Registered Nurse 1 (NY HELPS)

Duties Participate in nursing activities, including the preparation, evaluation, and implementation of nursing care plans to ensure quality patient care. Act as health liaison. Coordinate and schedule medical follow-up, including completion of consultations. Provide first aid and emergency nursing care. Monitor and order pharmaceutical supplies for each individual. Attend team reviews and present information, as needed. Meet documentation requirements, including obtaining and transcribing physicians’ orders, daily nursing notes, health charts, medication regimen reviews, and case review summaries. Provide medication administration. Maintain inventory standards for medication, controlled substances, and medical supplies. Participate in staff training. Prepare clinical and administrative reports. Additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview. Minimum Qualifications Transfer: One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in this title or in a title eligible for 70.1 transfer. Open to the Public: This title is part of the New York Hiring 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 if the candidate meets the NY HELPS minimum qualifications. Licensed and currently registered to practice nursing in New York State; must maintain a valid New York State license and registration. Salary and Compensation Salary Schedule: $96,147 – $105,138. Posted hiring salary includes the statutory hiring rate for PS&T Grade 18 and a $20,000 geographic differential. Employees hired for the 2 pm – 10 pm shift qualify for a 7% shift differential and a $575.00 inconvenience pay. For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non‑competitive appointment; no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title they apply for. Within one year of permanent appointment, employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non‑competitive employment status converted to competitive status without the need to compete in an examination. Employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified while serving permanently in a NY HELPS title. Benefits of Working for NYS Holiday & Paid Time Off Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually Up to thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually Up to five (5) days of paid personal leave annually Up to thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development Health Care Benefits Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost Additional Benefits New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership NYS Deferred Compensation Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Additional compensation above the hiring rate may apply depending on the candidate’s training and experience Employees hired for the evening shift (2 pm – 10 pm) qualify for a 7% shift differential and a $575.00 inconvenience pay. Background Investigation Requirements All prospective employees will be investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC), which includes state and federal criminal history record checks. All convictions must be reported; a felony or misdemeanor conviction, or any falsified or omitted information on the employment application, may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Prospective employees will be fingerprinted to obtain a record of their criminal history information and may be required to pay any necessary fees. All prospective employees will be screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees will be required to pay any necessary fees. For Division of Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth (DJJOY) prospective appointees will be checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable. Equal Opportunity Statement The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is an equal opportunity employer. OCFS does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy‑related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr