Registered Nurse 1 Health Services
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If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person.Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the Contact tab for the position.Review VacancyDate Posted 11/20/24Applications Due12/04/24Vacancy ID173231* Basics* Schedule* Location* Job Specifics* ContactNY HELPYesAgencyCivil Service, Department ofTitleRegistered Nurse 1 Health ServicesOccupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social ServicesSalary Grade18Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)Salary RangeFrom $65001 to $82656 AnnuallyEmployment Type Full-TimeAppointment Type Contingent PermanentJurisdictional Class Competitive ClassTravel Percentage 40%Workweek Mon-FriHours Per Week 37.5WorkdayFrom 8 AMTo 4 PMFlextime allowed? NoMandatory overtime? NoCompressed workweek allowed? NoTelecommuting allowed? NoCounty AlbanyStreet Address Empire State Plaza, Agency Building 1City AlbanyStateNYZip Code12239Minimum Qualifications NY HELPSThis title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.At a future date, it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in an NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (NY HELPS):Possession of a license and current registration as a registered professional nurse in New York State.REASSIGNMENT QUALIFICATIONS:Current Department of Civil Service employees with one year of permanent, contingent permanent, or 55 B/C service as a Registered Nurse 1 Health Services, if less than one year, you must be currently reachable on the eligible list for the Albany location if one exists.COMPETITIVE QUALIFICATIONS:You must be reachable on the current eligible list or eligible for transfer.70.1 TRANSFER QUALIFICATIONS:One year of permanent, contingent permanent, or 55 B/C service allocated to a Grade 16 or higher eligible for transfer and determined to be similar by Civil Service.For transfers, a list of approved titles is available through Civil Service GOT-IT at B/C QUALIFICATIONS:Individuals certified eligible for the 55 B/C program under the Governor's Program to Hire Persons/Veterans with Disabilities pursuant to Section 55 B/C of the Civil Service Law will also be considered. To be considered, you must provide a copy of your letter of eligibility with your response.You must meet the open competitive qualifications from the most recent examination announcement. The open competitive minimum qualifications are:Possession of a license and current registration as a registered professional nurse in New York State.It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.Duties Description Employee Health Services (EHS) is responsible for medical examination services, including pre-employment, fitness-for-duty/ return-to-work, and occupational health examinations, for all New York State departments and agencies. In addition, Health Services Nurses perform occupational health screening and immunization services throughout the State. This position will play an important role in helping to ensure the health and safety of employees throughout New York State agencies.The Registered Nurse 1 Health Services duties in Employee Health Services (EHS) will include but are not limited to the following:* Provide emergency care to state employees, non-state employees (contract workers, interns, etc.), and visitors.* Provide non-emergent care, assess, and educate clients based upon their requests or needs.* Treat and refer clients (to ER, urgent care, or follow up visit with primary doctor) who have had occupational injuries or other injuries.* Assessment and treatment of minor illnesses and accidents.* Provide health education and counseling.* Conduct cardiac risk assessments.* Conduct Diabetes screening.* Conduct vital signs and blood pressure checks.* Serve as a resource area for health information.* Provide various pre-employment screenings (TB testing) and immunizations (Hepatis B, MMR, TD, influenza) as requested and required by the employee's agency.* Dispense medications according to current EHS policy as well as carry out any requests by employees' primary care physicians for dispensing of medication or providing treatments with the review and approval of the EHS medical director and in accordance with EHS policy and procedure.* Work with DOH in assisting them with their Flu and TB clinics which often requires travel to various locations.* Work with OGS in evaluating medical necessity for medical parking requests.Additional Comments #TeamCivilService is growing and is looking for motivated, forward-thinking employees to join our team to build a dynamic workforce. The Department of Civil Service is undertaking several initiatives to transform the way the agency delivers services to our partner agencies and to the public, and we are excited to be adding new members to the team. In addition to joining a growing team and agency, employees will also receive a comprehensive benefits package.The Department of Civil Service is the central personnel agency for the Executive Branch of New York State government, serving approximately 150,000 employees. Our mission is to build tomorrow's workforce today by promoting a diverse, inclusive, and talented workforce. We lead and deliver world-class workforce management strategies by providing innovative solutions based on merit, fitness, and equality of opportunity.Among its duties, the Department:* Partners with State agencies to offer workforce recruitment and placement services, including developing minimum qualifications, classifying positions, developing civil service examinations, and administering performance assessment tests.* Administers the New York State Health Insurance Program ( one of the largest public employer health insurance programs in the nation, serving more than 1.2 million lives.* Assists municipal agencies with civil service administration of more than 360,000 local government employees.* Oversees the Governor's Program to Hire Individuals and Veterans with Disabilities ( to place individuals with disabilities in State jobs and the New New York Leaders Initiative Student Intern Program. ( ON TELECOMMUTING: DCS employees may be approved for a maximum of 50% telecommuting, however, they are required to apply and obtain approval through management in accordance with DCS Telecommuting Program Guidelines.The Department of Civil Service is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability status, arrest record or criminal conviction history, or any other category protected by law.We are happy to provide reasonable and religious accommodations during the hiring process for those in need. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please send a request to ...@cs.ny.govSome positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.Name Corinne SlycordTelephone 518-###-####FaxEmail Address ...@cs.ny.govAddressStreet Office of Human Resources and Administrative PlanningCity AlbanyState NYZip Code 12239Notes on ApplyingIf you are interested and meet the minimum qualifications above, email your cover letter, and resume to ...@cs.ny.gov. Please include the Title and Vacancy ID# you are applying for in the subject line of your email.