PH Licensed Practical Nurse

Clarke County Health Department

Athens, Georgia

Annual Salary: $44,000
Job Code: HCT
110 |
Pay Grade: F |
Full-Time

The Northeast Health District is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Clarke County Health Department. This position provides direct patient care and clinical support across a variety of public health programs at the Clarke County Health Department Main location and East Athens Clinic location. The LPN works collaboratively with providers, registered nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while promoting health and disease prevention throughout the community.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including administering medications, immunizations, and health screenings under the direction of a Registered Nurse or healthcare provider.
• Educate patients on immunizations, preventive health practices, medications, and follow-up care to support informed healthcare decisions.
• Assist with patient referrals to healthcare providers and community resources to ensure continuity of care.
• Perform laboratory testing, collect specimens, and assist with minor clinical procedures in accordance with established protocols.
• Assist with challenging blood draws and support other clinical staff as needed to ensure efficient patient care.
• Monitor vaccine storage units by documenting refrigerator and freezer temperatures and assist with vaccine inventory and immunization quality assurance activities as assigned.
• Support the orientation and training of new clinical staff as assigned.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in the electronic health record.
• Maintain medical supplies, ensure equipment is properly sterilized, and complete required autoclave spore testing as assigned.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support public health emergency response activities as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of clinical nursing experience.
• Experience in public health, primary care, family planning, immunizations, or women’s health.
• Experience in performing phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• Experience using an electronic health record. (EHR)

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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.

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 witha 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

Employee Benefits

• 13 Paid Holidays
• Generous Annual and Sick Leave
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• State Retirement Plan
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Employee Discounts

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

No phone calls, applications accepted ONLINE ONLY through the link posted.