Supervising Public Health Nurse, Bureau of School Health

City of New York • New York City, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Division of Family and Child Health (DFCH) of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is charged with the creation and oversight of 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 Division is comprised of the Bureau of Maternal Infant and Reproductive Health, the Bureau of Early Intervention, the Office of School Health, and the Bureau of Administration. The vision of the DFCH is that every child, woman, and family recognizes their power and is given the opportunity to reach their full health and development potential. We encourage qualified applicants with demonstrated commitment to social justice, particularly racial, gender, and LGBTQ equity to apply. The Public Health Nurse Level 2 OSH is an important role to ensure the health and well-being of our students, improve the efficiency of health services, and directly contribute to a healthier safer school environment for all students.

Requirements

• Must be permanent in the title of Public Health Nurse
• A Bachelor’s 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
• A license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.
• Candidates will be examined to determine whether they can perform the essential functions of the position of Public Health Nurse.
• For assignment to Assignment Levels II and III, in addition to meeting the Qualification Requirements described above, individuals must meet the supervisory level qualification requirements set forth in Section 11.42 of the New York State Sanitary Code.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in Planning and Program Development.
• Knowledge of DOHMH and DOE personnel policies and procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• At least one (1) year supervisory experience
• Experience with program development and conducting presentations.

Responsibilities

• Providing nursing preceptor for newly hired Nurses, Public Health Advisers and Public Health Assistants
• Participating in the interviewing process for new hires
• Supervising Public Health Advisers
• Assisting staff in the application of nursing and administrative procedures, provide individual guidance and support, observe and review activities
• Training resource for nurses, other School Health Staff and school-based Department of Education staff
• Conducting meetings, in-service training programs and complete designated special projects
• Conducting site visits to school to provide clinical supervision of nurses, advisors, and assistants
• Monitoring inventory of medical supplies and equipment within a designed area

Benefits

• a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
• additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
• a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• a tax-deferred savings program
• a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.

What This Job Offers

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