Public Health Nurse Part-Time), Bureau of School Health
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Public Health Nurse Part-Time

Agency: DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE

Job Category: Health

Job Description

OPEN TO PERMANENT PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE (SCHOOL HEALTH) AMENDED 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 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 developmental potential. We encourage qualified applicants with demonstrated commitment to social justice to apply. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

• Performing as a member of a health team in the New York City schools, both public and nonpublic.
• Preparing case findings, making referrals and conducting follow-up in conjunction with audiovisual screening team, doctors and other Health care providers in the schools and community.
• Assisting in providing health education to students and staff in schools, and advising families on proper health practices.
• Maintaining school records and preparing monthly reports to be used by nursing supervisors.
• Supervising Public Health Advisors.
• Establishing contacts and collaborating working relationships with the school's administrators and community.

PREFERRED SKILLS: Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. A Bachelor's of Science Degree in Nursing from a regional - accredited college or university or one recognized by the New York state Department of Education. A current license and registration to practice as a Registered Nurse in New York State; this License must be maintained for the duration of employment. Special Note: For appointment to OSH, individual must be able to perform Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation.

Qualifications

1. 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; and 2. 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. SPECIAL NOTE A For appointment to School Health, individuals must be able to perform Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). SPECIAL NOTE B 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.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.