PH RN-1 or 2

Georgia Department of Public Health•Hall County -Gainesville, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters. As an PH Registered Nurse within the Hall County Health Department, at the District Two, Georgia Department of Public Health, 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. District 2 Public Health serves 13 counties in northeast Georgia, including Banks, Dawson, Forsyth, Franklin, Habersham, Hall, Lumpkin, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Union, and White counties. One of the fastest growing regions in the state, District 2 includes rural and urban communities with diverse public health challenges.

Requirements

Associate's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university AND completion of a PHN course within one year of hire AND current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license AND CPR certification (PH RN 1)
Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university AND Current Georgia license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse AND CPR certification (PH RN 2 - Option 1)
Associate's degree/diploma in Nursing from an accredited college AND One year of PHN experience AND Completion of a PHN course within one year of hire AND Current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license AND CPR certification (PH RN 2 - Option 2)
Must complete an online application at www.dph.georgia.gov
Applications must include an email address and daytime phone number where applicant can be reached.

Nice To Haves

Superior interpersonal skills
Ability to work efficiently under established clinic protocols
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively with corporate clients
Self-directed
Ability to complete tasks without detailed supervision
Excellent computer skills
Bachelors degree in Nursing from a credited college or university
Experience vaccinating all age groups
Ability to read, write and speak Spanish

Responsibilities

Under supervision, provides professional nursing care in accordance with nurse protocols, policies and/or procedures (PH RN 1)
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. (PH RN 2)
Knows vaccine schedules for children and adults
Gives correct needed vaccines to children and adults
Gives vaccines needed for school attendance along with correct certifications
Conducts audits for school and day cares
Conducts scoliosis screenings for schools
Conducts hearing/vision/dental screenings needed for school attendance
Cross-trains to TB, Child Health, Family Planning and IDC clinics
Other duties as assigned