TS: License Practical Nurse (WL)

LPN
(Full Time/Unclassified Position)

Position #0001599

Posting Date: January 30, 2012

Application Deadline: February 6, 2012 (Close of Business)

Location: Hall County Health Department, 1290 Athens Street, Gainesville, GA 30507

Recruitment: This position is open to all qualified applicants.

Annual Salary: $24,968.28(Experience Considered) Pay Grade: 9

Responsibilities: Under general supervision,

· Obtain information on clients' past and present health history. 

· Provide direct patient care, which includes administering medications, childhood and adult vaccines; explains side effects and assists with screenings and exams. 

· Administers laboratory tests and collects samples. 

· Counsels and refers patients as needed to appropriate areas/clinics. 

· Performs Hearing/Vision/Dental (HVD) screening in clinic and in school system as requested.

Minimum Experience: A Current Georgia license to practice as a licensed practical nurse.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to applicants who exhibit experience in the following:

Immunizations and Public Health

General Laboratory functions.

Although not required, bilingual is a plus for this position.

Additional Information: In addition to applying online, applicants must complete and submit a GA Merit System Application before close of business on the application deadline. Fax application to 770/535/5899 or mail to District 2 Human Resources, 1280 Athens Street, Gainesville, GA 30507. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview.  No notification will be sent to applicants except those who are selected for interviews.

Application or resume should include an: E-mail Address, Daytime phone number where you can be reached.

Pre-employment drug screen and criminal records check (fingerprinting) are required.

NO NIGHTS, NO WEEKENDS, NO HOLIDAYS 

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

NOTE: An applicant who has a disability requiring special accommodations should contact this office. In accordance with Georgia’s Drug Free Workplace Act, it has been determined that certain positions warrant pre-employment drug testing.

For more information regarding employment with District 2 Public Health or to download a Georgia Merit System Application, Please logon to our website at www.phdistrict2.org

To download an application, click here