PH Registered Nurse - Toombs

Georgia Department of Public Health•Lyons Toombs County), GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Toombs County Health Department is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill the full-time, salaried position of PH Registered Nurse based in Lyons, GA. The Southeast Health District's mission is 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. 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.
Bilingual.

Responsibilities

Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care in accordance with nurse protocols.
Provides community health services in programs such as Women’s Health, Child Health, Adult Health, etc. to the general public.
Assesses the client’s condition, develops plans of care, provides treatments, educates clients, and refers clients to agencies that can assist in meeting social and/or health needs.
Records pertinent observations and responses to treatment.
Adheres 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.
Ensures 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.