Central Office Nurse

City of New York • Full-time • New York, New York, United States • 18h ago

ONLY PERMANENT EMPLOYEES IN THE TITLE AND THOSE THAT ARE REACHABLE ON THE CIVIL SERVICE LIST OF PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE EXAN NO. 9042 ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY.

The Division of Family and Child Health (DFCH) of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is charged with the creation and oversight of programs, policies, services, and environments that support physical and socio-emotional health, and promote primary and reproductive health services, health equity, social justice, safely and well-being for New York city families and children. The Division is comprised of the Bureau of Maternal Infant and Reproductive Health, the Bureau of Early Intervention, the Office of School Health, and the Bureau of Administration. The vision of the DFCH is that every child, woman, and family recognize their power and is given the opportunity to reach their full health and development potential. We encourage qualified applicants with demonstrated commitment to social justice, particularly racial, gender, and LGBTQ equity to apply.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

Under the direction of the Director/Deputy Director of Nursing, and with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, the Central Office Nurse will be responsible for the following:

Performing as a member of a nursing team in Central Office.

Preparing case findings, making referrals and conducting follow-up in conjunction with the central office nursing team.

Assisting in providing health education to students and staff in schools, and advising families on proper health practices.

Assisting in the general administration and development of the nursing program.

Assisting in central nursing activities; staff development, recruitment, operations (SAVOY/supplies), Quality Assurance, Communicable disease occurrences , Special Nursing Services unit, and UPK.

Assisting in interpreting policies and procedures specifically related to nursing program development.

Researching, analyzing, evaluating and recommending changes in nursing activities.

Collaborating with central office staff in reviewing and developing manuals, protocols, guides and other materials relevant to the administration of nursing services in the Office of School Health.

Assisting with special projects and related task as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

1. A Bachelor’s of Science degree in Nursing from a regionally-accredited college or university or one recognized by the New York State Education Department as following acceptable educational practices;

and

2. A license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Medical Requirement: Medical guidelines have been established for the position of Public Health Nurse. Candidates will be examined to determine whether they can perform the essential functions of the position of Public Health Nurse. Where appropriate, a reasonable accommodation will be provided for a person with a disability to enable him or her to take the examination, and/or to perform the essential functions of the job.

SPECIAL NOTE B

For assignment to Assignment Levels II and III, in addition to meeting the Qualification Requirements described above, individuals must meet the supervisory level qualification requirements set forth in Section 11.42 of the New York State Sanitary Code.

Preferred Skills

Under the direction of the Director/Deputy Director of Nursing, and with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, the Central Office Nurse will be responsible for the following: Performing as a member of a nursing team in Central Office. Preparing case findings, making referrals and conducting follow-up in conjunction with the central office nursing team. Assisting in providing health education to students and staff in schools, and advising families on proper health practices. Assisting in the general administration and development of the nursing program. Assisting in central nursing activities staff development, recruitment, operations (SAVOY/supplies), Quality Assurance, Communicable disease occurrences , Special Nursing Services unit, and UPK. Assisting in interpreting policies and procedures specifically related to nursing program development. Researching, analyzing, evaluating and recommending changes in nursing activities. Collaborating with central office staff in reviewing and developing manuals, protocols, guides and other materials relevant to the administration of nursing services in the Office of School Health. Assisting with special projects and related task as needed.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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