Union General Hospital·Hiawassee, Georgia
The nurse is responsible for planning and monitoring employee health systems and procedures for the hospital and nursing home. They also direct educational, training, and orientation programs for hospital personnel.
Monday-Friday | Full TIme
Position is responsible for employee health duties along with education pieces for both Chatuge Regional Hospital and Chatuge Regional Nursing Home.
LPN/RN Position PurposeThe Employee Health Nurse shall be responsible for planning, administering and monitoring systems and procedures related to employee health within the hospital and the direction of educational, training and orientation programs for Hospital personnel related to Employee Health. Position QualificationsEducation: Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing:Associate Degree in Nursing; Diploma Graduate; or Bachelor of Science in NursingExperience:Desirable characteristics include at least 5 years of staff nurse experience in an acute care facility. APIC Course and Certification preferred.Licenses/Certificates: Registered and Licensed by the State of Georgia.Current CPR, or completion of the CPR course (AHA) within 60 days of employment.
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited professional nursing school and licensed by the State of Georgia. At least 5 years of acute care experience and APIC certification are preferred.
Market context
Employee health and education nurse roles in Georgia hospitals are often tied to infection prevention, staff training, and occupational health needs, so demand tends to follow facility size and compliance priorities. These positions are competitive because employers usually prefer nurses with acute care experience and APIC certification, and this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. If you are considering applying, confirm your Georgia RN license and highlight any acute care, education, or infection-control experience in your materials.