Salary
$78,060\.00 \- $117,089\.00 Annually
LocationChattanooga, TN
Job Type
FULL TIME
Job Number
03/23/2026 \- 2629
Division
HEALTH \& SOCIAL SERVICES DIVISION
Department
Family Health Center \- Prenatal/Adult
Opening Date
03/23/2026
Closing Date
4/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
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- No copay to utilize clinic services.
- Clinic services include routine office visits, sick visits, labs, flu shots, and more
- TextCare \- Access to care 24/7 via TextCare, which is direct, unlimited access to medical care 24/7 through text message.
- One to One Provider Network – Availability to utilize a network of providers that provide a high level of care at a lower copay/cost.
- Health Management Programs – Offered to help employees and their family members in managing the following health conditions: Asthma, Diabetes, Hypertension (High Blood Pressure), and Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol)
- Nutritional guidance – Nutritional education provided to assist in making the appropriate food /health choices.
- Low\-cost prescriptions available to those covered under the County health plan.
- Over the counter items offered at cost.
- RxLocal App – Mobile app provides a convenient way to stay connected and manage your health. Through the app you can request refills and ask questions.
- On\-site Pharmacist available to answer questions and provide information.
- The LCP has a smaller network that includes most providers and hospitals, with the exception of Parkridge facilities/providers.
- The OAP is a national network of facilities/providers that includes most providers/hospitals, including Parkridge.
- The Cigna High Dental Plan covers orthodontia for children up to age 18\. A national network of dental providers is available to choose from and this plan offers out of network coverage.
- The Cigna Low Dental Plan does not cover orthodontia. A national network of dental providers is available to choose from and this plan offers out of network coverage.
- The Sun Life DHMO plan is a prepaid dental plan that offers benefits through a network of plan dentists. A dental provider must be selected when enrolling and services must be provided by that provider for benefits to apply.
- Health insurance assistance, Medicare info and counseling.
- Internal steps to take when an employee is ready to retire.
- Estate Planning
- Personal Financial Planning
- TCRS (Tennessee Consolidated Revenue Service) – Ham. County Pension
- Deferred Compensation/457 Plan – Nationwide
- Social Security Benefits
- Years 1 – 5: an employee will accrue 5\.85 hours of leave, per pay period.
- Years 5 – 10: an employee will accrue 6\.77 hours of leave, per pay period.
- Years 11–15: an employee will accrue 8\.31hours of leave, per pay period.
- Year 15 and each year thereafter, an employee will accrue 8\.93 hours of leave, per pay period.
The Hamilton County Health \& Social Services Division has a responsibility to respond quickly and efficiently when public health emergencies occur. All Hamilton County Health \& Social Services Division employees are responsible for ensuring their contact information is current and they are accessible should a public health emergency arise. The Hamilton County Health \& Social Services Division maintains a call down system to store contact information and mobilize staff in the event of an emergency. During a public health emergency, all staff are required to respond should a call to mobilize be made. During a public health emergency, work hours for any and all Hamilton County Health \& Social Services Division employees are subject to modification to meet the needs of the community.
Under general supervision of a physician, performs advanced professional nursing duties with focus on reproductive and sexual health services at the Hamilton County Health \& Social Services Division. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.)
Tasks
Provides women’s and men’s sexual and reproductive health services to individuals under an approved protocol; obtains patient history and conducts physical examinations; draws blood; orders laboratory work and tests; evaluates testing reports and results; revises care plan as necessary to respond to test results; makes diagnosis and treatment plans; places and removes intrauterine devices and contraceptive implants; issues contraceptives and therapies under protocol; makes referrals; provide patient assistance and advocacy as needed; educates clients about public health services; educates the community about additional resources available; consults with the supervising physician as necessary.
Participates in ongoing continuing education classes; participates in the development and revision of policies and protocols; participates in peer review; consults and participates in professional development by mentoring and instructing other health care providers including nursing students and nurse practitioner students; participates in standing committees, community meetings and board meetings.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics
Knowledge of women’s health nurse practitioner federal, state and county laws, rules, regulations, policies, methods, practices and procedures.
Knowledge of women’s health care prevention, wellness, and treatment methods, practices and procedures.
Knowledge of men’s reproductive health care prevention, wellness, and treatment methods, practices, and procedures.
Knowledge of sexually transmitted diseases (STD’s) and communicable diseases.
Knowledge of case management practices and procedures.
Knowledge of cultural sensitivity related to populations served.
Knowledge of counseling, education, training and presentation methods, practices and procedures.
Knowledge of public health care practices and procedures.
Skill utilizing verbal and written communication in providing presentations, counseling, educational materials, and instructions related to medical information.
Skill utilizing customer service/public relations techniques when responding to inquiries and complaints.
Skill establishing and maintaining effective working relationships within the agency and community.
Skill effectively communicating in both oral and written form.
Skill issuing medications per protocol.
Skill interviewing, assessing, documenting, maintaining and reporting medical information.
Skill performing routine gynecological and laboratory tests and exams.
Skill providing uncomplicated prenatal care.
Skill investigating and reporting confidential medical issues.
Skill providing case management to indigent or underserved populations.
Minimum Qualifications
A registered nurse with a Master’s Degree with a major in the clinical nursing specialty of family practice or Women’s Health and preparation in specialized practitioner skills. Must have a Certificate of Fitness issued by the Tennessee Board of Nursing; must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a registered professional nurse in Tennessee and have current national certification in the appropriate nursing specialty area. A valid driver’s license is required. OR
A registered nurse who holds an Advanced Practice Nurse Certificate, as deemed by the Tennessee Board of Nursing, with specialized practitioner skills in the clinical nursing specialty of family practice or women’s health. Must have a Certificate of Fitness issued by the Tennessee Board of Nursing; must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a registered professional nurse in Tennessee and have current national certification in the appropriate nursing specialty area. A valid driver’s license is required. OR
A new graduate with a Master’s of Science Degree in Nursing may be considered, but must be eligible to sit for the Advanced Practice Nurse Certification test and be eligible to apply for a certificate of Fitness issued by the Tennessee Board of Nursing plus a minimum of 500 hours of working or training as a Clinician in a women’s health, family practice, or primary care setting. If hired, the new graduate must obtain Advanced Practice Nurse Certification in the appropriate nursing specialty area and a Certificate of Fitness within three (3\) months of date of hire. A valid driver’s license is required. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position is deemed essential/situational during inclement weather situations and must report to or remain at work, even when administrative closings are announced, as determined by the Department Head.
Prior to operating a County\-owned vehicle, all employees are required to complete the HC Defensive Driving course and/or or an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) provided at the department level. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work requires long periods of standing, walking, lifting medical supplies weighing up to 10 pounds, assisting patients in transfers to examination tables, performing routine lab work such as blood draws and specimen collection; extended periods of extensive contact with infectious diseases and mentally ill patients, driving to other clinics, to provide case management, or community education presentations. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Any overtime hours offered in this position are not guaranteed, are an estimate, and are subject to change.
All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in\-person and require regular and punctual attendance.
All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) \& Utilization Report is available on the County’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page.
https://www.hamiltontn.gov/Department\_EqualEmploymentOpportunityOffice.aspx
Hamilton County GovernmentMeeting the needs of the people where they live, work, and play!
Hamilton County, Tennessee offers a lower cost of living, ease of getting around, a lively arts tradition, and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities.
Working for Hamilton County Government provides many great benefits – take a look at a few of those highlighted below…
On\-Site Employee Health Clinic
*(Employee access to the clinic is available from day one. A covered spouse or dependent has access as soon as their health plan coverage is effective. Children age 3 and up who are covered by the County’s insurance are eligible to be seen.) Telehealth \- Two\-way, real\-time interactive communication between the patient and a practitioner through telecommunications, which may include audiovisual options.
On\-Site Employee Pharmacy
Hamilton County Government offers competitive insurance coverage to fulltime employees.
Medical coverage is offered through Cigna to fulltime employees. The County pays a generous portion of the medical premium. Two options are available to choose from: LCP (Local Cost Plus) and OAP (Open Access Plus).
Dental coverage is a voluntary benefit available to fulltime employees. Three coverage options are offered: Cigna High Plan, Cigna Low Plan, and Sun Life DHMO.
Life Insurance/Accidental Death and Dismemberment is provided through Symetra. The County provides $30,000 of Basic Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage at no cost to fulltime employees.
Additional voluntary benefits fulltime employees have access to enroll in are as follows:
\-Individual Short\-Term Disability (STD) \-Voluntary Long\-Term Disability (LTD)
\-Flexible Spending Account–Health Care \-Flexible Spending Account–Dept. Care
\-Flexible Spending Account–Transportation \-Accident Insurance
\-Critical Illness Insurance \-Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Hamilton County Government Retirement for Fulltime Employees:
Pension – Legacy Plan (hired prior to 10/1/2015\), in which the employer contributes 14\.70%.
Pension – Hybrid Plan (hired on or after 10/1/2015\), in which the employee contributes 5% and the employer contributes 4%.
401K – Employer contributes 5% and the employee can contribute the amount of their choice.
457b – Employees have the option to contribute to this plan if they choose.
Pre\-Retirement Seminar:
Hamilton County Human Resources provides a pre\-retirement seminar to those considering retirement, two times per year (1st and 3rd quarter of each year). Seminar topics covered may include:
Parental Leave:
Hamilton County provides eight (8\) weeks of paid maternity leave and two (2\) weeks of paid paternity leave following the birth of a child or placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption (age 13 or younger) or foster care.
Paid Time Off:
Hamilton County Government provides generous paid time off (PTO) to fulltime employees from the start of employment.
At each anniversary, an employee can roll over up to 80 hours of unused PTO into their leave bank. (Up to 800 hours for employees hired on or after 1/1/2013\).
Paid Holidays:
Hamilton County Government provides thirteen (13\) paid holidays to fulltime employees.
New Year’s Day Independence Day
M.L. King’s Birthday Labor Day
President’s Day Veteran’s Day
Good Friday Thanksgiving (2 days)
Memorial Day Christmas (2 days)
Juneteenth
Wellness Facility:
Hamilton County Government provides a 24/7 fitness center, free of charge, to County employees and family members (age 14\+) covered under the County's health plan. The fitness center offers cardio and strength\-training equipment, along with group exercise classes throughout the year. (which may include Zumba, spin, yoga, etc.)
Employer
Hamilton County
Address
401 W MLK Blvd
Chattanooga, Tennessee, 37402
Phone
423\-209\-6120
Website
http://www.hamiltontn.gov