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Georgia Department of Public Health

Public Health RN 2- Pembroke

Georgia Department of Public Health, Pembroke, Georgia, United States, 31321


Salary:

$58,547.06 Annually

Location :

Pembroke, GA

Job Type:

Full Time Salaried

Job Number:

2024-08139

Division/Section:

District 9-1 County Position

Opening Date:

10/29/2024

Closing Date:

11/17/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Description

Pay Grade: L

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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 playWork with

a Dynamic and Diverse Team - Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengthsAchieve Career Longevity

- Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term careerTake Part in a Hands-on Working Culture

- Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your roleFeel Pride in Where you Work

- Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

Assess client health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Administer nursing care to Health Department clients. May advise clients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Nurse will provide Public Health services to clients on a daily basis. Cares for population with special needs during disasters/emergencies and biological and chemical protocols.M-F work schedule-13 paid holidays-Excellent benefit package

All Coastal Health District, County Health Department employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event not limited to but including, staffing a shelter, a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or Point of Dispensing site (POD). When you are called on to participate, you are expected and it will be a part of your job requirement to participate, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.Job Responsibilities

1. Provides comprehensive assessment of client's health care needs2. Provides treatments, administers medications/vaccines, and preventative/maintenance care to clients and families3. Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate client care plans4. Maintains accurate, detailed reports and client records5. Modifies client treatment plans as indicated by clients responses and conditions6. Monitors all aspects of client care, including diet and physical activity7. Monitors, records and reports symptoms and changes in clients conditions8. Prepares clients for, and assists with, examinations and treatments9. Prepares rooms, sterile instruments, equipment and supplies, and ensures that stock of supplies is maintained10. Provides education to clients, families, and community service providers11. Provides health care, first aid, and immunizations12. Provides school related health care services.Minimum Qualifications

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 OR 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.Preferred Qualifications:BSN; Previous Public Health experience strongly preferred. Applicants hired for the position with an ASN degree will be required to successfully complete an approved School of Nursing BSN Level Health Assessment Course if they have not previously done so.Additional Information

For more information on the State of Georgia Benefits visit http://team.georgia.gov/

Benefits for Full Time Eligible Employees• 13 Paid Holidays• Generous Leave Package-Educational Support Leave and 3 weeks each accrued Annual and Sick Leave• Defined Benefit retirement plan• Health Insurance• Dental Insurance• Vision Insurance• Health Care Spending Account• Dependent Care Spending Account• Life Insurance• AD&D Insurance• Disability Insurance• Legal Insurance• Long-Term Care Insurance• Specified Illness• Deferred Compensation (401K & 457 Plans)Additional Perks• A supportive and rewarding work environment• Physical Activity Breaks• Employee Assistance Program• Employee discount program• Tuition Assistance

To learn more about the Coastal Health District visit -Applicants chosen for employment will be subject to the followingCriminal Background Check/FingerprintingReference Checks & Immunizations Required* May be subject to pre-employment drug screenDue to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted

via email

by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.*Coastal Health District is an Equal Opportunity Employer*The State will not unlawfully consider an applicant's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, genetic information, political affiliation, protected uniformed service, or other legally protected category when making selections.If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), notify this agency of your request by the closing date of this announcement.

Standard Benefits for FULL Time Salaried EmployeesIn addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.No benefits are offered for part time employees.

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How many years experience do you have working in public health?

NoneLess than 1 year1+ years2+ years3 years or more

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The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?

YesNo

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Do you have a 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 OR Associate's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university AND One 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?

YesNo

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