Public Health Licensed Practical Nurse 3 - Immunization Travel Nurse

Public Health Licensed Practical Nurse 3

Immunization Travel Nurse

District 4 Public Health

301 Main Street

Lagrange, GA 30240

Under broad supervision, provides assistance to public health nurses and clinics. Provides general direct nursing care. Care includes administering vaccines, performing blood draws, taking vital signs, and providing patient education. Assigned to specific clinical duties within the scope of an LPN practice in public health and acts.

All District 4 Public Health, County BOH employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event not limited to but including, staffing a shelter, a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or Point of Distribution site (POD). When you are called on to participate, you are expected and it will be a part of your job requirement to participate, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.

Administers immunizations to all age patients according to established guidelines & procedures.

Provides patient education using approved resources/literature.

Performs annual school & daycare immunization audits.

Performs tracking and recall of patients in need of immunizations.

Assists with annual scoliosis screenings.

Participates' in health fairs and outreach events during and outside of normal business hours.

Performs TB screenings and administers PPD skin test, in clinic and outreach events.

Assists clinic nurses with daily vaccine count.

Assists with working up patients by taking vital signs and performing blood draws

Prepares to respond to public health emergencies and responds as directed.

Uses computer technology to collect, store, and retrieve data.

Participates in program planning.

Communicates in writing, orally, and through electronic means, with proper terminology and cultural proficiency.

Incorporates strategies for interacting with people form diverse backgrounds (e.g., cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, gender, age, ethnic, sexual orientation, professional, religious affiliation, mental and physical capabilities).

Adheres to the organization's policies and procedures.

Uses individual, team, and organizational learning opportunities for personal and professional development.

PH Licensed Practical Nurse 3

Vocational/Technical degree in licensed practical nursing from an accredited college AND four (4) years of LPN public health experience AND current Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse and CPR certification; OR one (1) year of experience required at the lower-level PH LPN 2 (HCT111) or position equivalent.

NOTE: Position requires travel to 12-county area. Travel reimbursement at current state of Georgia reimbursement rate.

Public Health Nursing Experience

Experience with screening, GRITS, and interviewing patients

Bilingual Spanish/English Speaking Language

Benefits for Full Time Eligible Employees:

13 Paid Holidays

Generous Leave Package

Employees Retirement System

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Care Spending Account

Dependent Care Spending Account

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Legal Insurance

Long-Term Care Insurance

Specified Illness

Deferred Compensation (401K & 457 Plans)

Atlanta Postal Credit Union

A supportive and rewarding work environment

Physical Activity Breaks

Worksite Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

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.

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 with a 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