Community Health Nurse (MCH) - Queens

Job Description

Marketing Statement

NYC Health + Hospitals/At Home reaches outside the walls of our hospitals and brings health care to patients where they live. With more than 600 dedicated employees, Community Care provides services including home care, community care coordination, and community-based care management to individuals managing chronic health conditions residing in Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and The Bronx.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Job Description

PURPOSE OF POSITION AREAS:

Under the direction of the supervising Assistant Director of Nursing in Community Care, assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the patient’s plan of care. Provides direct skilled nursing care and observes and instructs the patient in their place of residence. May coordinate services of other caregivers.

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB: CERTIFICATION(S)/LICENSE(S):

• A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in
  
  

New York State; and

• Holds, or obtains through facility orientation, a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
  
  

through the American Heart Association (AHA); and

• One (1) year of experience as a registered nurse; and
• Ability to travel regularly to patient/client assignments across New York City via public transportation and/or
  
  

private vehicle; and

• Demonstrated commitment to continued professional development.
  
  

Department Preferences

How To Apply

If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button or forward your resume to CommunityCareCareers@nychhc.org noting the above Job ID # 110404.

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs