Public Health Licensed Practical Nurse 1, 2, or 3

Georgia Department of Public Health (GA); Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coweta County Health Department is seeking a Public Health Licensed Practical Nurse to provide essential nursing care and support within the community. This role involves immunization administration, health screenings, and participation in public health initiatives. Candidates must possess a relevant degree and a current Georgia LPN license. Full-time employees will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Generous Leave Package

13 Paid Holidays

Retirement System

Worksite Wellness Program

Qualifications

• No experience required for Level 1, 2 years for Level 2, 4 years for Level 3.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care, administer immunizations, and participate in health fairs.
• Respond to public health emergencies and communicate effectively.

Skills

Public Health experience

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

Vocational/Technical degree in licensed practical nursing

Job description

Public Health Licensed Practical Nurse 1, 2, or 3

Coweta County Health Department

District 4 Public Health

70 Hospital Road

Newnan, GA 30263

Job Description: 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 Dispensing 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 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.

PH Licensed Practical Nurse Level 1- (Annual salary -$33,000)

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 ANDcompletion of all necessary orientation and training for Public Health LPN. No experience required.

PH Licensed Practical Nurse Level 2- (Annual salary -$35,800)

Vocational/Technical degree in licensed practical nursing from an accredited college AND Two years of LPN public health experience ANDcurrent Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse AND CPR certification.

PH Licensed Practical Nurse Level 3- (Annual salary - $38,926.79)

Vocational/Technical degree in licensed practical nursing from an accredited college AND Four years of LPN public health experience AND current Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse AND CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Public Health experience.
• Experience with screenings,immunizations, GRITS, and interviewing patients.
• Bilingual Spanish/English Speaking Language.

Benefits for Full Time Eligible Employees:

• 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/

Additional Perks:

• 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.

Applicants chosen for employment will be subject to the following

Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting

Pre-employment Drug Screening

Reference Checks & Immunizations Requirements