PH Registered Nurse - Clinch

About the Organization

The Clinch County Health Department is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill the full-time, salaried position of PH Registered Nurse based in Homerville, GA.

We are the Southeast Health District and our mission is to promote and protect the health of people in Southeast Georgia, wherever they live, work and play.

This position is offering a one-time 10% hiring incentive!

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career.
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a 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 yourself.

Under general supervision, provide professional nursing care in accordance with nurse protocols. Provide community health services in programs such as Women’s Health, Child Health, Adult Health, etc. to the general public. Assess client conditions, develop plans of care, provide treatments, educate clients, and refer clients to agencies that can assist in meeting social and/or health needs. Record observations and responses to treatment.

Adhere to protocols for vaccine administration and specimen collection, including patient identification, registration, preparation and administration of vaccine, labeling, requisitioning, and specimen transport to the lab by courier. Ensure safety precautions, HIPAA requirements and data entry are accurate and acknowledged. Administer vaccinations during designated events such as mass vaccination clinics or in the event of a declared emergency.

Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and completion of a PHN course within one (1) year of hire. Current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification.

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• One year of experience as a registered professional nurse.
• Public health experience.
• Bilingual.

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary. SEHD accepts educational credentials recognized by CHEA and/or DOE and will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensure, etc. The candidate selected may be subject to pre‑employment drug screening, a criminal background check, and fingerprint criminal records investigation. Under special circumstances, employees may be required to assist in meeting emergency responsibilities of the department.

The candidate selected will be required to provide an 'official' college transcript, if applicable. This position may close if a satisfactory applicant pool is identified.

SEHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.