Public Health LPN

The Coastal Health District; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

A supportive and rewarding work enviro

Physical Activity Breaks

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discount program

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

The Coastal Health District in Georgia is seeking a licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a part-time hourly position in the Fast Track immunization department. You will administer vaccines to patients across the life span and provide appropriate documentation under supervision.

Qualified candidates must hold a Georgia LPN license with CPR certification and complete orientation and training for Public Health LPN.

Qualifications

• LPN license in Georgia and CPR certification.
• Orientation and training for Public Health LPN.

Responsibilities

• Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision
• Administers prescribed medications, immunizations
• Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate client care plans
• Maintains accurate, detailed reports and client records
• Monitors and records all aspects of client care, including diet and physical activity
• Prepares clients for, and assists with, examinations and treatments
• Prepares rooms, sterile instruments, equipment and supplies, and ensures that stock of supplies is maintained
• Provides education to client and family

Skills

CPR certification

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

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.

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
• 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

All Coastal Health District County Health Department 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.

This is a part‑time hourly position, not eligible for benefits.

Under direct supervision, provides assistance to Public Health Nurses and county programs.

Work in our Fast Track immunization department. This role is responsible for administering vaccines to patients across the life span and providing appropriate documentation afterwards.

Job Responsibilities

1. Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision
2. Administers prescribed medications, immunizations
3. Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate client care plans
4. Maintains accurate, detailed reports and client records
5. Modifies client treatment plans as indicated by clients responses and conditions
6. Monitors and records all aspects of client care, including diet and physical activity
7. Monitors, records and reports symptoms and changes in clients' conditions
8. Prepares clients for, and assists with, examinations and treatments
9. Prepares rooms, sterile instruments, equipment and supplies, and ensures that stock of supplies is maintained
10. Provides education to client and family

Qualifications

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.

Additional Perks

• A supportive and rewarding work environment
• Physical Activity Breaks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Tuition Assistance

Applicants chosen for employment will be subject to the following: Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting; Reference Checks & Immunizations Required; May be subject to pre‑employment drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Coastal Health District 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.

If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), notify this agency of your request by the closing date of this announcement.