Public Health RN

Georgia Department of Public Health (GA); Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Retirement plan

14 paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term care

Life insurance

Job summary

Georgia Department of Public Health is seeking a Public Health RN in Augusta, GA. The position requires relocation considerations and offers a starting salary of $60,000 with an increase to $62,500 after ERN training. The role involves immunizations, community health education, and a range of clinical services to Georgians.

Preferred BSN, BLS certification, and at least 1 year of nursing experience, with EMR experience and immunization administration knowledge.

Qualifications

• BSN required from accredited University.

Responsibilities

• Administer immunizations and conduct screenings.
• Educate the public about preventing communicable diseases.
• Provide clinical services for patients requiring annual exams.
• STI services and pregnancy tests.
• Follow medically directed clinical protocols to provide care and treatments.
• Provide health care information at outreach events and assist in community involvement opportunities.
• RN is a vital component of DPH health services, aiding health assessments, education, disease prevention and emergency preparedness.

Education

BSN degree

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

As a Public Health RN within Richmond County Health Department, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

This position is in Augusta, GA and does not offer relocation assistance. Must be within a reasonable commuting distance.

If relocating to the area, please specify on the application.

Starting Salary $60,000 increase to $62,500 once ERN training is complete.

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.

What we offer

As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• 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 witha 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

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, employee retirement plan, 14 paid holidays, 401K, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.

Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30-minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

All East Central Health District 6 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.

• Administer immunizations and conduct screenings
• Educate the public about preventing communicable diseases such as flu, COVID-19, Tuberculosis, etc
• Provide clinical services for patients requiring annual exams,
• STI services and pregnancy tests
• Follow medically directed clinical protocols to provide care and administer medications and treatments to patients
• Provide health care information at outreach events and assist in community involvement opportunities
• The registered nurse is a vital component of the DPH health services, lending aid to community health assessments, health education, disease prevention and control, emergency preparedness and advocacy and policy support

Preferred Qualifications:

• BSN required from accredited University,
• American Heart BLS certification
• DPH background/prior employment desired
• At least 1 year nursing experience
• EMR experience
• Women's Health experience desired
• Immunization administrations/GRITS knowledge

MAPEP

Under the pre-employment fitness-for-duty this position is considered a

Category 4: Health-related: Positions where medical knowledge and skills are required, such as nurses or therapists.

Employment Information

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: [e-mail].

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.