Public Health Program Nurse

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Compensation Details:

Positions with a designated work location in New York City, Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk, or Westchester Counties will receive a $4,000 annual downstate adjustment (pro-rated for part-time positions).

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Job Description:

Responsibilities

The Public Health Program Nurse (PHPN) will work to improve the health ofthe Metropolitan Area Regional Officecommunities in need by providing training, technical assistance, resources, guidance, and clinical guidanceoncancer prevention, early detection, and access to quality, evidence-based services for cancer survivors focusing efforts within the Metropolitan Area Regional Office service region ofBronx, Dutchess, Kings, Nassau, New York, Orange, Putnam, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Suffolk, Sullivan, Ulster, and Westchester Counties.

The incumbent willwork with CSP contractors in the service region to promote evidence-based interventions and quality improvement activities to increase the number of people screened for breast, cervical and colorectal cancer from populations of focus and improve clinical performance measures; engage in activities of the NYS Cancer Consortium and Consortium Action Teams and serve as a key liaison with internal and external partners in the Metropolitan Area Regional Office service area to identify cancer control priorities and lead collaboration on strategies aligned with the NYS Cancer Control Plan to improve cancer prevention and control outcomes, and developing and disseminating communications promoting the success of cancer prevention and control projects implemented throughout the region.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor 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 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

• Professional knowledge and/or experience family health and/or chronic disease prevention and management activities, including care coordination to manage clinical care and address health-related social needs or social determinants of health.

• Experience in oversight, implementation, and evaluation of public health and preventive health programs, as well as promoting public health messages.

• Experience supervising staff.

• Experience managing multiple tasks.

• Experience developing and/or delivering educational materials.

• Experience coordinating training activities and delivering technical assistance.

• Experience contributing to policy development.

• Demonstrated experience presenting information to different audiences, including community partners, healthcare providers, leadership, and/or public audiences.

• Experience using spreadsheets, databases, and electronic document management systems to support program administration, reporting, or project management.

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.

The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire.

Travel, up to 25%, will be required.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with a combination of onsite and remote work.

HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.

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About Health Research, Inc.

Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research! At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve! At HRI, we are on a mission to transform the health and well-being of the people of New York State through innovative partnerships and cutting-edge public health initiatives. As a dynamic non-profit organization, HRIplays a crucial role in advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities.

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!

Work Location Expectations

At HRI, the nature of hybrid and onsite work varies by position. Some roles require full onsite presence, while others allow a hybrid schedule. Managers determine the specific telecommuting expectations for each role based on operational needs and job responsibilities. If designated as hybrid, you will divide your time between working remotely and reporting onsite. Regardless of telecommuting status, all HRI employees must live within a reasonable commuting distance of their official work location and must reside in one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, or Vermont.