Public Health RN

Georgia Department of Public Health•Richmond Co Health Dept Laney Walker, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Public Health RN within Richmond County Health Department, 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. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly 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 a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can: 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 Georgia Residents Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – 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 you. All East Central Health District 6 employees are deemed essential workers in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event including but not limited to: staffing a shelter, working at a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or working at a Point of Dispensing site (POD). If you are called on to participate, you are required to report to the designated site as a condition of employment, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.

Requirements

BSN required from accredited University
American Heart BLS certification

Nice To Haves

DPH background/prior employment desired
At least 1 year nursing experience
EMR experience
Women's Health experience desired
Immunization administrations/GRITS knowledge
MAPEP

Responsibilities

Administer immunizations and conduct screenings
Educate the public about preventing communicable diseases such as flu, COVID-19, Tuberculosis, etc
Provide clinical services for patients requiring annual exams, STI services and pregnancy tests
Follow medically directed clinical protocols to provide care and administer medications and treatments to patients
Provide health care information at outreach events and assist in community involvement opportunities
The registered nurse is a vital component of the DPH health services, lending aid to community health assessments, health education, disease prevention and control, emergency preparedness and advocacy and policy support