Public Health Registered Nurse (Twiggs County)

Georgia Department of Public Health; Georgia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Continuing education

Parental leave

Job summary

Georgia Department of Public Health is seeking a Public Health Registered Nurse for the Twiggs County Health Department. The role focuses on preventing illness, injury, and disability while promoting healthy lifestyles in communities statewide.

As part of a dedicated team, you will provide direct patient care, conduct vaccinations, and participate in emergency preparedness. A strong emphasis on documentation, education, and referrals supports public health initiatives across Georgia.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing and Georgia RN license.
• One year of nursing experience and completion of a PHN course within one year of hire.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision within disaster/ emergency protocols.
• Order and administer medications and vaccines per protocol.
• Perform lab testing, education, and referrals as needed.
• Maintain thorough documentation in EMR.
• Promote public health through community education and program referrals.
• Participate in emergency preparedness and district program goals.

Skills

Direct patient care

Vaccinations

EMR documentation

Public health knowledge

Education

Associate degree in nursing

PHN course completed within 1 year of hire

Georgia RN license & CPR

Tools

EMR system

Job description

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/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

Description

Pay Grade: L

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.

Benefits

What we offer.

• 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/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

Come join our team!

As a Public Health Registered Nurse at the Twiggs County Health Department, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals working to protect the health and well-being of communities across the state by supporting vital public health initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, a great schedule, and a healthy work-life balance, allowing you to grow your career while maintaining time for what matters most to you.

Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision, provides direct patient care services as an expanded role nurse. Focuses on the prevention of illness, injury or disability, the promotion of health and maintenance of the health of populations. Cares for population with special needs during disasters/emergencies and biological and chemical protocols.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of and exercises good judgment in the execution of patient care protocols.
• Orders appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments and administers medications and vaccines in accordance with protocol.
• Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic testing and interpret the results to direct treatment.
• Provides patient education and makes appropriate referrals.
• Facilitates patient decision making by providing health education, counseling, and tools
• Provides thorough documentation of medical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, referrals, education, and consultations in the electronic medical record system.
• Performs women’s wellness services, contraceptive counseling, and contraceptives according to protocol.
• Responsible for maintaining knowledge of the Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (BCCP) and enrolling eligible patients into the program.
• Provides assessment, screening, and treatment for sexually transmitted diseases according to protocol.
• Administers tuberculosis testing, interprets results and works with the TB Program Coordinator to support follow-up and treatment.
• Provides child health, vision screening and supports the provision of other primary care services as needed.
• Performs onsite waived lab testing offered by the HD, performs wet preps, and participates in lab QA/QI.
• Responsible for maintaining knowledge of programs and services available through the Department of Public Health and external agencies and providing referrals to eligible infants, children, and adults.
• Consults with and refer patients to physicians and other care providers as indicated.
• Promote public health in the community through education about resources and programs.
• Participates in meetings and contributes to District program goals and objectives as needed.
• Participates in peer review according to protocol requirements.
• Participates in emergency preparedness planning and response activities.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of nursing experience and completion of a PHN course within one year of hire and current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification; or one (1) year of experience at the lower-level PH Registered Nurse 1 (HCP190) or position equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Knowledge of Ga DPH Nurse protocols.

Additional Information

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 US 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].

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.