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We Offer
- Exceptional learning and growth opportunities
- Flexibility within our core operating hours of Monday Friday 8 am 5 pm
- Employee recognition program
- Worksite Wellness activities
- Diverse workforce
Job Responsibilities
Purpose of the Position: Under general 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 population with special needs during disasters/emergencies and biological and chemical protocols. Vaccine administration and management for all age groups, child health screenings for school entry, PPD screening, and lab services as indicated including phlebotomy and pregnancy testing. Provide International Travel Consultations which includes assessing the need for malaria prophylaxis, determining required/recommended vaccines, and counseling clients on other risks they may encounter when traveling. This position works to promote and protect the health and safety of the residents of Cobb and Douglas Counties.
Essential Functions (include, But Are Not Limited To)
- Qualified candidate must be capable of functioning independently and with groups, critical thinking skills are a must.
- Identifies high risk populations and tailor interventions based on the needs of the population and the resources available.
- Screens and refers clients to other community service providers.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university AND current Georgia license to practice as a Registered 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 PHN course within one year of hire and a current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification.
Preferred Qualifications: Public Health Nursing experience. Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in Georgia as well as skills in basic computer functions and communication. Community Health Nursing experience
Work Conditions & Physical Demands: Position does not require an excessive physical exertion but is not a sedentary position. Requires lifting of less than 50 pounds of educational materials or supplies, walking through local facilities on site visits and desk work.
Salary Information: $35.00/ Hour / Up to 29 hrs./ week | No Benefits
- THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SATISFACTORY APPLICANT POOL HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED
Cobb and Douglas Public Health a nationally accredited health department, headquartered in Marietta, Georgia since 1920 promotes and protects the health and safety of the residents of Cobb and Douglas counties in partnership with several other agencies. CDPH is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate based on age, genetics, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, color, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, race or religion.
TO APPLY: In order to successfully apply for a position; the hiring agency requires interested applicants to complete the Cobb & Douglas Public Health s Online Employment Application. This job application can be found at:
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Additional Information
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Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.
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