Public Health Registered Nurse, Level 1, 2, or 3

Friendsofkerhonkson; Atlanta (GA); In loco; USD 52.000 - 66.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

13 paid holidays

Educational Support Leave

3 weeks annual leave

3 weeks sick leave

Defined benefit retirement

Employer-matched 401(k)

Descrizione del lavoro

The State of Georgia is seeking Public Health Registered Nurses at multiple levels (1, 2, or 3) for Colquitt County Health Department in Moultrie, GA. Roles involve immunizations across ages, patient assessments, education, and emergency response, with a strong emphasis on HIPAA compliance.

Competitive pay scales (K/L/M) based on qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits and leave provisions. Position is full-time at Colquitt County Health Department; weekend and evening events may

Competenze

• Associate degree in nursing; PHN course within 1 year of hire.
• Current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification.
• Experience with immunizations is preferred.

Mansioni

• Provide professional nursing care per protocols with a focus on immunizations.
• Perform comprehensive patient health assessments and collect health history.
• Administer medications and vaccinations; conduct home visits and health fairs as needed.
• Respond to Public Health Emergencies and maintain HIPAA standards.

Conoscenze

PHN course

Georgia RN license

CPR certification

Immunizations administration

Bilingual (Spanish)

Formazione

Associate degree in nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Descrizione del lavoro

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia!Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Job Title:Public Health Registered Nurse, Level 1, 2, or 3Agency:County Public HealthJob Requisition ID:JR0000003007Shift:Not Applicable (United States of America)Compensation Details:K-$51,811.56, L-$58,547.06 OR M-$66,168.17Job Description:Do you want to make a difference in your community and be off most evenings and weekends? If so, this is the job for you!!Public Health Registered Nurse, Level 1, 2, or 3Posted Date: August 20, 2026 Closing Date: Open until filledPosition Type: 2 Full-Time PositionsLocation: Colquitt County Health Department/Moultrie, GeorgiaPaygrade/Salary: K-$51,811.56, L-$58,547.06 or M-$66,168.17(Based on qualifications/experience)Job Code(s): HCP190, HCP191, HCP192We offer 13 paid holidays, Educational Support Leave, and 3 weeks of accrued Annual Leave & 3 weeks of accrued Sick Leave. A defined benefit retirement plan, plus (employer-matched) 401(k) plan. Health and Flexible Benefits (Dental, Vision, Legal, Long-Term Care, Dependent Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Spending Accounts).General Nature of Work• Provides professional nursing care in accordance with nurse protocols, policies, and /or procedures with a focus on immunizations for all age categories• Provides comprehensive assessments of male/female patients, which may include genitalia exams• Collects specimens, performs lab tests, including pregnancy tests, and conducts microscopic assessments• Obtains Health History• Provides education, treatments, and administers medications and vaccinations• May conduct home visits, participate in health fairs, serve on committees, and make presentations• Responds to Public Health Emergencies• Provides exceptional customer service and maintains HIPAA Standards• Maintains CPR CertificationMinimum QualificationsAssociate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university, completion of a PHN course within one (1) year of hire, and current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification. ( Please mail or bring a copy of your college transcript or diploma for the interview—you must have an official transcript prior to the start date ). Physical Requirements include occasional lifting of up to 45 lbs.Preferred Qualifications• Previous employment with any state’s Department of Public Health or a County Board of Health• Bachelor’s degree in nursing• Baccalaureate-level health assessment course• Experience with performing physical exams on males and females, including genitalia• Experience administering immunizations• TB experience, such as contact investigation, treatments including Direct Observation Therapy• Case management/tracking experience• Bilingual (Spanish), ability to interpret and translate health care information orally and in writing from English into the specific foreign language (Spanish) and from the specific foreign language (Spanish) into English.This office must receive a State Merit Application for Employment no later than the deadline. Highlight any experience related to the Preferred Qualifications. This position may require driving company vehicles (A valid driver’s license is required) and working some evenings and weekends during special events such as health fairs and responding to disasters. Selected applicant must consent to a motor vehicle record assessment. Points should be less than 10 and/or not negatively impact insurance rates for the agency. Drug screening, criminal background checks, and immunization records may be required. Male applicants between 18 and 26 must present proof of Selective Service Registration if selected. All information submitted is subject to verification.We are an Equal Opportunity EmployerDue to the volume of applications received, we cannot provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. The hiring agency will contact selected applicants for the next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to closing at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.Minimum Qualifications:Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and completion of a PHN course within one (1) year of hire and current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.