Public Health LPN 2 (Sumter County)

Georgia Department of Public Health; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Professional development

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Public Health in Sumter County is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the public health team. You will support immunization programs, TB care, and community health initiatives in a hands-on environment.

Essential qualifications include an LPN license, CPR certification, and public health experience. This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth within public health.

Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical degree in licensed practical nursing from an accredited college.
• Two years of LPN public health experience.
• Current Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse and CPR certification.
• Or one year of experience at PH LPN 1 level.

Responsibilities

• Order, collect, record, ship, and manage labs.
• Monitor temperatures daily and access immunization records.
• Administer immunizations and print records.
• Manage inventory and report patient vital signs.
• Read Tuberculin Skin Tests and conduct screenings.
• Provide Directly Observed Therapy for TB patients.
• Participate in health fairs and community outreach.

Skills

LPN license

CPR certification

Public health experience

Immunization administration

Education

LPN degree or diploma

Tools

GRITS software

Job description

Description

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Who We Are

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.

Benefits

• 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 and 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 LPN within the Sumter County Health Department at 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.

Responsibilities

• Ordering, collecting, recording, shipping, and managing labs.
• Monitoring and recording temperatures daily; accessing patient immunization record and GRITS.
• Administering immunizations and printing immunization records.
• Managing inventory, collecting, recording, and reporting patient’s vital signs.
• Placing and reading Tuberculin Skin Tests (TSTs), performing hearing, vision, and dental screenings.
• Providing Directly Observed Therapy (DOT) for appropriate TB patients.
• Participating with health fairs and community outreach.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Preferred Qualifications

At least four (4) years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Public Health experience.

Additional Information

All West Central Health District 7 employees are deemed essential workers in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event including but not limited to staffing a shelter, working at a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or working at a Point of Dispensing site (POD). If you are called on to participate, you are required to report to the designated site as a condition of employment, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.

The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well‑being. The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15‑minute breaks or one 30‑minute break.

Employment Information

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary. DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre‑employment drug screening and a criminal background check. Relocation assistance is not provided. In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Standard Benefits for Full‑Time Salaried Employees

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long‑term care, and life insurance.

Standard Benefits for Part‑Time Employees

Part‑time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.