PRN Registered Nurse

Must be willing and able to work some weekends and other non-traditional hours. Travel is also required of this position.

About the role

At District Two, 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 lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways. District 2 Public Health serves 13 counties in northeast Georgia, including Banks, Dawson, Forsyth, Franklin, Habersham, Hall, Hart, Lumpkin, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Union, and White counties. One of the fastest growing regions in the state, District 2 includes rural and urban communities with diverse public health challenges.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• 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/diploma in Nursing from an accredited college 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.
• OR 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 year of hire (must be completed prior to cross training into any other programs) and current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification; or one (1) year of experience at the lower-level PH Registered Nurse 1 (HCP190) or position equivalent.

Benefits

• Employee retirement plan
• Deferred compensation
• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation & sick leave
• Dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance
• 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
• Wellness breaks (up to 30 minutes per workday) to engage in wellness activities

This position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal records check (fingerprinting). In accordance with Georgia's Drug Free Workplace Act, certain positions warrant pre-employment drug testing. In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department as a term and condition of employment.