PH Part Time-Registered Nurse 2

Georgia Department of Public Health•Dawson County -Dawsonville, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Dawson County Health Department in Dawsonville, Georgia, is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse 2. Under general supervision, the nurse provides professional nursing care in accordance with nurse protocols, policies, and procedures. The role focuses on preventing illness, injury, and disability and promoting and maintaining the health of populations. It also includes caring for populations with special needs during disasters and emergencies and following biological and chemical protocols. The work takes place within the health department’s operating hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Tuesday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Friday from 8 a.m. to noon, mostly. The position is based at Dawson County Health Department, 54 Hwy 53 East, Dawsonville, GA 30534. Benefits are not included with this position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university, a current Georgia license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse, and CPR certification; OR an associate's degree or diploma in Nursing from an accredited college, one year of PHN experience, completion of a PHN course within one year of hire, a current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license, and CPR certification.
Pre-employment drug screening and criminal records check, including fingerprinting, are required.

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, with the ability to complete tasks without detailed supervision.
Excellent computer skills.
Experience vaccinating all age groups.
Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish.

Responsibilities

Provide professional nursing care in accordance with nurse protocols, policies, and procedures.
Focus on illness, injury, and disability prevention and on promoting and maintaining population health.
Care for populations with special needs during disasters and emergencies and follow biological and chemical protocols.
Know vaccine schedules for children and adults.
Administer appropriate vaccines to children and adults.
Provide vaccines and correct certifications needed for school attendance.
Conduct audits for schools and day cares.
Conduct scoliosis screenings for schools.
Conduct hearing, vision, and dental screenings needed for school attendance.
Cross-train to TB, Child Health, Family Planning, and IDC clinics.
Perform other duties as assigned.