Registered Nurse - Jefferson

Registered Nurse - Jefferson

Location:

Jefferson, GA

Pay Grade: K

Job Code: HCP
190

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well‑being; and preparing for and responding to disasters. The Northeast Health District is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Jackson County Health Department in Jefferson, Georgia.

Under general supervision, the RN provides professional nursing care in accordance with nurse protocols, policies and/or procedures. Services include immunization, WIC, Family Planning, Women’s Health, Diabetes, Hypertension, STD, TB, and other preventive health services.

• 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 the people of Georgia.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long‑term career.
• Take Part in a Hands‑on Working Culture – Work in a 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 yourself.

• Provide professional nursing care in accordance with nurse protocols, policies and/or procedures.
• Focus on the prevention of illness, injury or disability and the promotion of health and maintenance of the health of populations.
• Provide care for populations with special needs during disasters/emergencies and biological and chemical protocols.
• Administer treatments for sexually transmitted infections, perform well‑women exams (pap smears, pelvic exams, breast exams) and provide preventive and maintenance care to patients and families in line with the care plan and nurse protocols.
• Administer medications including birth control, STI treatments, TB medications and vaccines.
• Function as part of a team and provide direct client services in a clinic setting.
• Provide nursing coverage at the Commerce location when needed.

Associate’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university, completion of a PHN course within one year of hire, current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license, and CPR certification.

Note:

No experience required.

Associate’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university, one year of nursing experience, completion of a PHN course within one year of hire, current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license, and CPR certification; or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university, current Georgia license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse, and CPR certification.

• 13 paid holidays
• Generous annual and sick leave
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• State retirement and savings plans
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development

• Physical activity breaks
• Worksite wellness program
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Employee discounts

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary. DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials. The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre‑employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance is not provided. In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.