Overview

Looking for a nursing job in the lower Hudson Valley? The Putnam County Department of Health is urgently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Public Health Nurse.

This is a Competitive position under New York State Civil Service Law. Applicants must apply for and participate in an examination of Training and Experience.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES: This is professional nursing work involving assessment of health needs, development of plan of care, and provision of health/wellness education for individuals and families. Responsibilities include periodic re‑evaluation of individual and family as well as support of community nursing needs. Work may be performed at patients’ homes or in clinic settings. Special work duty outside of normal work hours (such as on holidays or weekends) may be required. Work is performed under general supervision of higher level Health Department staff. Performs related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS*: Bachelors degree in nursing

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS*:

Possession of a license and current registration issued by New York State to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse at the time of appointment.
Access to transportation may be required to complete possible field work assignments in a timely and efficient manner.

*Per New York Codes, Rules and Regulations (NYCRR), Title 10, Part 11, §11.41

 

SCHEDULE: Full-time, Monday – Friday

SALARY:  $68,453 – $83,981 per year

BENEFITS: 

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan

SUBJECT OF EXAMINATION: As this is a T & E (Training & Experience) Examination, the only examination will be an evaluation of your experience, education and licensure.

APPLY FOR EXAMINATION HERE

CANDIDATES MAY ALSO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO PUTNAMPERSONNEL@PUTNAMCOUNTYNY.GOV

 

PUTNAM COUNTY – AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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About Putnam County, NY

The Putnam County Personnel Department's mission is to administer, in a fair and equitable manner, the provisions of New York State Civil Service Law and Putnam County Civil Service Rules with respect to the offices and employments in the classified service of Putnam County and the civil divisions therein. It is the responsibility of the department to ensure Putnam County taxpayers of a public workforce qualified for their jobs pursuant to the principles of selection according to merit and fitness. The Personnel Department administers civil service examinations to fill a wide variety of jobs in Putnam County government and other local governments within the County (Towns, Villages, School Districts, Libraries & Special Districts).