Public Health Nurse

Salary

$66,351.55 Annually

Location

DeKalb County, GA

Job Type

Full Time Salaried

Job Number

Division/Section

District 3-5 County Position

Opening Date

12/03/2025

Closing Date

1/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description
We are Accepting Applications for the Following Position:

Public Health Nurse
Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur, GA, DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) 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

**LOCATION: Richardson Health Center

DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Clinical Services

SALARY INFORMATION: $66,351.55 Annually / Pay Grade L / Job Code HCP191**
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.

Employment with DeKalb Public Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. 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.

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 ( )If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to:

DEKALB PUBLIC HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Standard Benefits For Full-Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.

Standard Benefits For Part-Time Employees
Part-time employees receive the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and paid parental leave.

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The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?

• Yes
• No

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Have you ever worked for the Agency DeKalb Board of Health/ DeKalb Public Health that you are applying for?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you a current employee of DeKalb Public Health?

• Yes
• No

04

What is your highest level of education completed?

• Doctorate's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Associate's Degree
• High School Diploma
• GED

05

Do you currently hold an active Georgia Registered Professional Nurse (RN) license?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Nursing OR an Associate's degree in Nursing?

• Yes
• No

07

If hired, are you able to complete the required Public Health Nurse (PHN) course within one year of employment?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you currently have a valid CPR certification?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience administering vaccinations, medications, or providing preventive clinical care?

• Yes
• No

10

Are you comfortable performing comprehensive health assessments on individuals and families?

• Yes
• No

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Are you able to provide health education or teach health-related classes to individuals or groups?

• Yes
• No

12

Are you willing to conduct outreach or work with high-risk or vulnerable populations?

• Yes
• No

13

Are you able to work occasional evenings or weekends if required for public health response or community events?

• Yes
• No

14

Are you able to communicate effectively with diverse populations, including non-English speakers?

• Yes
• No

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Are you bilingual in English and Spanish?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Georgia Department of Public Health (GA)

Address 200 Piedmont Ave, SE

West Tower

Atlanta, Georgia, 30334

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