Public Health RN: TB Care & Community Impact

Georgia Department of Public Health

Columbus (GA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible schedule

Retirement plan (ERS GSEPS)

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Parental leave

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Public Health’s West Central Health District 7 in Columbus, GA seeks an experienced Public Health Registered Nurse to join a dedicated team protecting lives and promoting healthy communities.

You will provide nursing care under protocols, document in the EMR, dispense medications as required, and advocate for patients while coordinating with community partners. A GA RN license and CPR are required.

Qualifications

Associate’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
Current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification.
Within one year of hire, completion of a PHN course; a copy of college transcript is required.
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and 1 year of RN experience.

Responsibilities

Serve as the TB nurse for the health department with nursing care per protocols.
Provide patient care aligned with patient needs and nurse scope of practice.
Document patient care in the EMR and enter billing information for reimbursement.
Order and dispense medications based on nursing assessment and protocols.
Advocate for patients and refer to community partners or physicians when indicated.