manage side effects, and develop specialized strategies to improve medication adherence.
• Clinical Oversight: Oversees the planning, organization, and directs all nursing activities in the Adult Health Promotion Clinic, providing leadership support to subordinate staff.
• Care Coordination: Manage a caseload of HIV-positive patients, ensuring seamless scheduling for routine lab work (e.g., viral load, CD4 counts), provider appointments, and specialty referrals.
• Ryan White Program Liaison: Collaborate closely with medical case managers to track client eligibility and ensure clinical documentation meets Ryan White Grant compliance standards.
• PrEP/PEP Program Management: Oversee the clinic's Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) protocols, including patient screening, testing, and follow-up.
• Lab & Rapid Testing: Perform and oversee rapid HIV/STI testing, interpret complex laboratory trends, and coordinate immediate linkage-to-care protocols for newly diagnosed individuals.
• Comorbidity Monitoring: Screen patients for common co-occurring conditions, including Tuberculosis (TB), Hepatitis C, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and mental health or substance use needs.

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-minute 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 include [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

• 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
• life insurance

Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees

• Georgia Defined Contribution Plan
• paid parental leave

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and seven (7) years of experience as a Registered Nurse, four (4) years of which in an administrative or supervisory capacity and current Georgia license as a Registered Professional Nurse; or eight (8) years of experience as a Registered Nurse (HCP073) or position equivalent, two (2) years of which in an environment related to the area of assignment, six (6) years of which as a supervisor and current Georgia license as a Registered Professional Nurse.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.