Public Health Nurse I

Suffolk County Government•Great River, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Health is currently seeking a Public Health Nurse I (STD Control), for their Great River location. The role involves investigating Sexually Transmitted Diseases (Syphilis, Gonorrhea and Chlamydia), reporting positive cases to NY State, and notifying partners of possible exposure. Work includes telephone contact and field visits to patients, providers, and contacts. The STD office provides educational trainings to community outreach groups and medical providers, and participates in health fairs, outreach projects (which may include testing), and local organizations/planning committees. The goal is to reduce morbidity of sexually transmitted disease through collaboration and teamwork with County Health Centers, private providers, and local organizations.

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
Must file a Civil Service application, along with the exam processing fee, and be placed on the Public Health Nurse I eligible list if not currently in that title but meeting minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

Investigate Sexually Transmitted Diseases (Syphilis, Gonorrhea and Chlamydia)
Report positive cases to NY State
Notify partners of possible exposure
Conduct telephone contact and field visits to patients, providers and contacts
Provide educational trainings to community outreach groups and medical providers
Participate in health fairs, outreach projects (which may include testing) and local organizations/planning committees
Reduce morbidity of sexually transmitted disease through collaboration and teamwork with County Health Centers, private providers and local organizations