Description
We are Accepting Applications for the Following Position:
Hourly Public Health Nurse (10389)
Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur, GA, the DeKalb County Board of Health works to protect, promote and improve the health and well-being of all DeKalb County residents.
Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives. If you have a passion for people and are looking to make an impact on the health of the community, we invite you to join our team! For more information about our agency please visit dekalbhealth.net.
Location: T.O. Vinson Health Center
Division/Department: Clinical Services
Salary: $35.00 Hourly / Pay Grade L / Job Code T7001
Job Responsibilities
Identifies high risk populations and tailor interventions based on the needs of the population and the resources available. Provides treatments, administers medications/vaccines and provides preventive and maintenance care to patient/families consistent with nurse protocols. Screens and refers clients to other community service providers. Participates in the planning, organizing and evaluation of program areas to ensure the goals and objective(s) of the program are met. Provides clinical services to target population. Applies principles of population health to practice. Conducts comprehensive assessments of client's health care needs. Develops comprehensive plans of care for individual, families, and populations. Modifies client treatment plans as indicated by client's responses and conditions. Provides health education instruction and/or classes to individuals, families, for the promotion and maintenance of health. Develops and sustains community partnerships. Participates in drills and exercises on pandemic influenza, mass sheltering, and mass dispensing. Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision. May manage specific program activities and/or specific program evaluations. Adheres to all DCBOH policies and procedures.
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 in nursing from an accredited college or university 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: Prior experience in a medical office setting with excellent customer service skills. Public Health experience is a plus. Knowledge and usage of computers and Windows Software related programs. The ability to translate English to Spanish and Spanish to English orally and in writing is preferred but not required.
Additional Information
NOTE: Thank you for your interest in DKPH. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide application status by phone or email. All qualified candidates will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview.
Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. We have the right to close any position at any time for any reason.
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY FOR THIS POSITION & COMPLETE APPLICATION IN: "Career Opportunities" at Job Opportunities | Locations: dekalb county | Sorted by Posting Date descending | JOB OPPORTUNITIES (governmentjobs.com)If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: jannise.gray1@dph.ga.gov.
DEKALB PUBLIC HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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