Public Health Immunization Lead Nurse (Hourly)

DeKalb Public Health (GA); Georgia; On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb Public Health is hiring an Hourly Public Health Nurse to lead the Immunization Program at the T.O. Vinson Health Center in Decatur, GA. The RN will oversee vaccine services, training, and compliance, ensuring high-quality immunization delivery and community outreach.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Nursing, Georgia RN license, and CPR certification, with responsibilities spanning clinical leadership, vaccination administration, and program coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and Georgia RN license required.
• CPR certification required; valid and current.
• Experience in immunization programs and public health settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional public health nursing care and clinical leadership for Immunization Program.
• Coordinate immunization services, train staff, and ensure compliant practices.
• Administer childhood, adolescent, and adult vaccines per protocols and schedules.
• Monitor vaccine storage, inventory, documentation, and quality assurance.
• Educate clients and communities about vaccines, schedules and safety.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, schools, and community partners.
• Respond to outbreaks and adapt nursing services during emergencies.
• Maintain confidential clinical records and adhere to standards.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Judgment

Attention to Detail

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Cultural Responsiveness

Problem Solving

Organization and Planning

Adaptability

Professionalism

Emergency Responsiveness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Current CPR certification

Job description

DeKalb Public Health is hiring an Hourly Public Health Nurse to lead the Immunization Program at the T.O. Vinson Health Center in Decatur, GA. The RN will oversee vaccine services, training, and compliance, ensuring high-quality immunization delivery and community outreach.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Nursing, Georgia RN license, and CPR certification, with responsibilities spanning clinical leadership, vaccination administration, and program coordination.