What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Nurse position at Niagara County Department of Health?
NIAGARA COUNTY JOB POSTING
DATE POSTED: 03/26/2024 DEADLINE: 04/09/2024
POSITION TITLE/ #: Public Health Nurse
POSITION CLASS: Competitive - No eligible list
PAY RATE: $37.02 - $42.78 WEEKLY HOURS: 35 - Monday – Friday New York State & Local Retirement System
DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Public Health - Nursing
WORK LOCATION: Trott Access Center - Niagara Falls
STATUS FOR CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Permanent
Submit letter of interest and resume to:
NAME: Adrienne Kasbaum, MBA, BSN, RN Director of Nursing Services adrienne.kasbaum@niagaracounty.com
ADDRESS: Trott Access Ctr. 1001 11th Street, 3rd Floor, Niagara Falls, NY 14301
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POSTINGS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC:
STATUS FOR PUBLIC CANDIDATES: Permanent
DESCRIPTION: For a complete job description and minimum requirements please visit: https://niagaracounty.com/Employment/Job_Specs_for_Civil_Service_Positions.php
The work involves responsibility for performing public health nursing activities in the assessment of health needs and development of plans of care for individuals, families and children to promote health and prevent disease. Public Health Nurses have the responsibility for initial implementation of nursing care plans, for the provision of nursing care and for the periodic re-evaluation of individual, family and children’s nursing needs. General supervision is received from the Director of Nursing Services – Public Health, a Supervising Public Health Nurse or other public health administrator with leeway permitted for the exercise of independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work. Does related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with a Bachelor's degree in nursing.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 1) License and current registration to practice as a
Registered Professional Nurse in New York State. 2) Possession of a valid New York
State Driver’s license or otherwise demonstrate their ability to meet the transportation needs of the job.
Candidates will need to apply electronically at: https://niagara-portal.mycivilservice.com/
Applications, Job Specifications, Job Postings & Exam Announcements can be found here: https://niagara-portal.mycivilservice.com/
Niagara County policy prohibits discrimination in employment, program activities, contracting, and procurement against any person due to such person’s age, marital status, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, race, color, creed, sexual orientation, veterans status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. Niagara County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $37.02 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Registered Professional Nurse in New York State (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Niagara Falls, NY 14301: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $37 - $43