Job Summary
The Public Health Nurse plays a crucial role in delivering direct sexual health services, encompassing patient evaluations, medication administration, and comprehensive education regarding STIs and HIV. They are also responsible for conducting medical interviews, engaging in case-finding initiatives, and alternating between providing care at the clinic and managing a telemedicine hotline that supports medication abortion services.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct sexual health care, including assessments and medication administration.
- Educate patients on sexually transmitted infections and HIV.
- Conduct medical interviews to gather health histories.
- Participate in case-finding activities to identify at-risk individuals.
- Alternate between in-person clinic duties and telemedicine hotline tasks.
Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse license issued by New York State.
- Baccalaureate degree in Nursing.
- Master’s degree in Nursing, Public Health, or a related discipline.
- A minimum of two years of experience in public health or hospital nursing.
- At least one year of experience in a supervisory, administrative, or educational role.
City of New York provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
