Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleNurse 2, Box BAT-364/00331
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $60722 to $74557 Annually
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as a Nurse 2.
Eligible List Appointment: Candidates must be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for Nurse 2. If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for Nurse 2, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter. To qualify for the eligible list, you must possess a license and a current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State AND one year of full-time post-licensure clinical experience as a Registered Professional Nurse. Information about the Nurse 2 continuous recruitment examination can be found at https://www.cs.ny.gov/examannouncements/announcements/oc-cr/decentralize....
Section 70.1 Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55 b/c service in a title SG-14 or above deemed eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Candidates must also possess a license and a current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State to qualify for transfer. For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for a Nurse 2 position in the New York State School for the Blind. The incumbent of this position will be responsible for the health care of students and the supervision of Nurse 1s and Licensed Practical Nurses. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Serve as a resource and educate the nursing staff on student care;
Supervise and evaluate the Nurse 1s and Licensed Practical Nurses;
Oversee the initiation, proper handling, and maintenance of student health records;
Communicate appropriately and professionally with students, direct care staff, parents, and other health agencies;
Conduct nursing assessments and evaluations;
Verify physician orders for correct transcription and administer medication and treatments as ordered;
Oversee the development and evaluation of individualized nursing care plans;
Implement nursing actions that promote and maintain health, prevent illness, and are unique to each students’ needs;
Readily and capably respond to medical emergencies;
Effectively communicate all pertinent information and data with the Nurse Administrator 1;
Evaluate and maintain infection control standards; and
Provide health education and guidance to parents, guardians, staff, and students.
Additional Comments Conditions of Employment:
This will be a permanent appointment. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of licensure and registration as a Registered Professional Nurse will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. Candidates are required to possess a license and a registration as a Registered Professional Nurse at the time of hire. Continued employment as a Nurse 2 is dependent upon maintaining a license and registration as a Registered Professional Nurse. Failure to maintain a license and registration as a Registered Professional Nurse will result in removal from employment. Fingerprinting through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Division of Criminal Justice Services, a background check with the Office of Children and Family Services and clearance from the Justice Center Staff Exclusion List is required for employment. Fees associated with this process are at the applicant’s expense. Candidates must have the ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting of children. The work schedule for this position includes hours of Sunday through Thursday, 3:00pm - 11:00pm. Filling of this position is contingent upon Division of the Budget approval.
* Leads to a maximum salary of $74,557 based on annual performance advances plus an annual $575 inconvenience pay.
**This salary includes an annual $8,000 Genesee County geographic pay differential and an annual $2,000 Genesee County shift pay differential.
Application:
Qualified candidates should send a copy of their license, registration, resume, letter of interest, and a completed Civil Service Application for NYS Exams by November 5, 2020 to nyssbjobs@nysed.gov (Email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (BAT-364/00331) of the position in all correspondence and in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application. The Civil Service Application for NYS Exams is available at https://www.cs.ny.gov/extdocs/pdf/nysapp.pdf.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address nyssbjobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street New York State Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, Room 528 EB
Notes on ApplyingApplication:
Qualified candidates should send a copy of their license, registration, resume, letter of interest, and a completed Civil Service Application for NYS Exams by November 5, 2020 to nyssbjobs@nysed.gov (Email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (BAT-364/00331) of the position in all correspondence and in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application. The Civil Service Application for NYS Exams is available at https://www.cs.ny.gov/extdocs/pdf/nysapp.pdf.