Public Health Nurse I - Bureau of Epidemiology and Disease Control

Suffolk County • Great River, NY

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Health is currently seeking a Public Health Nurse I in the Bureau of Epidemiology and Disease Control, for their Great River location. This position involves investigating cases and outbreaks of reportable communicable diseases, responding to inquiries from residents and healthcare facilities, and providing guidance and referrals. The role also includes authorizing or initiating post-exposure prophylaxis, educating various organizations and the public on public health practices, and taking on-call duties for mandated disease reports. Additionally, the position requires performing office procedures, conducting home visits for disease control purposes, participating in public health preparedness activities, and engaging in community education programs. Field work may also be involved.

Requirements

• Graduation from a NYS or regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
• Professional Registered Nurse’s License, issued by the NYS Education Department
• A valid license to operate a motor vehicle in NYS, or otherwise demonstrate their capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job.
• If not currently in the Public Health Nurse I title, but meet the minimum qualifications, must also file a Civil Service application, along with the exam processing fee, and be placed on the Public Health Nurse I eligible list.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Investigates cases and outbreaks of reportable communicable diseases
• Responds to calls from residents and healthcare facilities regarding communicable disease cases, suspected cases, and potential exposures.
• Provides guidance, referrals, and authorizes/initiates post-exposure prophylaxis when indicated
• Provides guidance to camps, schools, health care organizations and the public regarding public health practices and disease control
• Takes weekend and overnight call on a rotating schedule to receive mandated disease reports from healthcare facilities and provide guidance regarding appropriate management
• Performs necessary office procedures for assigned cases, including research, records maintenance and report preparation and submission
• Makes visits to residents for public health disease control purposes (e.g. screening, education, administration of vaccine and /or medications to prevent transmission of disease)
• Participates in community-wide emergency public health preparedness activities and public health response to emergency events
• Participates in staff meetings and regional conferences to aid in the professional growth and development of public health programs
• May work in the field in settings away from the office
• Participates in community public health education and disease control programs

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Pension
• Paid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to take time off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen (13) paid holidays.
• Work-Life Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level