Review Vacancy
TitlePublic Health Program Nurse - 32607
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $94294 to $105472 Annually
Street Address Center for Community Health-Division of Family Health Western Regional Office
1565 Jefferson Road
Minimum Qualifications Transfer candidates: Current Department of Health (DOH) employee with permanent or contingent permanent status as a Public Health Program Nurse, G-24 OR NYS employee with one year or more of permanent or contingent permanent competitive service in a position G-22 or higher and deemed eligible for transfer to Public Health Program Nurse (PHPN) under Section 70.4 of the Civil Service Law by also possessing the minimum qualifications shown on examination announcement https://www.cs.ny.gov/examannouncements/announcements/pdf/28-420.pdf. (For the purpose of this recruitment, public health and related health systems seek to assess and monitor population health status to identify population health problems; diagnose and investigate population health problems and health hazards in the community; promote health through influencing modifiable risk behaviors; prevent injury and disease; conduct surveillance and control activities; educate people about health issues; research new and innovative solutions to health problems; mobilize community partnerships to identify and solve health problems; develop policies and initiatives that support individual and community health efforts; enforce laws and regulations that protect health and ensure safety; link people to needed services and assure provision of health care; evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and services; and/or participate in quality assurance activities in connection with the health status of individuals, populations in the community, and/or across populations. Qualifying experience: For the purposes of this recruitment, examples of qualifying experience includes, but is not limited to, experience as a public health nurse at a local county health department, public health organization, or public health policy or advocacy organization; infection control nurse; or a nurse performing education and outreach on public health. If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience. Examples of non-qualifying experience include but are not limited to: Experience in discharge planning, utilization review, treatment plan development for individuals in community or congregate settings, and experience in a health regulatory organization determining entities' compliance with laws, rules, and regulations. Experience in a health insurance company, health maintenance organization, home health care organization, or private physician's office is also considered non qualifying.)
Preferred Qualifications: Master’s of Science in Nursing preferred but not required; experience related to Maternal and Child/Adolescent Health in a NYS DOH, local health department or community agency; experience or training in program evaluation is a plus.
Duties Description The Public Health Program Nurse will oversee Center for Community Health - Division of Family Health initiatives in the Western Region of NYS. Responsibilities will include oversight and administration for the Division's Article 6 focus with the 17 local health departments in the Western Region. Article 6 funds support Local Health Department efforts in developing essential health and public health programs for women, infants, children with special health care needs and individuals of reproductive age. This position will conduct on-site visits, review applications and reports on the use of these funds and provide technical assistance to improve services to this most vulnerable population. The PHPN will demonstrate initiative and the ability to work both independently and in a team structure in carrying out responsibilities and will be involved in supervision of Public Health staff. Additional duties include: Participation in public health emergency response, including provision of clinical care (testing, administration of vaccine, etc.) if needed. Provide in-service training, guidance, consultation, and professional and clinical direction for local health department personnel and various community health interest groups participating in programs administered by DOH. Frequent travel within the region will be required.
Additional Comments *Permanent, full-time appointment; This position involves significant travel which may include locations not served by public transportation. Current registration as a Registered Nurse (RN) with the New York State Education Department must be maintained for continued employment in title.
This position requires proof of vaccination from COVID-19
"Benefits of Working for NYS
Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA
• Up to Eight (8) days of paid sick leave annually for M/C
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development
Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
Additional Benefits
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• And many more.. "
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Name Human Resources Management Group, EGB/32607/PHPN/WRO-Rochester
Email Address resume@health.ny.gov
Address
Street Room 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference EGB/32607/PHPN/WRO-Rochester included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, EGB/32607/PHPN/WRO-Rochester, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.