Public Health Nurse

Overview

Public Health Nurse (10769) – DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) invites applications. Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur, GA, 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. For more information about our agency please visit

Location
:
Richardson Health Center

Division/Department
:
Clinical Services

Salary Information
: $66,351.55 Annually / JCCP Code HCP 191 / Pay Grade L

Benefits include: 13 Paid Holidays; 3 Weeks Annual Leave; 3 Weeks Sick Leave;
Flexible Schedules within our core working hours of M-F 8:15am-5pm;
Pension Plan;
Employer 401K Match;
Payroll Deductible Health Benefits;
Payroll Deductible Flex Benefits;
Flexible Spending Accounts;
Worksite Wellness;
Diverse Workforce;
Opportunities for Growth;
Hybrid teleworking option for eligible positions after probation.

Job Responsibilities

• This position evaluates the health conditions of People Living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA), appraising their needs, and recording the history of their encounter in a detailed fashion to ensure a comprehensive account of the patient’s well-being and visit.
• Assess, plan for, and provide basic nursing skills, in addition to performing CPR and, for some sites, AED.
• Develop and implement plans of care; understand nursing policies, procedures, protocols, treatments, standards of care and Nurse Practice Act; immunization regulation and protocols; pharmacology; and procedures for medication administration (oral, sublingual, IV).
• Tailor care provision and interventions based on the needs of PLWHA and the resources available.
• Provide treatments, administer medications/vaccines and deliver preventive and maintenance care to PLWHA and families consistent with nurse protocols.
• Screens and refers PLWHA to other internal and/or external providers as appropriate.
• Assist in planning, organizing and evaluating program areas to ensure the goals and objectives of the program are met.
• Prepare indicated clinic reports as assigned.
• Apply principles of population health to practice.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of PLWHA’s health care needs.
• Develop comprehensive plans of care for PLWHA, families, and populations.
• Modify PLWHA treatment plans as indicated by patient responses and conditions.
• Participate in PLWHA intake and orientation for program services.
• Provide health education instruction and/or classes to PLWHAs and families for the promotion and maintenance of health.
• Participate in individualized clinical, IT, and administrative trainings as assigned.
• Participate in drills and exercises on pandemic influenza, mass sheltering, mass dispensing, and other areas as indicated.
• Perform job responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• May serve as lead for various clinic processes as assigned.
• Adhere to all DKPH policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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 nursing 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 working in Public Health and with People Living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA). Knowledge of HIV Care Continuum and experience providing care to Ryan White patients. Knowledge and usage of computers and Windows Software related programs.

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 may include Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.

EEO Information

DEKALB PUBLIC HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.