Public Health Nurse (part time), Bureau of School Health

City of New York • New York, NY

10h

About The Position

The Division of Family and Child Health (DFCH) of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene develops and oversees programs, policies, services, and environments that support physical and socio-emotional health and promote primary and reproductive health services, health equity, social justice, safety, and well-being for New York City families and children. The Public Health Nurse Level I works as part of a health team in public and nonpublic New York City schools under the supervision of a Public Health Nurse Level III or Borough Nursing Director. The position supports student health through case finding, referrals, follow-up, health education, school recordkeeping, and collaboration with school and community partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor 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.
• Current New York State license and registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse; the license must be maintained for the duration of employment.
• Ability to perform Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for appointment to School Health.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Work as a member of a health team in New York City public and nonpublic schools.
• Prepare case findings, make referrals, and conduct follow-up in coordination with audiovisual screening teams, doctors, and other health care providers in schools and the community.
• Assist in providing health education to students and school staff, and advise families on proper health practices.
• Maintain school records and prepare monthly reports for nursing supervisors.
• Supervise Public Health Advisors.
• Establish contacts and collaborative working relationships with school administrators and the community.

Benefits

• Potential eligibility for federal or state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs.
• Premium-free health insurance plan.
• Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union or benefit fund.
• Public sector defined benefit pension plan.
• Tax-deferred savings program.
• Worksite Wellness Program.
• Depending on the position, the option to work from home up to two days during the week.
• Job security compared to private sector employment.

What This Job Offers

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