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Public Health Nurse
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What they do
A Public or Community Health Nurse provides health care to community members and addresses community health issues ranging from infectious diseases to substance abuse, focusing on prevention and education as well as treatment. Works with a team of health care professionals; may work in a clinic, and travel within a community or between different communities. May serve as the primary health care provider in underserved communities.
$68,106 / year median in New York
+12% projected growth
Job Description
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
The work involves responsibility for the performance of skilled nursing activities with individuals and families in accordance with the planned program of the Steuben County Public Health. The work is carried out in accordance with standard, modern, well-established and accepted professional skilled nursing practices. The incumbent is responsible for assessment of health needs and knowledge of principles, practices, terminology, disease epidemiology, and disease prevention. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director, Assistant Director or Public Health Coordinator, with leeway allowed the incumbent for the exercise of independent judgment in the carrying out of assignments as long as the agreed-upon plans and standard practices and procedures are followed. Assignments made to employees in this class require access to transportation to meet field work requirements made in the ordinary course of business in a timely and efficient manner. Does related work as required.MUST BE SUCCESSFUL IN A CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION AT A LATER DATE. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from a regionally-accredited or New York State-registered college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
(S) Possession of a currently valid license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State is required for appointment and as a condition of continued employment.SALARY/BENEFITS
✓ $61,669 - $76,397 Annually, Depending on Experience ✓ NYS Retirement and an excellent benefits package https://www.steubencountyny.gov/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=100&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Public-Health-Nurse-914 Original applications accepted until September 24, 2026.
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https://www.steubencountyny.gov/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=100&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Public-Health-Nurse-914#docaccess-54e52fff8868c53e29f61bf66aa62e58 Lindsay Rice, Confidential Secretary Steuben County Department of Personnel 3 East Pulteney Square Bath, NY 14810 (607) 664-2345
Pay:
$61,669.00 - $76,397.00 per yearBenefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance