Public Health Licensed Practical Nurse 1
1 month ago
Public Health Licensed Practical Nurse 1
Troup County Health Department
District 4 Public Health
900 Dallis Street
Lagrange, GA 30240
Under broad supervision, provide assistance to public health nurses and county programs. Provides general direct nursing care. Care includes providing medical treatments, administering medication, and giving injections. Assigned to specific clinical duties within the scope of an LPN practice in public health and acts as lead worker over specified projects or programs.
All District 4 Public Health, County BOH employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event not limited to but including, staffing a shelter, a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or Point of Distribution site (POD). When you are called on to participate, you are expected and it will be a part of your job requirement to participate, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.
Job Responsibilities
- Administers immunizations to all age patients according to established guidelines & procedures.
- Performs annual school & daycare immunization audits.
- Completes quarterly reports.
- Assists with annual scoliosis screenings.
- Participates in health fairs and educational programs.
- Performs TB screenings and administers PPD skin test, in clinic and outreach events.
- Prepares to respond to public health emergencies and responds as directed.
- Uses computer technology to collect, store, and retrieve data.
- Participates in program planning.
- Communicates in writing, orally, and through electronic means, with proper terminology and cultural proficiency.
- Incorporates strategies for interacting with persons form diverse backgrounds (e.g., cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, gender, age, ethnic, sexual orientation, professional, religious affiliation, mental and physical capabilities).
- Adheres to the organization’s policies and procedures.
- Uses individual, team, and organizational learning opportunities for personal and professional development.
- Trains to provide front desk duties as backup coverage.
- Assists with working up patients, including but not limited to vital signs, medical history, and medication review.
- Manages medication and vaccine inventory.
PH Licensed Practical Nurse Level 1 - (Annual salary - $33,000)
Vocational/Technical degree in licensed practical nursing from an accredited college AND current Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse AND CPR certification AND completion of all necessary orientation and training for Public Health LPN. No experience required.
Additional Information
Preferred Qualifications
- Public Nursing Health experience
- Experience with screenings, immunizations, GRITS, and interviewing patients
- Bilingual Spanish/English Speaking Language
- 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
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. Position will remain open until filled and is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
- District 4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer*
Applicants chosen for employment will be subject to the following
Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting
Pre-employment Drug Screening
Reference Checks & Immunizations Requirements
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Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
Benefits
What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
- 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
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