Registered Nurse 1, 2, or 3 - Smyrna

Georgia Department of Public Health; Marietta (GA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 Paid Holidays

3 Weeks Annual Leave

3 Weeks Sick Leave

Flexibility within core hours 8am–5pm

Employer 401K match

Student Loan Repayment

Education Reimbursement

Payroll Deductible Health Benefits

Pension Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Activities

Employee Recognition Program

Diverse Workforce

Opportunities for Advancement

Job summary

Cobb and Douglas Public Health in Marietta, Georgia is seeking registered nurses at RN 1, RN 2, or RN 3 level to join its clinical team under general supervision. The role focuses on population health, disaster response, and the prevention of illness.

Required qualifications include an Associate degree in nursing with PHN coursework within one year, Georgia RN license, and CPR certification; RN 2/3 require additional experience.

Qualifications

• RN 1 minimum qualifications include an associate degree in nursing, PHN course within one year, Georgia RN license and CPR certification.
• RN 2 minimum qualifications include an associate degree in nursing, one year of nursing experience, PHN course within one year, Georgia RN license and CPR certification; or one year of experience at PH RN 1 or equivalent.
• RN 3 minimum qualifications internal: associate degree in nursing, one year of nursing experience, PHN course within one year, Georgia RN license and CPR certification; or two years at PH RN 2 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care according to protocols and procedures.
• Assist with comprehensive assessments of clients' health care needs.
• Identify high-risk populations and tailor interventions based on community needs and available resources.

Skills

Customer service

Public health nursing

Assessment

Education

Associate degree in nursing

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Exceptional Benefits Include:

• 13 Paid Holidays
• 3 Weeks Annual Leave
• 3 Weeks Sick Leave
• Flexibility within or core working hours of M- F 8 am – 5 pm
• Employer 401K match
• Student Loan Repayment
• Employee Education Reimbursement
• Payroll Deductible Health Benefits
• Pension Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Worksite Wellness Activities
• Employee Recognition Program
• Diverse Workforce
• Opportunities for Advancement

Job Responsibilities

Purpose of the Position: Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care in accordance with nurse protocols, policies and/or procedures. 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. This position works to promote and protect the health and safety of the residents of Cobb and Douglas Counties.

Essential Functions Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Assists with conducting comprehensive assessments of client’s health care needs.
• Assists with conducting community needs assessment.
• Identifies high-risk populations and tailor interventions based on the needs of the population and the resources available.

Minimum Qualifications

External candidates: will be hired as a RN 1 OR RN 2; based on education and/or experience

Internal candidates: are eligible for a lateral transfer as a RN 2 or RN 3; must be currently working in the same job code

RN 1 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.. $55,003.33 Annually / Pay Grade K

RN 2 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. $61,706.94 Annually / Pay Grade L

RN 3 Minimum Qualifications- Internal Only: 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 two (2) years of experience at the lower-level PH Registered Nurse 2 (HCP191) or position equivalent. $68,519.83 Annually / Pay Grade M

Preferred Job-Related Skills:

A Bachelor's degree in Nursing OR Completed Physical Assessment Course. Professional experience in public health nursing. Excellent customer service skills.

Remote Work:

Employees authorized for remote/hybrid work must reside and perform their job duties exclusively within the state of Georgia. Remote/hybrid work arrangements outside the state are not permitted under current policy.

• Current state employees’ salary will be subject to State Personnel Board rule provisions. If you have questions regarding salary, please do not hesitate to contact HR

Applications Accepted:

* THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SATISFACTORY APPLICANT POOL HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED

Cobb and Douglas Public Health

a nationally accredited health department, headquartered in Marietta, Georgia since 1920 promotes and protects the health and safety of the residents of Cobb and Douglas counties in partnership with several other agencies. CDPH is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate based on age, genetics, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, color, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, race or religion.

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