Public Health Licensed Practical Nurse 1, 2, or 3
Georgia Department of Public Health (GA)
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Job summary
The Georgia Department of Public Health in District 4 Public Health, McDonough, GA is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support public health programs. Duties include administering immunizations, performing screenings, and contributing to program planning under supervision, with lead roles on specified projects as assigned.
Requirements include an LPN vocational/technical degree, current GA LPN license, CPR certification, and completion of orientation.
Qualifications
- Vocational/Technical degree in licensed practical nursing from an accredited college.
- Current Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
- CPR certification; orientation and training for Public Health LPN.
- No experience required for Level 1; progression with public health LPN experience.
Responsibilities
- Administer immunizations to all age patients per guidelines.
- Perform annual school and daycare immunization audits.
- Complete quarterly reports.
- Assist with annual scoliosis screenings.
- Participate in health fairs and educational programs.
- Perform TB screenings and administer PPD tests in clinic and outreach.
- Respond to public health emergencies as directed.
- Use computer tech to collect, store, and retrieve data.
- Participate in program planning and cross-functional activities.
- Communicate with diverse populations with cultural proficiency.
- Adhere to policies and participate in personal/professional development.
Skills
Education
Job description
Henry County Health Department
District 4 Public Health
135 Henry parkway
McDonough, GA 30253
Under broad supervision, provide assistance to public health nurses and county programs. Provides general direct nursing care. Care includes providing medical treatments, administering medication, and giving injections. Assigned to specific clinical duties within the scope of an LPN practice in public health and acts as lead worker over specified projects or programs.
All District 4 Public Health, County BOH employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event not limited to but including staffing a shelter, a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or Point of Distribution site (POD). When you are called on to participate, you are expected and it will be a part of your job requirement to participate, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.
- Administer immunizations to all age patients according to established guidelines & procedures.
- Perform annual school & daycare immunization audits.
- Complete quarterly reports.
- Assist with annual scoliosis screenings.
- Participate in health fairs and educational programs.
- Perform TB screenings and administer PPD skin test, in clinic and outreach events.
- Prepares to respond to public health emergencies and responds as directed.
- Uses computer technology to collect, store, and retrieve data.
- Participates in program planning.
- Communicates in writing, orally, and through electronic means, with proper terminology and cultural proficiency.
- Incorporates strategies for interacting with persons form diverse backgrounds (e.g., cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, gender, age, ethnic, sexual orientation, professional, religious affiliation, mental and physical capabilities).
- Adheres to the organization’s policies and procedures.
- Uses individual, team, and organizational learning opportunities for personal and professional development.
Vocational/Technical degree in licensed practical nursing from an accredited college AND current Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse AND CPR certification AND completion of all necessary orientation and training for Public Health LPN. No experience required.
Vocational/Technical degree in licensed practical nursing from an accredited college AND Two (2) years of LPN public health experience AND current Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse AND CPR certification; OR One (1) year of experience required at the lower-level PH LPN 1 (HCT110) or position equivalent.
Vocational/Technical degree in licensed practical nursing from an accredited college AND Four (4) years of LPN public health experience AND current Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse AND CPR certification; OR One (1) year of experience required at the lower-level PH LPN 2 (HCT111) or position equivalent.
- Public Health Nursing experience.
- Experience with screenings,immunizations, GRITS, and interviewing patients.
- Bilingual Spanish/English Speaking Language.
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Generous Leave Package
- Employees Retirement System
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Care Spending Account
- Dependent Care Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- AD&D Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Legal Insurance
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Specified Illness
- Deferred Compensation (401K & 457 Plans)
- Atlanta Postal Credit Union
For more information on the State of Georgia Benefits visit http://team.georgia.gov/
- A supportive and rewarding work environment
- Physical Activity Breaks
- Worksite Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
To learn more about District 4 Public Health visit https://www.district4health.org/
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. 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. Position will remain open until filled and is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
*District 4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer*
The State will not unlawfully consider an applicant's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, genetic information, political affiliation, protected uniformed service, or other legally protected category when making selections.
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Pre-employment Drug Screening
Reference Checks & Immunizations Requirements
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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.
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.
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