PH Registered Nurse 2 or 3 bei Georgia Department of Public Health (GA), GA

About the Department

Who we are. We protect lives. 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. 

What we offer. 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.

As a Public Health Registered Nurse within the Living Bridge at the 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 the lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

Position Duties

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 a population with special needs during disasters/emergencies and biological and chemical protocols.
 
 Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Delivers initial medical and social support to new and returning patients.
• Creates and implements treatment plans for high-acuity cases. 
• Manages caseloads to ensure adherence to plan and coordination with community partners to secure services and follow-up on referrals.
•  Identifies high risk populations and tailors' interventions based on the needs of the population and the resources available.
• Provides treatments, administers medications/vaccines, and provides preventative and maintenance care to patients and families consistent with the care plan and/or physician treatment plan.
• Screens and refers clients to other community service providers.
• Participates in drills and exercises on pandemic influenza, mass sheltering, and mass dispensing.
• Participates in the planning, organizing, and evaluation of program areas to ensure the goals and objective(s) of the program are being met.
• Provides health care, first aid, immunizations, and assistance in convalescence and rehabilitation.
• Conducts comprehensive assessments of clients' health care needs.
• Conducts community needs assessments.
• Develops comprehensive plans of care for individuals, families, and populations.
• Modifies client treatment plans as indicated by clients' responses and conditions.
• Provides health education, instruction, and/or classes to individuals and families for the promotion and maintenance of health.
• Coordinates program services with other service providers and community organizations to promote optimal implementation.
• Develops and sustains community partnerships.
• Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Serves as a mentor to new nurses and/or preceptor for nursing students.
• May manage specific program activities and/or specific program evaluations.
• May supervise support staff or employees.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university AND one (1) year of nursing experience and completion of a PHN course within one year of hire and current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification. 

OR 

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Other Qualifications

Employment Information

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.

CBH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered.

All positions require criminal history record check. Required education credentials, license, certification and/or registration must be submitted prior to employment in the position. Some positions require pre-employment drug testing in which the applicant who is offered the position will be required to successfully complete.

As an employee of CBH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

This announcement is open to all persons meeting minimum qualifications. If special accommodations are needed, contact the District Personnel Office at 706/529-5757.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This posting is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

For more information regarding employment within the North Georgia Health District, please log on to our website at www.nghd.org.

The CBH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.