PH Registered Nurse - WIC
About The Position
The Southeast Health District, WIC program is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill the full-time, salaried position of PH Registered Nurse based in Statesboro, Metter, Claxton, Glennville or Reidsville, GA. It is our mission at the Southeast Health District, to promote and protect the health of people in Southeast Georgia, wherever they live, work and play, uniting with individuals, families, and communities to improve and enhance their quality of life. We have clinic locations in 16 counties in Georgia, including Appling, Atkinson, Bacon, Brantley, Bulloch, Candler, Charlton, Clinch, Coffee, Evans, Jeff Davis, Pierce, Tattnall, Toombs, Ware and Wayne counties. As a member of the Southeast Health District, 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. 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 the people of Georgia. Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths. Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career. Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a 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 yourself.
Requirements
- Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
- Completion of a PHN course within one (1) year of hire
- Current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license
- CPR certification
Nice To Haves
- Completion of a bachelor’s degree in nursing.
- One year of experience as a registered professional nurse.
- Public health experience.
- WIC experience or experience providing nutrition education.
- Bilingual.
Responsibilities
- Under general supervision, provide nutrition assessments, education, and counseling to WIC participants.
- Develop and document nutrition care plans for participants as required by state and district nutrition guidelines.
- Will travel to assigned clinics to provide nutrition assessments, education, and counseling to WIC participants.
- Serves as a resource on WIC procedures and nutrition to district staff and community partners.
- Train clinic staff on WIC procedures as needed.
- Adhere to protocols set in place for vaccine administration and specimen collection, including but not limited to appropriate patient identification, registration, preparation and administration of vaccine, labeling, requisitioning, and preparation of specimens for transport to the lab by courier.
- This position may provide professional nursing care in accordance with nurse protocols as needed.
- Ensure that all safety precautions, HIPAA requirements and data entry are accurate and acknowledged.
- Administer vaccinations during designated events such as mass vaccination clinics or in the event of a declared emergency.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Benefits
- Wellness breaks during the workday (up to 30 minutes per workday for wellness activities)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
