Public Health Nurse 2

DeKalb Public Health (GA); Georgia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Annual leave

Sick leave

Flexible schedule

Pension plan

401K match

Health benefits

Flex benefits

FSA

Wellness program

Diversity

Growth opportunities

Hybrid after probation

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Deferred compensation

Paid parental leave

Dental & vision

Job summary

DeKalb Public Health (GA) seeks a Public Health Nurse II to provide nursing care per protocols in adult health programs, including vaccines and screenings for all ages. The role requires GA RN licensure and CPR certification, with PHN experience preferred.

After probation, a hybrid telework option may be available, supporting flexible schedules and ongoing professional development. The organization offers comprehensive benefits and a commitment to health equity, aiming to improve the wellbeing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing with GA RN license and CPR certification.
• OR Associate's degree in nursing with one year of PHN experience, GA RN license and CPR.
• PHN prerequisites must be met and PHN course within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care per established nurse protocols in the adult health program areas.
• Immunize infants, children and adults; perform hearing/vision and dental screenings.
• Conduct client assessments, provide treatments, educate clients on health problems and refer to internal and external providers.
• Assist with weekly/monthly vaccine inventory and other duties as assigned.

Job description

Description

Public Health Nurse 2 (10221)

Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur, GA, DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) works to protect, promote and improve the health and well‑being of all DeKalb County residents.

Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives. If you have a passion for people and are looking to make an impact on the health of the community, we invite you to join our team! For more information about our agency please visit dekalbpublichealth.com.

Salary and Location

Salary: $66,351.55 Annually

Location: DeKalb County, GA

Job Type

Full Time Salaried

Position Details

Job Number: 2026-00144

Division/Section: District 3-5 County Position

Opening Date: 04/07/2026

Closing Date: Continuous

Benefits

• 13 Paid Holidays
• 3 Weeks Annual Leave
• 3 Weeks Sick Leave
• Flexible Schedules within our core working hours of M-F 8:15am-5pm
• Pension Plan
• Employer 401K Match
• Payroll Deductible Health Benefits
• Payroll Deductible Flex Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Worksite Wellness
• Diverse Workforce
• Opportunities for Growth
• Hybrid teleworking option for eligible positions after probation

Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care in accordance with established nurse protocols. Works in the program area of adult health (STD, Breast and Cervical Cancer Program, Pregnancy Testing/Perinatal Case Management), also provides immunizations to infants, children, and adults as well as hearing/vision and dental screenings. Performs client assessment, provides treatments, educates clients on health problems, and provides the necessary referrals to internal and external health care providers. Assists with weekly and monthly vaccine inventory and performs other duties as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university AND current Georgia license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse AND CPR certification
• Associate's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university AND One year of PHN experience AND completion of a PHN course within one year of hire AND current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license AND CPR certification.

Employment Information

Employment with DeKalb Public Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.

Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. We have the right to close any position at any time for any reason.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DEKALB PUBLIC HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees

• Flexible schedule
• Training opportunities
• Health insurance
• Employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS)
• Deferred compensation
• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation & sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.

Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees

Part-time employees receive the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and paid parental leave.

Contact Information

Employer: Georgia Department of Public Health (GA)

Address: 200 Piedmont Ave, SE, West Tower, Atlanta, Georgia, 30334

Website: http://dph.georgia.gov