PH Registered Nurse 1
About The Position
The Georgia Department of Public Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide professional nursing care under general supervision and in accordance with established nursing protocols, policies, and procedures. This position serves as a Float Nurse, with a primary duty location at the Lowndes County Health Department in Valdosta, Georgia. The nurse travels to other South Health District locations to provide nursing services and staffing support as operational needs require, including Echols County (Statenville), Cook County (Adel), Lanier County (Lakeland), and Brooks County (Quitman). The Georgia Department of Public Health works to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles throughout the state by preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters. The position is part of a public health team focused on serving Georgians. In identified emergencies, the employee may be required to assist with the department’s emergency responsibilities. The position offers a starting salary of $55,964.40. Full-time salaried employee benefits include a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, an 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. The department authorizes up to 30 minutes of physical activity during the workday to support employee wellness.
Requirements
- Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
- Complete a PHN course within one year of hire.
- Current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license.
- CPR certification.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Public Health RN Protocols.
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
Responsibilities
- Provide professional nursing care in accordance with established nursing protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Travel to South Health District locations to provide nursing services and staffing support based on operational needs.
- Assist in meeting the department’s emergency responsibilities if an emergency is identified.
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Training opportunities
- Health insurance
- Employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS)
- Deferred compensation
- 13 paid holidays
- Vacation leave
- Sick leave
- Paid parental leave
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Long-term care insurance
- Life insurance
- Up to 30 minutes of physical activity during the workday
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
