The Westchester County Department of Social Services, located in downtown White Plains, NY, has an immediate opening for a Health Services Coordinator (Registered Nurse Coordinator).
Under general supervision, an incumbent of this position executes and coordinates the development, administration, and implementation of a designated health service delivery system or large program(s). This position serves a variety of functions designed to obtain maximum efficiency and quality of care. This position has significant authority in the area of decision-making as it relates to the delivery of services and in the ancillary/support areas. Responsibilities require day-to-day contact with agencies and other departments providing health care services in order to ensure that objectives are met, problem areas are corrected, and opportunities to improve services are addressed. Supervision is exercised over nursing, technical and clerical support staff; or over a major vendored health related program. Does related work as required
EXAMPLES OF WORK CONTINUED:
Participates in the development and implementation of policies, practices and procedures designed to meet program goals and objectives for the delivery of public health programs or medical services and to ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations and codes;
Conducts programs designed to educate patients/clients on the proper utilization of health care systems, current medical recommendations and standards of care;
*When assigned to the Department of Health:
Supervises, monitors and coordinates all activities related to LEAD, Perinatal and IAP programs and services delivery, including required recording, reporting, referral, and follow-up, and ensures appropriate use of EHR (Electronic Health Record) and registries;
Provides oversight for visits to primary care delivery sites as well as environmental sites of concern;
Ensures Nursing Licenses, trainings, annual nursing reviews and credentials are up to date;
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Possession of a valid license and current registration, issued by the New York State Education Department, as a Registered Professional Nurse and either: (a) a Bachelor's Degree* in Nursing and three years experience where the primary function of the position was professional nursing at the leadership level; or (b) a Bachelor's Degree* and four years of experience as stated in (a).
SUBSTITUTION: Satisfactory completion of 30 credits towards a Master's Degree* in Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Education, Public Health Administration or closely related field may be substituted for one year of the above stated required experience.
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Besides a competitive salary, our compensation package includes comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, deferred compensation, paid leave and retirement plan.
Westchester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
About Westchester County
Westchester County, located in the heart of the historic Hudson Valley, covers 500 square miles and has a population of just under a million. Originally home to Native Americans, who were members of the Lenape tribe, it is today a rich mix of many cultures and landscapes. The County is a blend of bustling cities, quaint villages and picturesque towns as well as open spaces and a network of beautiful parks. The County is also an intellectual capital, boasting a highly educated workforce, competitive colleges and universities, Fortune 500 companies, world changing non-profits, and cutting-edge technology.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $89,630.00 - $149,070.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Geriatrics
- Medical-Surgical
- Perioperative Care
- Primary Care
- Public Health
- Telemetry
- Urgent Care
- Wound Care
Standard shift:
Weekly schedule:
Experience:
- Nursing: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Ability to Relocate:
- White Plains, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person