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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.

Benefits

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 PH Registered Nurse within the Gilmer County Health Department 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.

Location: Gilmer County Health Department in Ellijay, GA.

Job Responsibilities

Under broad supervision, provides professional nursing care in accordance with nurse protocols, policies and/or

procedures within but not limited to the areas of family planning, women's health, children's health, infectious disease, immunizations, STDs, and TB at the Gilmer and Fannin County Health Departments. Participates in community events and provides evidence-based education on various health promotion topics.

• Functions as an expanded role nurse providing care consistent with the patient's level of need.
• Promotion and maintenance of the health of the population served.
• Serves as a patient advocate and refers patients to community partners or private physicians, when indicated.
• Utilizes an electronic medical record program to accurately document patient care and enter billing information for reimbursement.
• Administers and dispenses medications and vaccines based on nursing assessments and established nurse protocol in accordance with family planning and immunization protocols.
• Provides education to clients, families, and community partners.
• Incorporates strategies for interacting with persons from diverse backgrounds (e.g. cultural, socioeconomic, education, race, gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, professional. religious affiliation, and mental or physical capabilities).
• Prepares to respond to public health emergencies as directed.
• Uses individual, team, and organizational learning opportunities for personal and professional development.
• 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 (1) year of hire AND current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license AND CPR certification

OR

Two (2) years of experience at the lower-level PH Registered Nurse 2 (HCP191) OR position equivalent.

Additional Information

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.