Public Health Nurse – 2026-07-28
Responsibilities
This provisional position is located at the Steuben County Department of Public Health & Nursing Services.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
The work involves responsibility for the performance of skilled nursing activities with individuals and families in accordance with the planned program of the Steuben County Public Health. The work is carried out in accordance with standard, modern, well-established and accepted professional skilled nursing practices. The incumbent is responsible for assessment of health needs and knowledge of principles, practices, terminology, disease epidemiology, and disease prevention. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director, Assistant Director or Public Health Coordinator, with leeway allowed the incumbent for the exercise of independent judgment in the carrying out of assignments as long as the agreed-upon plans and standard practices and procedures are followed. Assignments made to employees in this class require access to transportation to meet field work requirements made in the ordinary course of business in a timely and efficient manner. Does related work as required.
MUST BE SUCCESSFUL IN A CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION AT A LATER DATE.
Minimum Qualification
Graduation from a regionally-accredited or New York State-registered college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
Special Requirement
Possession of a currently valid license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State is required for appointment and as a condition of continued employment.
Salary: $61,669 - $76,397 Annually, Depending on Experience + NYS Retirement and an excellent benefits package
To Apply
The Examination-Employment Application can be found by clicking here: https://www.steubencountyny.gov/214/Forms-Applications
Original applications accepted until August 25, 2026. Send to:
Lindsay Rice, Confidential Secretary
Steuben County Department of Personnel
3 East Pulteney Square
Bath, NY 14810
(607) 664-2345
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