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Registered Nurse 1, 2, or 3 - Smyrna

RN · Public Health

Posted Aug 13 · New grads welcomed

Shift
8-hour days
Unit
Public Health

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
M- F 8 am – 5 pm
Term
Permanent
Setting
Public Health
Accepts
RN
Experience
New graduates

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
This role$30/hr
nursing in Georgia$40/hr

The median for nursing in Georgia is $40/hr, across 331 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.

Overtime
$55/hr
Loan repayment
Student Loan Repayment
Tuition assistance
Employee Education Reimbursement

About this role

Do not apply on this site, see instructions below

To apply

Please visit: www.cdph-ess.com

For Other CDPH Career Opportunities, Please Visit: http://www.cobbanddouglaspublichealth.com/about-us/career-center/

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Exceptional Benefits Include

  • 13 Paid Holidays
  • 3 Weeks Annual Leave
  • 3 Weeks Sick Leave
  • Flexibility within or core working hours of M- F 8 am – 5 pm
  • Employer 401K match
  • Student Loan Repayment
  • Employee Education Reimbursement
  • Payroll Deductible Health Benefits
  • Pension Plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Worksite Wellness Activities
  • Employee Recognition Program
  • Diverse Workforce
  • Opportunities for Advancement

Job Responsibilities

Purpose of the Position: Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care in accordance with nurse protocols, policies and/or procedures. Focuses on the prevention of illness, injury or disability, the promotion of health and maintenance of the health of populations. Cares for population with special needs during disasters/emergencies and biological and chemical protocols. This position works to promote and protect the health and safety of the residents of Cobb and Douglas Counties.

Essential Functions Include, But Are Not Limited To

Assists with conducting comprehensive assessments of client’s health care needs. Assists with conducting community needs assessment. Identifies high-risk populations and tailor interventions based on the needs of the population and the resources available.

Minimum Qualifications

External candidates: will be hired as a RN 1 OR RN 2; based on education and/or experience

Internal candidates: are eligible for a lateral transfer as a RN 2 or RN 3;must be currently working in the same job code

RN 1 Minimum

Qualifications

Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and completion of a PHN course within one (1) year of hire and current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification..$55,003.33 Annually / Pay Grade K

RN 2 Minimum

Qualifications

Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of nursing experience and completion of a PHN course within one year of hire and current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification; or one (1) year of experience at the lower-level PH Registered Nurse 1 (HCP190) or position equivalent. $61,706.94 Annually / Pay Grade L

RN 3 Minimum Qualifications-Internal Only: Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of nursing experience and completion of a PHN course within one year of hire and current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification; or two (2) years of experience at the lower-level PH Registered Nurse 2 (HCP191) or position equivalent.$68,519.83 Annually / Pay Grade M

Preferred Job-Related

Skills

A Bachelor's degree in Nursing OR Completed Physical Assessment Course. Professional experience in public health nursing. Excellent customer service skills.

Remote Work:-Employees authorized for remote/hybrid work must reside and perform their job duties exclusively within the state of Georgia. Remote/hybrid work arrangements outside the state are not permitted under current policy.

Current state employees’ salary will be subject to State Personnel Board rule provisions. If you have questions regarding salary, please do not hesitate to contact HR

Applications Accepted:*THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SATISFACTORY APPLICANT POOL HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED

Cobb and Douglas Public Health a nationally accredited health department, headquartered in Marietta, Georgia since 1920 promotes and protects the health and safety of the residents of Cobb and Douglas counties in partnership with several other agencies. CDPH is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate based on age, genetics, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, color, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, race or religion.

TO APPLY: In order to successfully apply for a position; the hiring agency requires interested applicants to complete the Cobb & Douglas Public Health’s Online Employment Application. This job application can be found at: www.cdph-ess.com. Click on "Employment Opportunities" and locate this position, click “Apply” and begin your application process.

Voted one of atlanta’s healthiest employers

Thank you for your interest in CDPH. 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.

Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.

If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: Natasha. Hart@dph.ga.gov

CDPH has adopted the Council on Linkages Core Competency for Public Health Professionals.

Do not apply on this site, see instructions below

To apply

Please visit: www.cdph-ess.com

For Other CDPH Career Opportunities, Please Visit: http://www.cobbanddouglaspublichealth.com/about-us/career-center/

Application details and notices

An equal opportunity employer

Additional Information

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RN 1 Minimum Qualifications: Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and completion of a PHN course within one (1) year of hire and current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification..$55,003.33 Annually / Pay Grade K· from this posting

Requirements

  • External candidates: will be hired as a RN 1 OR RN 2; based on education and/or experience
  • Internal candidates: are eligible for a lateral transfer as a RN 2 or RN 3;must be currently working in the same job code
  • RN 1 Minimum
  • Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and completion of a PHN course within one (1) year of hire and current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification..$55,003.33 Annually / Pay Grade K
  • RN 2 Minimum
  • Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of nursing experience and completion of a PHN course within one year of hire and current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification; or one (1) year of experience at the lower-level PH Registered Nurse 1 (HCP190) or position equivalent. $61,706.94 Annually / Pay Grade L
  • RN 3 Minimum Qualifications-Internal Only: Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of nursing experience and completion of a PHN course within one year of hire and current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license and CPR certification; or two (2) years of experience at the lower-level PH Registered Nurse 2 (HCP191) or position equivalent.$68,519.83 Annually / Pay Grade M
  • Preferred Job-Related
  • A Bachelor's degree in Nursing OR Completed Physical Assessment Course. Professional experience in public health nursing. Excellent customer service skills.
  • Remote Work:-Employees authorized for remote/hybrid work must reside and perform their job duties exclusively within the state of Georgia. Remote/hybrid work arrangements outside the state are not permitted under current policy.
  • Current state employees’ salary will be subject to State Personnel Board rule provisions. If you have questions regarding salary, please do not hesitate to contact HR
  • Applications Accepted:*THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SATISFACTORY APPLICANT POOL HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED
  • Cobb and Douglas Public Health a nationally accredited health department, headquartered in Marietta, Georgia since 1920 promotes and protects the health and safety of the residents of Cobb and Douglas counties in partnership with several other agencies. CDPH is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate based on age, genetics, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, color, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, race or religion.
  • TO APPLY: In order to successfully apply for a position; the hiring agency requires interested applicants to complete the Cobb & Douglas Public Health’s Online Employment Application. This job application can be found at: www.cdph-ess.com. Click on "Employment Opportunities" and locate this position, click “Apply” and begin your application process.
  • VOTED ONE OF ATLANTA’S HEALTHIEST EMPLOYERS
  • Thank you for your interest in CDPH. 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.
  • Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.
  • If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: Natasha. Hart@dph.ga.gov
  • CDPH has adopted the Council on Linkages Core Competency for Public Health Professionals.
  • AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
  • Additional Information
  • DO NOT APPLY ON THIS SITE, SEE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW
  • TO APPLY
  • Please visit: www.cdph-ess.com
  • For Other CDPH Career Opportunities, Please Visit: http://www.cobbanddouglaspublichealth.com/about-us/career-center/
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Place

City
Marietta, Georgia
Median rent
$1,586/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities

Local household income
$72,725/yr

all local households, not nurse pay

State price level
4% below the national average

Georgia index 96.3, where 100 is the national average.

Campus
Smyrna
Address
Marietta, GA, USA

Marietta offers a blend of historic Southern charm and metro-Atlanta convenience. Stroll the vibrant town square or hike nearby Kennesaw Mountain. With its welcoming community and relaxed suburban pace, it is a great place for nurses seeking balance near big-city amenities.

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The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the state-level public health agency serving Georgia, with this location based in Macon, Georgia. As a state public health department rather than a traditional clinical care facility, DPH focuses on population health,…

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