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Job Description

The Bureau of Public Health Clinics (BPHC) mission is to promote a healthy community by providing New Yorkers with the resources needed to make informed and empowered health decisions; identify and treat tuberculosis and provide immunization and sexual health services regardless of ability to pay or immigration status. BPHC provides direct clinic services to people seeking health care; monitors disease trends; provides education and training to service providers and community groups; conducts research; and develops policies and programs to deliver high quality clinical care which best serve New Yorkers.

The BPHC is seeking to hire a JPHN. This position will be working closely with the Immunization Clinic Supervisor. The Immunization Nurse will be an integral member of the Bureau of Public Health Clinics, working directly with other nurses and public health advisors and collaborating with physicians, and administrative staff. Their primary responsibilities will include administering vaccines, monitoring patients for adverse reactions, providing vaccine education, and ensuring accurate documentation.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

- Maintain confidentiality of all patient information in compliance with HIPAA and DOHMH policies.

- Multi-task effectively in a busy clinic environment, balancing direct patient care, recordkeeping, and coordination with team members.

- Meet deadlines for vaccine administration, reporting, and clinic flow to ensure timely and efficient services.

- Collaborate with team members to meet public health goals, particularly during peak demand periods (e.g., flu season, back-to-school, outbreak response).

- Support the Bureau's mission of reducing vaccine-preventable diseases and increasing access to immunization services across New York City.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

- Current NYS Registered Nurse (RN) license.

- Clinical experience in administering immunizations to both pediatric and adult populations.

- Knowledge of vaccine storage, handling, and administration protocols in accordance with CDC and DOHMH guidelines.

- Familiarity with immunization schedules and contraindications.

- Strong documentation skills and proficiency with electronic health records (EHR).

- Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.

- Experience working with diverse populations in a public health or community clinic setting.

- Demonstrated ability to remain calm and professional in high-volume, fast-paced clinical environments.

- Demonstrate an ability to read, understand and implement non-specific patient orders (standing orders) independently, including collecting patient history, conducting patient assessment to detect contraindications and determine vaccine eligibility.

Preferred Skills:

- Experience in public health nursing and/or community outreach.

- Knowledge of NYC Immunization Registry (CIR) or similar immunization databases.

- Experience with health education and counseling to promote vaccine confidence.

- Ability to train or precept new staff or volunteers on immunization protocols.

Why you should work for us:

- Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)

- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:

o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.

o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.

o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.

o a tax-deferred savings program and

o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.

- 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 - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to 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!

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 [email protected] or 347-396-6549.

JUNIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE - 51008

Qualifications

1. Possession of a valid New York State license as a Registered Nurse is required.

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.

Salary Min: $ 88,520.00

Salary Max: $ 88,520.00