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Location : Carrollton, GA
Job Type: Full Time Salaried
Job Number: 2026-00216
Division/Section: District 4 County Position
Opening Date: 03/13/2026
Closing Date: 6/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Public Health Licensed Practical Nurse 1, 2, or 3
Carroll County Health Department
District 4 Public Health
1004 Newnan Road
Carrollton, GA 30116
Under broad supervision, provide assistance to public health nurses and county programs. Provides general direct nursing care. Care includes providing medical treatments, administering medication, and giving injections. Assigned to specific clinical duties within the scope of an LPN practice in public health and acts as lead worker over specified projects or programs.
All District 4 Public Health, County BOH employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event not limited to but including, staffing a shelter, a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or Point of Distribution site (POD). When you are called on to participate, you are expected and it will be a part of your job requirement to participate, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.
Job Responsibilities

• Administers immunizations to all age patients according to established guidelines & procedures.
• Performs annual school & daycare immunization audits.
• Completes quarterly reports.
• Assists with annual scoliosis screenings.
• Participates in health fairs and educational programs.
• Performs TB screenings and administers PPD skin test, in clinic and outreach events.
• Prepares to respond to public health emergencies and responds as directed.
• Uses computer technology to collect, store, and retrieve data.
• Participates in program planning.
• Communicates in writing, orally, and through electronic means, with proper terminology and cultural proficiency.
• Incorporates strategies for interacting with persons form diverse backgrounds (e.g., cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, gender, age, ethnic, sexual orientation, professional, religious affiliation, mental and physical capabilities).
• Adheres to the organization's policies and procedures.
• Uses individual, team, and organizational learning opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Trains to provide front desk duties as backup coverage.
• Assists with working up patients, including but not limited to vital signs, medical history, and medication review.
• Manages medication and vaccine inventory.

Minimum Qualifications
PH Licensed Practical Nurse Level 1 - (Annual salary - $33,000)
Vocational/Technical degree in licensed practical nursing from an accredited college AND current Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse AND CPR certification AND completion of all necessary orientation and training for Public Health LPN. No experience required.
PH Licensed Practical Nurse Level 2 - (Annual salary - $35,800)
Vocational/Technical degree in licensed practical nursing from an accredited college AND Two years of LPN public health experience ANDcurrent Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse AND CPR certification; OR One (1) year of experience required at the lower-level PH LPN 1 (HCT110) or position equivalent.
PH Licensed Practical Nurse Level 3 - (Annual salary - $38,926.79)
Vocational/Technical degree in licensed practical nursing from an accredited college AND Four years of LPN public health experience AND current Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse AND CPR certification; OR One (1) year of experience required at the lower-level PH LPN 2 (HCT111) or position equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications:

• Public Nursing Health experience
• Experience with screenings, immunizations, GRITS, and interviewing patients
• Bilingual Spanish/English Speaking Language

Additional Information
Benefits for Full-Time Eligible Employees:

• 13 Paid Holidays
• Generous Leave Package
• Employees Retirement System
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Care Spending Account
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Specified Illness
• Deferred Compensation (401K & 457 Plans)
• Atlanta Postal Credit Union

For more information on the State of Georgia Benefits visit - http://team.georgia.gov/
Additional Perks:

• A supportive and rewarding work environment
• Physical Activity Breaks
• Worksite Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program

To learn more about District 4 Public Health visit - https://www.district4health.org/
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. 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. Position will remain open until filled and is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
*District 4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer*
The State will not unlawfully consider an applicant's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, genetic information, political affiliation, protected uniformed service, or other legally protected category when making selections.
Applicants chosen for employment will be subject to the following
Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting
Pre-employment Drug Screening
Reference Checks & Immunizations Requirements
For more information about Public Health:
Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer.As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• 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 Georgia Residents
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team- Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity - Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture - 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 you

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?

• Yes
• No

02
What is your highest level of education completed?

• Associate's Degree
• Vocational/Technical Degree

03
Are you a current employee of the Georgia Department of Public Health or the County Board of Health?

• No
• Full Time Employee
• Part Time Employee
• Temp or Contractor
• Intern
• Volunteer

04
Do you have a current Georgia license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse?

• Yes, I am currently licensed in the state of Georgia
• Yes, but it is with another state and I am eligible to obtain licensure in Georgia prior to becoming hired
• No

05
Do you have a current CPR certification?

• Yes
• No

06
How many years of nursing experience do you have working with the Department of Public Health or County Board of Health?

• 0>1 Year
• 1-2 Years
• 3-5 Years
• 6-9 Years
• 10+ Years

07
How many years of experience do you have using the Georgia Registry of Immunization Transactions and Services (GRITS)?

• 0>1 Year
• 2-3 Years
• 3-5 Years
• 6-9 Years
• 10+ Years

08
How many years of experience do you have in administering immunizations?

• 0>1 Year
• 2-3 Years
• 3-5 Years
• 6-9 Years
• 10+ Years

09
Serving our community during an emergent event is a condition of employment for Public Health workers. In the event of an emergency, you may be required to work extended hours, to include nights and weekends. Do you accept these conditions?

• Yes
• No

10
Are you bilingual - Spanish speaking?

• Yes
• No

11
Do you have any relatives working for District 4 Public Health or any of our 12 County Health Departments? (Butts, Carroll, Coweta, Fayette, Heard, Henry, Lamar, Meriwether, Pike, Spalding, Troup, and Upson counties)

• Yes
• No

Required Question