Bilingual Public Health Nurse (RN or LPN) (Part-Time)

The DeKalb County Health Department is seeking a Public Health Nurse to work part time (up to 3 days, 22.5 hours per week). Under the direction of the Program Coordinator, the Public Health Nurse provides direct patient care within various public health programs.

Responsibilities

• Works in the Family Planning program, assisting in exams as well as testing and treating infections, pregnancy testing, counseling and education, assisting with birth control choices including long-acting methods.
• Assists with communicable disease investigations and reporting.
• Provides nursing professional services to various programs as needed in the Community Health and Prevention Division.

Requirements

• Requires current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.
• One year experience in health care or community services setting required.
• Previous experience in public health (especially in women's health) preferred.
• Ability to be organized, flexible, problem solve and be part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to quickly establish and maintain positive relationships with the public and employees.
• May require some early evening hours.

Compensation Package

• Starting at:
  • Public Health RN - $29.28 per hour
  • Public Health LPN - $23.05 per hour
• Eligible for paid time off and holiday pay based on hours worked
• Eligible for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Eligible for annual bilingual stipend
• This is an AFSCME Bargaining Unit position

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Between Monday and Friday

Work Location: In Person

I understand that employment may be conditioned upon successfully passing a background check.

I hereby affirm that the information provided on this application and accompanying resume, is true and complete. I understand that any false or misleading representations of omissions on the application or during the hiring process may disqualify me from further consideration for employment and may result in discharge even if discovered at a later date.

I hereby authorize DeKalb County Government to conduct or participate in an investigation of personal background, work history, licensure, and police record as may be necessary to verify the information provided in this application and to determine my fitness to hold the position for which I have applied.

I hereby authorize persons, schools, my current employer (if applicable) and previous employers and other organizations to provide DeKalb County Government with any requested information regarding my application or suitability for employment, and I completely release all such persons or entities from any and all liability related to the provided or use of such information.