PH Registered Nurse - Wayne

Overview

The Wayne County Health Department is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill the full‑time, salaried position of PH Registered Nurse based in Jesup, GA. The mission of the Southeast Health District is to promote and protect the health of people in Southeast Georgia, wherever they live, work and play.

• 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 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 clients’ 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 pertinent observations and responses to treatment.

Adhere to protocols set for vaccine administration and specimen collection, including appropriate patient identification, registration, preparation, and administration of vaccine, labeling, requisitioning, and specimen transport. Ensure all safety precautions, HIPAA requirements, and data entry are accurate and acknowledged. Administer vaccinations during designated events such as mass vaccination clinics or during declared emergencies. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• 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.

SEHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.