Registered Nurse - Home Visiting Program

Posting number: 2026-00808

Department: District 5-2 County Position

Job classification: PH Registered Nurse 1

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Health, Nursing, Miscellaneous

Summary

Pay Grade: K

Vacancies: 3

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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

Come join our team! The North Central Health District’s Perinatal Health Home Visiting Program is a warm, community-centered initiative designed to bring high-quality healthcare, education, and support directly to families in the rural areas of our district. Our team works closely with expectant and new parents, helping them navigate pregnancy, birth, and early childhood with confidence. By meeting families where they are, we build meaningful relationships, reduce barriers to care, and make a real difference in maternal and child health outcomes. If you’re passionate about supporting families and enjoy working in a collaborative, community-focused environment, we would love to have you join our team.

Examples of duties

Under supervision, provides professional nursing care in accordance with nurse protocols, policies, and procedures, while playing a critical role in promoting maternal and child health, reducing disparities in birth outcomes, and supporting overall community wellness.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Focuses on the prevention of illness, injury, or disability, the promotion of health and maintenance of the health of populations.

• Cares for populations with special needs during disasters/emergencies and biological and chemical protocols.

• Provide home visiting services to identify, assess and provide care coordination services to eligible perinatal patients and qualifying infants.

• Coordinates program services with other service providers and community organizations to promote optimal implementation.

• Screen and refer clients to other community service providers.

• Monitoring participants according to program guidelines and providing education and materials that promote wellness, safety, and awareness of pregnancy and postpartum complications.

• Monitor for infant complications to include feeding, weight, head circumference, and developmental screening.

• Develop a plan of care for individuals and families, modify treatment plans as indicated by client’s responses and conditions.

• Provide referral/linkage when medical and environmental risks are identified to appropriate services. 

• Promote the program through community engagement and outreach events.

• Develop and sustain community partnerships

• Deliver case management and nursing care according to public health protocols.

• Perform physical assessments, take vital