PH Registered Nurse 1, 2, or 3

Georgia Department of Public Health (GA); Jasper (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Public Health is seeking a Public Health Registered Nurse for the Pickens County Health Department in Jasper, GA. You will join a dedicated team protecting Georgia residents through community health initiatives.

Under supervision, you will provide professional nursing care across family planning, women's health, immunizations, STDs, and TB, document with EMR, and educate clients and partners. You may participate in emergencies and ongoing learning.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in nursing and PHN course within one year of hire.
• Current Georgia RN license and CPR certification.
• Public health experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Functions as an expanded role nurse providing patient care per patient need.
• Prevents illness, injury, or disability and promotes population health.
• Advocates for patients and connects to community partners or physicians.
• Documents care and billing in an electronic medical record system.
• Administers medications and vaccines following protocols.
• Provides education to clients, families, and community partners.
• Engages diverse populations with culturally competent communication.
• Assists in responding to public health emergencies as directed.
• Pursues learning opportunities for personal and professional development.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Education

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

PHN course completed within one year of hire

Current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license

CPR certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

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.

• 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.

As a Public Health Registered Nursewithin the Pickens County Health Departmentat 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 the lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

Location: Pickens County Health Department in Jasper, GeorgiaUnder supervision, provides professional nursing care in accordance with nurse protocols, policies and/or procedures within but not limited to areas of family planning, women's health, children's health, infectious disease, immunizations, STD's, and TB at the Pickens County Health Department. Participates in community events and provides evidence-based education on various health promotion topics.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Functions as an expanded role nurse providing patient care consistent with the patient's level of need.
• Focuses on the prevention of illness, injury, or disability.
• Promotion and maintenance of the health of the population served.
• Serves as patient advocate and refers patients to community partners or private physicians, when indicated.
• Utilizes an electronic medical record program to accurately document patient care and enter billing information for reimbursement.
• Administers and dispenses medications and vaccines based on nursing assessments and established nurse protocol in accordance with family planning and immunization protocols.
• Provides education to clients, families, and community partners.
• Incorporates strategies for interacting with persons from diverse backgrounds (e.g. cultural, socioeconomic, education, race, gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, professional, religious affiliation, mental, and physical capabilities).
• Prepares to respond to public health emergencies as directed.
• Uses individual, team, and organizational learning opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university AND completion of a PHN course within one year of hire AND current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license AND CPR certification. Note: No experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Public health experience in a health department setting.

Employment Information

• Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
• CBH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered.
• All positions require criminal history record check. Required education credentials, license, certification and/or registration must be submitted prior to employment in the position. Some positions require pre-employment drug testing in which the applicant who is offered the position will be required to successfully complete.
• As an employee of CBH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
• This announcement is open to all persons meeting minimum qualifications. If special accommodations are needed, contact the District Personnel Office at 706/529-5757.
• 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 necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
• This posting is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
• The CBH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For more information regarding employment within the North Georgia Health District, please log on to our website at www.nghd.org.