College Public Health Nurse

College Public Health Nurse

Under the direction of the Associate Director of Student Health and Counseling Services, the College Public Health Nurse delivers non-clinical health education, case management, oversight of immunization compliance, and holistic wellness support to undergraduate and graduate students at the School of Visual Arts (SVA). This role serves as a public health subject matter expert for the College, supporting infection control efforts, managing communicable disease responses, and connecting a creative student-artist community with critical health resources. Note: This is a public health, case management, and administrative RN/LPN role. It does not involve direct clinical care or hands-on medical services on campus.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and facilitate online and in-person health promotion campaigns, workshops, and awareness events tailored to a diverse student-artist population.
• Actively participate in departmental staff meetings, case consultations, and multidisciplinary student support meetings.
• Serve as a departmental consultant on the College public health policies, staying informed on emerging campus and community health trends to guide best practices.
• Build and maintain an updated network of local community health resources.
• Perform other job-related duties or special projects as assigned.

• Oversee data entry, tracking, and verification of incoming student immunization records to ensure compliance with New York State Department of Health (NYS DOH) requirements.
• Prepare and submit the annual NYS DOH Immunization Report every October.
• Manage student communication regarding compliance deadlines, health requirements, and registration holds.
• Act as the primary campus liaison for students, faculty, staff, and external agencies regarding compliance procedures, medical exemptions, and religious exemptions.
• Serve as an advisory resource for campus-wide infection control, communicable disease tracking, and public health response coordination.

• Conduct initial assessments of non-urgent student health concerns and connect students with appropriate off-campus healthcare and community resources.
• Provide holistic case management for 'Students of Concern' (including students with medical-related Incident Reports or STAR/Students at Risk reports), initiating outreach and documenting ongoing support plans.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and confidential student health records using standard SOAP note documentation.
• Deliver individualized health education, wellness coaching, and self-care navigation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• License: Active Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of New York.
• Certifications: Current valid cardiopulmonary (CPR) and first aid certifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: Master's of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Public Health (MPH), Nursing Education, or Health Education degree preferred.
• Experience: Three (3+) years or more of related nursing and public health experience; or two (2+) years of experience working in higher education, healthcare administration, and health program management.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel), Google Workspace, and data entry/software systems, with a strong ability to learn new administrative technologies. Demonstrated experience with immunization tracking systems, Ellucian Colleague (or similar higher education ERPs), and data compliance.
• Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) credential or Board Certification in College Health Nursing.
• Prior experience working with adolescents or college-aged populations.
• Professional fluency in a second or multiple languages is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies:

• In-depth understanding of campus public health practices, student assessment, crisis intervention, SOAP note documentation, and NYS DOH immunization compliance standards.
• Ability to engage compassionately with students from diverse cultural, socio-economic, and artistic backgrounds, tailoring health messaging and support to their specific needs.
• High degree of diplomacy, tact, and confidentiality when handling sensitive student matters, incident reports (STAR reports), and individuals in distress.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills; proven ability to partner effectively with students, families, faculty, staff, and local healthcare providers.
• Strong time-management and problem-solving abilities to balance multiple priorities and manage frequent interruptions in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive and independent worker with a demonstrated aptitude for learning new technology platforms (such as student databases and compliance tracking systems).

Physical Requirements or Working Conditions:

• Location: 340 East 24th Street, New York, NY 10010.
• Schedule Requirements: On-site 2 days/week (14 hours/week) for 30 weeks (September to May). Occasional flexibility may be required to support special campus events or public health initiatives.
• Remote Work Policy: This is an on-site role; remote work accommodations are rare and permitted only on an occasional, pre-approved basis, requiring adherence to all standard department communication protocols and methods. Employee will be required to maintain the same standard work schedule and hours as would be performed in the office.
• Physical Demands: Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and moving across campus buildings; ability to lift or transport light office materials up to 25 lbs.
• Work Environment: Primary duties are performed in an office and campus environment. Ability to use standard office equipment.

Application Instructions:

• Cover Letter - Describe your interest in the position and how your qualifications meet the stated requirements.
• Rsum - Include relevant experience and key responsibilities.
• Certification and licensure requirements - Include as a PDF attachment to the application.

Working at SVA:

The School of Visual Arts has been a leader in the education of artists, designers, and creative professionals for more than seven decades. With a faculty of distinguished working professionals, a dynamic curriculum, and an emphasis on critical thinking, SVA is a catalyst for innovation and social responsibility. Comprising over 7,000 students at its Manhattan campus and over 41,000 alumni from 128 countries, SVA also represents one of the most influential artistic communities in the world. For more information about the College's 30 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

The School of Visual Arts is an equal-opportunity employer. Diversity and inclusion are core principles of the College. SVA enjoys a community that represents a diverse range of historically underrepresented groups, including various ethnic and religious backgrounds, gender identities, and abilities, as well as individuals from foreign countries. All are encouraged to apply.