PH Part Time-Registered Nurse 2

Job TitleDawson County Health Department is seeking a part time Registered Nurse 2.Job DescriptionAs a PH Registered Nurse with Dawson County Health at the Georgia Department of Public Health - District 2, 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.Job ResponsibilitiesUnder 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.Knows vaccine schedules for children and adultsGives correct needed vaccines to children and adultsGives vaccines needed for school attendance along with correct certificationsConducts audits for school and day caresConducts scoliosis screenings for schoolsConducts hearing/vision/dental screenings needed for school attendanceCross-trains to TB, Child Health, Family Planning and IDC clinicsOther duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsBachelor'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.Preferred QualificationsSuperior interpersonal skillsAbility to work efficiently under established clinic protocolsExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to communicate effectively with corporate clientsSelf-directedAbility to complete tasks without detailed supervisionExcellent computer skillsExperience vaccinating all age groupsAbility to read, write and speak SpanishAdditional InformationTo be considered for employment at District 2 Public Health you must complete an online application. This job application can be found at www.dph.georgia.gov. Click on "About DPH" and then "Careers", locate position then click "Apply" to begin your application. Please make sure you have selected the specific job you are interested in and qualified for. You will receive an email or telephone call if you are selected to participate in the interview process. Please do not send hard copies of application materials. All information can be uploaded to the online system. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Notifications will be sent only to applicants who are selected for interviews. Applications must include an email address and daytime phone number where applicant can be reached. Incomplete applications may not be considered. Pre-employment drug screen and criminal records check (fingerprinting) are required. Note: An applicant who has a disability requiring special accommodations should contact this office. In accordance with Georgia's Drug Free Workplace Act, it has been determined that certain positions warrant pre-employment drug testing. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding employment with District 2 Public Health please visit our website at www.phdistrict2.org.