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PH REGISTERED NURSE 1, 2, OR 3 - DOUGLASVILLE


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TO APPLY

Please visit: www.cdph-ess.com

Applicants who do not apply using the CDPH link provided above will NOT be considered.

For other CDPH career opportunities, please visit:

http://www.cobbanddouglaspublichealth.com/about-us/career-center/


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

Requirements

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.

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.

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

Qualifications

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 WA***

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


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AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Date Posted
03/12/2026
Job Reference
00002592
Organization
District 3-1 County Position
Location
Cobb/Douglas County, GA
Category
Nursing
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