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Public Health Registered Nurse 1

Georgia Department of Public Health, Zebulon, GA, United States


Public Health Registered Nurse 1
Pike County Health Department,
District 4 Public Health,
541 Griffin Street, Zebulon, GA 30295.

Under broad 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 populations with special needs during disasters/emergencies and biological and chemical protocols.

All District 4 Public Health, County BOH employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency. You may be called to participate in events such as staffing a shelter, a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or Point of Distribution site (POD). Participation is a job requirement whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.

Job Responsibilities

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

Provides comprehensive physical assessments for all ages and clinical programs.

Functions as an expanded role nurse providing patient care consistent with patient’s level of need.

Develops care plans based on nursing assessment and established protocols.

Focuses on the prevention of illness, injury or disability, the promotion of health and maintenance of the health of the population.

Serves as patient advocate and refers patients to community partners or private physicians, when indicated.

Utilizes Electronic Medical Record to accurately document patient care and enter billing information for reimbursement.

Administers and dispenses medications and vaccines based on nursing assessment and according to established nurse protocol.

Provides education to clients, families, and community partners.

Incorporates strategies for interacting with persons from diverse backgrounds including cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, gender, age, ethnic, sexual orientation, professional, religious affiliation, mental and physical capabilities.

Prepares to respond to public health emergencies and responds as directed.

Assists with completing monthly/quarterly reports.

Uses individual, team, and organizational learning opportunities for personal and professional development.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university.

Completion of a Public Health Nursing (PHN) course within one year of hire.

Current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license.

CPR certification.

Note: No experience required.

PH Registered Nurse Level 1 (Annual Salary – $51,811.56).

Preferred Qualifications

Public Health Nursing experience.

Residents preferred for Emergency Preparedness Planning for the Health Department.

Benefits for Full Time Eligible Employees

13 Paid Holidays

Generous Leave Package

Employees Retirement System

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)

Atlanta Postal Credit Union

Additional Perks

A supportive and rewarding work environment

Physical Activity Breaks

Worksite Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Employer
District 4 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.

Background Checks and Screening

Criminal background check/fingerprinting

Pre‑employment drug screening

Reference checks & immunizations required

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