Public Health Nurse

Public Health Nurse

Division/Program Summary

The mission of the Bureau of Environmental Disease Prevention is to prevent environmental disease and injury in homes, communities, and the workplace, and to protect health by promoting healthy environments and health equity. The Bureau is comprised of four programs – Healthy Homes (HHP), Environmental Exposure Assessment and Education (EEAE), Poison Control Center (PCC), and the Office of Environmental Investigations (OEI).

Position Summary

The Public Health Nurse will provide ongoing communication and education to healthcare providers and families to address any issues that arise during efforts to eliminate lead hazards in the children’s or pregnant women’s environments or decrease their blood lead levels. The Public Health Nurse I will report to Public Health Nurses III in the program.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide care coordination for lead poisoned children and pregnant individuals.
• Identify possible lead hazards in the environment of lead-poisoned children and pregnant individuals and recommend ways to limit their lead exposure.
• Participate in the development and implementation of measures to prevent lead exposure.
• Provide information to the public and medical community on lead poisoning prevention.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Why You Should Work For Us

• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as a premium-free health insurance plan, additional health, fitness, and financial benefits, a public sector defined benefit pension plan, a tax-deferred savings program, and a robust Worksite Wellness Program.
• 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: Enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and 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!

Commitment To Equity

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. 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.

Medical Requirement: Medical guidelines have been established for the position of Public Health Nurse. Candidates will be examined to determine whether they can perform the essential functions of the position of Public Health Nurse. Where appropriate, a reasonable accommodation will be provided for a person with a disability to enable him or her to take the examination, and/or to perform the essential functions of the job. 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.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in public health nursing.
• Experience working with families with young children.
• Experience working with pregnant women.
• Possess excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Detailed oriented with outstanding organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Computer literate.
• Fluency in foreign languages is not required, but it is a plus.

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. Key skills/competency:

• Public Health Nurse
• Care Coordination
• Environmental Health
• Lead Poisoning Prevention
• Health Education
• Community Health
• Registered Nurse
• Patient Education
• Risk Assessment
• Public Health Programs