Nurse Practitioner

Pay Grade: O

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 witha 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

Come join our team! As a Nurse Practitioner at the HOPE Center in Macon, Georgia, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals working to protect the health and well-being of communities across the state by supporting vital public health initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, a great schedule, and a healthy work-life balance, allowing you to grow your career while maintaining time for what matters most to you.

The HOPE Center is a community health clinic dedicated to providing comprehensive care and support for people living with HIV/AIDS. As part of the federally funded Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, the center offers medical services, case management, and essential support regardless of a client’s ability to pay. Services focus on helping clients get into and stay in care, access necessary treatment and medications, and improve overall health and quality of life. The HOPE Center also provides education, referrals, and supportive resources to promote wellness and reduce barriers to care, serving a diverse clientele.

Under general supervision, the Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals living with HIV. Responsibilities include managing primary care, chronic conditions, and specialized HIV treatment; diagnosing and treating medical conditions; prescribing and optimizing antiretroviral therapy (ART); coordinating care with interdisciplinary teams; providing patient education on adherence, risk reduction, and healthy lifestyle choices; and maintaining accurate electronic health records (EHR). Care is delivered in a compassionate, stigma-free manner under a written protocol agreement with the delegating physician.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary and specialty care services for people living with HIV and other infectious diseases in accordance with national clinical guidelines and state nurse protocol agreements.
• Conduct complete physical examinations, routine health assessments, and episodic illness visits.
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic and laboratory testing.
• Initiate, adjust, and manage antiretroviral therapy (ART) and related medications, ensuring adherence to national HIV treatment standards.
• Deliver patient education and counseling on disease prevention, treatment adherence, medication management, and overall wellness.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, disease intervention specialists, and case managers to support coordinated, whole-person care.
• Document clinical encounters thoroughly and maintain compliance with confidentiality requirements (HIPAA and Ryan White Program standards).
• Participate in quality improvement activities, case reviews, clinical huddles, and required training.
• Support public health initiatives, including outbreak response, community outreach, and harm-reduction strategies as needed.

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 two (2) years of nursing experience and Georgia license as a Registered Professional Nurse and Georgia license as a APRN and current certification in specialty area and CPR certification; or two (2) years of experience at the lower level PH Advanced Practice RN 1 (HCP200) or position equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification.
• Clinical experience in HIV care, infectious disease, STI management, or sexual health services.
• Experience working in public health, community health, or underserved populations.
• Familiarity with Ryan White program standards.

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, emailDPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.

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.