Public Health Registered Nurse

Georgia Department of Public Health•Macon - District 5-2 Hope Center, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Public Health Registered Nurse at the North Central Health District's HOPE Center in Macon, Georgia, you will join a dedicated team of public health professionals committed to protecting the health and well-being of communities across the state by supporting vital public health initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a great schedule and a healthy work-life balance, allowing you to grow your career while maintaining time for what matters most to you.

Requirements

Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
One (1) year of nursing experience
Completion of a PHN course within one year of hire
Current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license
CPR certification

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of experience at the lower-level PH Registered Nurse 1 (HCP190) or position equivalent.

Responsibilities

Identify and address the health needs of high-risk populations by developing and implementing targeted interventions based on population needs and available resources.
Participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of quality improvement initiatives.
Provide treatment, administer medications and vaccines, and deliver preventive and maintenance care to patients and families in accordance with care plans and/or physician treatment plans.
Screen and refer clients to appropriate community service providers.
Participate in drills and exercises related to pandemic influenza, mass sheltering, and mass dispensing.
Participate in the planning, organization, and evaluation of program areas to ensure program goals and objectives are met.
Provide clinical services to target populations.
Apply population health principles to promote health, prevent disease, and improve health outcomes.
Provide healthcare, first aid, immunizations, and assistance with convalescence and rehabilitation.
Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients’ healthcare needs.
Conduct community needs assessments.
Develop comprehensive plans of care for individuals, families, and populations.
Modify client treatment plans based on client responses and changing health conditions.
Provide health education, instructions, and classes to individuals and families to promote and maintain health.
Coordinate program services with healthcare providers, community organizations, and other service partners to support effective implementation.
Develop and sustain community partnerships.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Responsibilities and essential functions may change to meet organizational needs.