Public Health Registered Nurse, Level 1, 2, or 3

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Albany, GA
Job Type: Full Time Salaried
Job Number: 2026-00979
Division/Section: District 8-2 County Position
Opening Date: 08/21/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


Description
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Public Health Registered Nurse, Level 1, 2, or 3

(Based on qualifications/experience )

Posted Date : August 21, 2026 Closing Date: OpenUntil Filled

Position Type: 1 Full-Time Position

Location: Southwest Public Health District/May be housed in Baker, Dougherty, or Early County

Paygrade/Salary: K-$51.811.26, L -$58,547.06 or M-$66,168.17

Job Code(s): HCP190, HCP191, HCP192
We offer: 13 paid holidays, Educational Support Leave, 3 wks. accrual of Annual Leave & 3 wks. accrual of Sick Leave. A defined benefit retirement plan, plus (employer-matched) 401(k) plan. Health and Flexible Benefits (Dental, Vision, Legal, Long Term Care, Dependent Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Spending Accounts

Job Responsibilities

• Provides home visiting services within the 14-county health district to identify, assess, and provide care coordination services to eligible perinatal patients and qualifying infants.
• Identifies high-risk populations and tailors interventions based on the needs of the population and resources available.
• Provides outstanding customer service and maintains HIPAA standards related to Privacy and Security.
• Under broad supervision, provides professional nursing care in accordance with nurse protocols, policies and/or procedures. Promotes the program through community engagement and outreach events.
• Provides referrals and linkages to appropriate services when medical and environmental risks are identified.
• Must maintain CPR certification
• Responds to Public Health Emergencies

Minimum Qualifications
Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university, completion of a PHN course within one (1) year of hire, and current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification. (Please mail or bring a copy of your college transcript or diploma for the interview-you must have an official transcript prior to the start date) . Physical Requirements include occasional lifting of up to 45 lbs. and the ability to bend and reach up.

Additional Information
Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's OR Master's degree in nursing, public health, or related field from an accredited college or university
• Previous employment with any state's Department of Public Health or a County Board of Health
• Experience conducting home visits and patient home assessments
• Experience with providing intervention services for high-risk newborns and infants
• Experience with Case Management and Community Outreach
• One or more years of Labor and Delivery experience
• Bilingual (Spanish and English).

A State Merit Application for Employment must be submitted to this office by the deadline. Highlight any experience relevant to the preferred qualifications. This position may require driving company vehicles (a valid driver's license is necessary) and working some evenings and weekends during special events such as health fairs and disaster responses. The selected applicant must consent to a motor vehicle record assessment. Points should be fewer than 10 and should not negatively impact insurance rates for the agency. A drug screening, criminal background check, and immunization records may be required. If selected, male applicants aged 18 to 26 must provide proof of Selective Service registration. All submitted information is subject to verification.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees
Part-time employees receive the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and paid parental leave.
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Do you have experience working for the Department of Public Health, a Public Health District, or a County Health Department?

• Department of Public Health
• Public Health District
• County Health Department
• None of the above

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Do you have a Bachelor's OR Master's degree in nursing, public health, or a related field from an accredited college or university

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

03


Do you have experience conducting home visits and patient home assessments?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience with providing intervention services for high-risk newborns and infants?

• Yes
• No

05


Do you have experience with Case Management and Community Outreach?

• Yes
• No

06


Do you have one or more years of Labor and Delivery experience?

• Yes
• No

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Are you able to accurately communicate and translate Spanish and English?

• Yes
• No

Required Question