Nurse Practitioner- HIV​/Ryan White

Pay Grade: O

Job Code: HCP
201

Location:

Athens, GA

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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 Northeast Health District Specialty Care Clinic is seeking an experienced and mission‑driven Nurse Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary Ryan White Program team. This role provides advanced clinical care for people living with HIV. The Nurse Practitioner delivers high‑quality, patient‑centered services under an approved Nurse Protocol Agreement with a delegating physician.

The ideal candidate is committed to reducing health disparities, improving patient outcomes, and delivering compassionate, evidence‑based care in a public health setting.

As an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse within the Ryan White Clinic at the Georgia Department of Public Health, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

• 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, or other education requirements approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
• Current Georgia licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN).
• National board certification in the appropriate specialty area, as recognized by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
• At least two (2) years of experience as a nurse practitioner, OR two (2) years in a directly related role such as Public Health Advanced Practice RN 1 (HCP
  200) or equivalent.
• Current CPR certification.

• Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification.
• Clinical experience in HIV care, infectious disease, STI/STD management, or sexual health services.
• Experience working in public health, community health, or underserved populations.
• Familiarity with Ryan White Program standards, trauma‑informed care, or harm‑reduction models.

• 13 paid holidays
• Generous annual and sick leave
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• State retirement and savings plans
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development

• Physical activity breaks
• Worksite wellness program
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Employee discounts

No phone calls, applications accepted ONLINE ONLY through the link posted.