About the Department

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Public Health Registered Nurse, Level 1 or 2

Posted Date: June 17, 2026 Closing Date: Open until filled

Position Type: 1 Full-Time Position

Location: Nutrition Services/WIC, Dougherty County (Based), providing

services in multiple counties throughout the 14-county health district

Paygrade/Salary: K-$51,811.56, or L-$58,547.06

(Based on qualifications/experience)

Job Code(s): HCP190, HCP191

We offer: 13 paid holidays, Educational Support Leave, 3 wks. accrual of Annual Leave & 3 wks. accrual of Sick Leave. A defined benefit retirement plan, plus (employee-matched) 401(k) plan. Health and Flexible Benefits (Dental, Vision, Legal, Long Term Care, Dependent Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Spending Accounts.

Position Duties

Provides outstanding customer service.
Maintains HIPAA standards related to Privacy and Security.
Performs assessments and provides Medical Nutrition Therapy for participants, including those who are high-risk.
Provides in-service training to WIC staff and the community.
Conducts hemoglobin/hct testing and obtains measurements.
Performs WIC certifications/recertification activities.
Maintains CPR Certification.
Provides counseling and nutrition education to individuals through remote and on-site appointments and in group classes.
Works with Head Start Programs to complete anthropometrics/certifications for eligible WIC participants.
May participate in health fairs, serve on committees, make presentations, and assist in other counties as assigned.
Responds to Public Health Emergencies

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree/diploma in Nursing from an accredited college AND Current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license. (Please mail or bring a copy of College Transcript or Diploma to Interview—must have official transcript prior to start date). This position requires the ability to lift up to 45 lbs.and the ability to bend and reach up.

Other Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Previous employment with any Department of Public Health or a County Board of Health/Health Department.
Experience working with breastfeeding mothers and their babies.
Experience working in a WIC program.
Experience with Georgia Registry of Immunization Transactions (GRITS)

A State Merit Application for Employment must be received by this office no later than the deadline. Highlight any experience related to the Preferred Qualifications. This position may require driving company vehicles (Valid driver’s license required) and working some evenings and weekends during special events such as health fairs and responding to disasters. Selected applicant must consent to a motor vehicle record assessment. Points should be less than 10 and/or not negatively impact insurance rates for the agency. Drug screen, criminal background check and immunization records may be required. If selected, male applicants between 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration. All information submitted is subject to verification.

We are 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 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.

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.

Supplemental Questions

Do you have a Bachelor's degree in nursing?

Do you have experience working for the Department of Public Health, a Public Health District, or a County Health Department?

Department of Public Health
Public Health District
County Board of Health
None of the above

Do you have experience working with Breastfeeding mothers and their babies?

How many years of experience do you have working in WIC?

None
1-2 years
2 or more years

Do you have experience working with the Georgia Registry of Immunization Transactions (GRITS) System?

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer: Georgia Department of Public Health (GA)
Address: 200 Piedmont Ave, SE

West Tower

Atlanta, Georgia, 30334
Website: http://dph.georgia.gov