Consultant Public Health Nurse, Bureau of Public Health Clinics

apartment City of New York location_onNew York, NY, US

Consultant Public Health Nurse, 25 hours/Week (Part-time)

The Bureau of Public Health Clinics has the mission of improving the sexual heath of all New Yorkers. To achieve this the Bureau provides direct clinic services to people seeking sexual health care, and services to sex partners; monitors disease trends; provides education and training to providers and community groups, conducts research and develop policies to improve sexual health and wellness. The Bureau of Public Health Clinics operates 8 STI clinics throughout New York City (NYC).

The Bureau seeks to hire 1 part-time Consultant Public Health Nurse. This position will be working closely with the Regional Nursing Supervisor.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

- Provide a welcoming and efficient introduction to the STD clinic.

- Adhere to the Nursing Code of Ethics, exhibiting high standards of nursing practice, promoting a safe and ethical work environment, practicing with compassion and respect for the inherent dignity, worth and unique attributes of every person.

- Promote, advocate for, and protect the rights, health and safety of the patient.

- Provide high-quality, patient-centered care in the BPHC clinics by providing patient support, assessment, medication administration and education on several diseases such as but no limited to gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, HIV, Monkey Pox and TB.

- Assist with patient care regarding medication abortion services. Including rotating between the clinic care and the Telemedicine hotline to answer questions about and to provide medical and gestational age triage for medication abortion.

- Conduct brief but sensitive problem-focused medical interviews including sexual history and questions regarding sexual orientation.

- Obtain demographic data on all patients.

- Make determination as to patients care needs based on chief complaints, symptoms, medical history and/or test results.

- Provide hard copies intake forms for review by clinicians, counselors and social workers. When necessary, accommodate partner-related concerns.

- Perform case-finding activities; counsels, refers, and follows up on cases.

Why you should work for us:

- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:

o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.

o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.

o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.

o a tax-deferred savings program and

o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.

- Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.

- Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!

The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.

CONSULTANT PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE - 51009

Minimum Qualifications

1. A valid New York State license as a Registered Nurse, a baccalaureate degree in Nursing from an accredited college and a master’s degree from an accredited college in Nursing, Public Health or a related field, plus two years of relevant experience in public health or hospital nursing in the field of mental hygiene, communicable diseases, child health, school health, hospital services, rehabilitation, and/or nursing education; one year of which must have been in a supervisory, administrative, consultative or educational capacity; or

2. Education and/or experience equivalent to “1” above. However, all candidates must have a valid New York State license as a Registered Nurse, a baccalaureate degree in Nursing from an accredited college, and the one year of supervisory, administrative, consultative or educational experience as described in “1” above.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

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.

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