What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Nurse 2 position at DeKalb Public Health (GA)?
Salary
$66,351.55 Annually
Location
DeKalb County, GA
Job Type
Full Time Salaried
Job Number
2026-00144
Division/Section
District 3-5 County Position
Opening Date
04/07/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
We are Accepting Applications for the Following Position:
Public Health Nurse 2 (10221)
Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur, GA, DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) works to protect, promote and improve the health and well-being of all DeKalb County residents.
Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives. If you have a passion for people and are looking to make an impact on the health of the community, we invite you to join our team! For more information about our agency please visit dekalbpublichealth.com.
Exceptional Benefits Include
DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Clinical Services
SALARY INFORMATION: $66,351.55 Annually / Pay Grade L / Job Code HCP191
Job Responsibilities
Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care in accordance with established nurse protocols. Works in the program area of adult health (STD, Breast and Cervical Cancer Program, Pregnancy Testing/Perinatal Case Management), also provide immunizations to infants, children, and adults as well as hearing/vision and dental screenings. Performs client assessment, provides treatments, educates clients on health problems, and provides the necessary referrals to internal and external health care providers. Assists with weekly and monthly vaccine inventory and performs other duties as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university AND current Georgia license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse AND CPR certification
OR
Associate's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university AND One year of PHN experience AND completion of a PHN course within one year of hire AND current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license AND CPR certification.
Additional Information
NOTE: Thank you for your interest in DKPH. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide application status by phone or email. All qualified candidates will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview.
Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. We have the right to close any position at any time for any reason.
Employment with DeKalb Public Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. 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.
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY FOR THIS POSITION & COMPLETE APPLICATION IN: ”Career Opportunities” at Job Opportunities | Locations: dekalb county | Sorted by Posting Date descending | JOB OPPORTUNITIES (governmentjobs.com)If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: jannise.gray1@dph.ga.gov.
DEKALB PUBLIC HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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.
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The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?
Have you ever worked for the Agency DeKalb Board of Health/ DeKalb Public Health that you are applying for?
Are you a current employee of DeKalb Public Health?
What is your highest level of education completed?
If selected and required, are you willing and able to complete a PHN course within one (1) year of hire?
Do you currently hold an active Georgia Registered Professional Nurse (RN) license?
Do you currently hold a valid CPR certification?
Do you have experience providing immunizations to infants, children, and adults?
Do you have experience performing client assessments, treatments, and health education in a clinical setting?
Have you worked in Adult Health programs such as STD, Breast and Cervical Cancer screening, pregnancy testing, or case management?
Are you able to work in a fast-paced public health clinic environment serving diverse populations?
Employer Georgia Department of Public Health (GA)
Address 200 Piedmont Ave, SE
West Tower
Atlanta, Georgia, 30334
Website http://dph.georgia.gov
$66,351.55 Annually
Location
DeKalb County, GA
Job Type
Full Time Salaried
Job Number
2026-00144
Division/Section
District 3-5 County Position
Opening Date
04/07/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
We are Accepting Applications for the Following Position:
Public Health Nurse 2 (10221)
Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur, GA, DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) works to protect, promote and improve the health and well-being of all DeKalb County residents.
Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives. If you have a passion for people and are looking to make an impact on the health of the community, we invite you to join our team! For more information about our agency please visit dekalbpublichealth.com.
Exceptional Benefits Include
- 13 Paid Holidays
- 3 Weeks Annual Leave
- 3 Weeks Sick Leave
- Flexible Schedules within our core working hours of M-F 8:15am-5pm
- Pension Plan
- Employer 401K Match
- Payroll Deductible Health Benefits
- Payroll Deductible Flex Benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Worksite Wellness
- Diverse Workforce
- Opportunities for Growth
- Hybrid teleworking option for eligible positions after probation
DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Clinical Services
SALARY INFORMATION: $66,351.55 Annually / Pay Grade L / Job Code HCP191
Job Responsibilities
Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care in accordance with established nurse protocols. Works in the program area of adult health (STD, Breast and Cervical Cancer Program, Pregnancy Testing/Perinatal Case Management), also provide immunizations to infants, children, and adults as well as hearing/vision and dental screenings. Performs client assessment, provides treatments, educates clients on health problems, and provides the necessary referrals to internal and external health care providers. Assists with weekly and monthly vaccine inventory and performs other duties as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university AND current Georgia license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse AND CPR certification
OR
Associate's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university AND One year of PHN experience AND completion of a PHN course within one year of hire AND current Georgia Registered Professional Nurse license AND CPR certification.
Additional Information
NOTE: Thank you for your interest in DKPH. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide application status by phone or email. All qualified candidates will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview.
Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. We have the right to close any position at any time for any reason.
Employment with DeKalb Public Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. 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.
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY FOR THIS POSITION & COMPLETE APPLICATION IN: ”Career Opportunities” at Job Opportunities | Locations: dekalb county | Sorted by Posting Date descending | JOB OPPORTUNITIES (governmentjobs.com)If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: jannise.gray1@dph.ga.gov.
DEKALB PUBLIC HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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.
01
The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your responses pertaining to specific work experience and education must be clearly shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept these conditions?
- Yes
- No
Have you ever worked for the Agency DeKalb Board of Health/ DeKalb Public Health that you are applying for?
- Yes
- No
Are you a current employee of DeKalb Public Health?
- Yes
- No
What is your highest level of education completed?
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- High School Diploma
- GED
If selected and required, are you willing and able to complete a PHN course within one (1) year of hire?
- Yes
- No
Do you currently hold an active Georgia Registered Professional Nurse (RN) license?
- Yes
- No
Do you currently hold a valid CPR certification?
- Yes
- No
Do you have experience providing immunizations to infants, children, and adults?
- Yes
- No
Do you have experience performing client assessments, treatments, and health education in a clinical setting?
- Yes
- No
Have you worked in Adult Health programs such as STD, Breast and Cervical Cancer screening, pregnancy testing, or case management?
- Yes
- No
Are you able to work in a fast-paced public health clinic environment serving diverse populations?
- Yes
- No
Employer Georgia Department of Public Health (GA)
Address 200 Piedmont Ave, SE
West Tower
Atlanta, Georgia, 30334
Website http://dph.georgia.gov
Salary : $66,352