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Health Research, Inc. Public Health Program Nurse (Family Health) in New York, New York
Applications to be submitted by July 16, 2024
Compensation Grade:
Compensation Details:
Minimum: $87,115.00 - Maximum: $87,115.00 AnnuallyDepartment
(OPH) Office of Public HealthAbout Health Research, Inc.
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) contributes to the health and well-being of the people of New York State by complementing and enabling the strategic public health goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities.
HRI provides best-in-class resource administration for stakeholders and programs related to the work and priorities of the Department of Health and its other partners. HRI does this through the provision of knowledge, expertise, funding guidance, and fiduciary oversight of sponsored program funding for public health and research programs in concert with community partnerships.
Health Research, Inc. (HRI) offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:
Health, dental and vision insurance -Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from;
Flexible benefit accounts -Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit;
Generous paid time off -Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave;
Tuition support -Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities;
Retirement Benefits -HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses;
Employee Assistance Program -Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally;
And so much more!
Job Description:
In addition to the compensation above, this position is eligible for location pay ($4,000/year).
Responsibilities
The Public Health Program Nurse (PHPN) will work to improve the health of the Lower Hudson Valley and Long Island communities in need by providing training, technical assistance, resources, guidance, and clinical guidance on maternal, child and reproductive health services to local health departments, community-based organizations, and other community partners. The incumbent will monitor public health data, contribute to the identification of public health issues, work on strategies to promote health equity programming, and evaluate activities implemented. The PHPN will facilitate enhanced collaboration and coordination between maternal, child health and chronic disease programs, providers, and other key stakeholders to improve health outcomes for infants, children, adolescents, and adults. The incumbent will work to improve the health of communities in need by providing training, technical assistance, resources, guidance, and clinical guidance on cancer prevention/screening/survivorship/peer education, diabetes activities, implementation of the Prevention Agenda and implementation of the Chronic Disease Action Plan to local health departments, community-based organizations, and other community partners.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's of Science degree in Nursing AND a license and current registration as a professional registered nurse in NYS AND four years of experience planning, evaluating, or administering health services or teaching in a health-related program; OR an Associate's degree in Nursing AND a license and current registration as a professional registered nurse in NYS AND six years of experience planning, evaluating, or administering health services or teaching in a health-related program. A Master's degree in nursing may substitute for one year of experience planning, evaluating, or administering health services or teaching in a health-related program.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with family health and/or chronic disease activities including maternal, child, and reproductive public health services; and prevention and control activities related to cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and/or asthma. Experience in oversight and evaluation of public health and preventive health programs, as well as promoting public health messages. Experience supervising staff. Experience managing multiple tasks, developing and delivering educational materials, coordinating training activities, and contributing on policy development. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated proficiency with computer-based software packages such as Microsoft Office, Outlook, etc.
Conditions of Employment
Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.
Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Travel, up to 25% of the time, will be required.
This position requires that the incumbent will report to the official work location and live within commuting distance to the official work location. Telecommuting will be available.
This position requires occasional work on weekends, after-hours, and holidays.
This position may require occasional work on weekends, after-hours, and holidays.
Exposure to potentially hazardous substances may be involved with this position. Therefore, the incumbent in this position may be required to wear personal protective clothing and equipment.
HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.
HRI has a long-standing dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. HRI is committed to the principle of non-discrimination in all phases of its employment procedures and practices.
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Minimum Salary: 31200.00 Maximum Salary: 31200.00 Salary Unit: Yearly