Public Health LPN: Immunizations & Community Care

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

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive work environment

Physical activity breaks

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Georgia Department of Public Health is seeking Public Health Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN 1, 2, or 3) for Heard County Health Department. Under supervision, provide nursing care, immunizations, screenings, and education in clinics and outreach events.

Roles may include front desk support and participation in emergency staffing. Salaries range by level from $33,000 to $38,926.79 annually, with benefits for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• Public health LPN licensing and CPR certification required.
• Experience in public health nursing preferred but not required.
• Minimum education: Vocational/Technical LPN program completed.

Responsibilities

• Administers immunizations per guidelines.
• Conducts immunization audits for school/daycare.
• Performs TB screenings and administers PPD tests.
• Maintains medication and vaccine inventory.
• Participates in health fairs and educational programs.
• Assists with front desk duties as backup.

Skills

Public health nursing

Immunization administration

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

LPN license Georgia

CPR certification

Tools

GRITS

Job description

Georgia Department of Public Health is seeking Public Health Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN 1, 2, or 3) for Heard County Health Department. Under supervision, provide nursing care, immunizations, screenings, and education in clinics and outreach events.

Roles may include front desk support and participation in emergency staffing. Salaries range by level from $33,000 to $38,926.79 annually, with benefits for full-time employees.