Bartow RN 1 or 2
Georgia Department of Public Health
Cartersville, Georgia
Public Health
Posted Aug 31 · New grads welcomed
- Hours a week
- 40
- Unit
- Public Health
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- 40 hours
- Term
- Permanent
- Setting
- Public Health
- Accepts
- RN
- Experience
- New graduates
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
- Relocation
- No help offered
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.
About this role
Pay Grade: K
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Who We Are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing for and responding to disasters.
What We Offer. As a member of the DPH team, you will join a group of passionate individuals dedicated to serving Georgians. Regardless of your role, you will contribute to protecting lives while enjoying a wide range of benefits.
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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 the people of Georgia. Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career. Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a 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 yourself.
Join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.
This position is located at the Bartow County Health Department in Cartersville, Georgia. This position is an unclassified, full-time position working 40 hours per week. Please complete your online application with current and previous employment details and duties.
RN 1 - $59,143.44
RN 2 -$66,351.60
Job Responsibilities
Under supervision, provides professional nursing care in accordance with nurse protocols, policies and/or procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university AND completion of a PHN course within one year of hire AND current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license AND CPR certification. Note: No experience required.
Additional Information
The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
CBH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. CBH may contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
The District Human Resource Department must receive an official transcript and/or proof of licenses, certifications prior to employment.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, E-Verify, reference check and a criminal background check.
As an employee of CBH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
Must be within a reasonable commuting distance. Relocation assistance is not provided.
ADA Statement
CBOH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, contact 706-295-6704.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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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 receive an interview. CBH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application 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.
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 and sick leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.
Standard Benefits For Part-Time Employees
Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan.
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“Note: No experience required. Additional Information The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness” · from this posting
Requirements
- Associate's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university AND completion of a PHN course within one year of hire AND current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license AND CPR certification. Note: No experience required.
- Additional Information
- The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
- The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
- Employment Information
- CBH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. CBH may contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
- The District Human Resource Department must receive an official transcript and/or proof of licenses, certifications prior to employment.
- The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, E-Verify, reference check and a criminal background check.
- As an employee of CBH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
- Must be within a reasonable commuting distance. Relocation assistance is not provided.
- ADA Statement
- CBOH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, contact 706-295-6704.
- DPH is 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 receive an interview. CBH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application 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.
Place
- City
- Cartersville, Georgia
- Rent against this pay
- 24% of monthly gross
- Local household income
- $84,437/yr
- State price level
- 4% below the national average
$1,229 median rent against $5,200 a month at $30/hr for 40 hours a week, before tax.
all local households, not nurse pay
Georgia index 96.3, where 100 is the national average.
Cartersville sits about an hour northwest of Atlanta, offering a quieter pace with easy access to big-city amenities. The town is known for the Booth Western Art Museum and nearby Etowah River, giving it a mix of small-town charm and cultural appeal. A solid option for nurses seeking a slower lifestyle without being too far from metro resources.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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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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