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.

Job Responsibilities

• 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 from 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.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Public Health Nursing Experience
• Experience with screening, GRITS, and interviewing patients
• Bilingual Spanish/English Speaking Language

Additional Information

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

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Additional Perks:

• A supportive and rewarding work environment
• Physical Activity Breaks
• Worksite Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. 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.

*District 4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer* The State will not unlawfully consider an applicant's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, genetic information, political affiliation, protected uniformed service, or other legally protected category when making selections.

Applicants chosen for employment will be subject to the following Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Pre-employment Drug Screening, Reference Checks & Immunizations Requirements.

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Who we are. We protect lives. 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.

What we offer. 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

Benefits

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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