Nursing Education Director jobs in Nassau, NY

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

NY HELPS
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In May 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.

At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:

• Current New York State license as a registered nurse (RN), a master's degree, and four years of professional administrative or educational experience in a college, university, education agency, or professional association having oversight, regulatory, or coordinative responsibility for higher or professional education. Two years of this experience must have been related to either the regulation and/or licensure of nurses or to the development, review, or offering of nursing education programs.

PROMOTION: Current NYSED employees must have one year of permanent service as an Assistant in Nursing Education.

COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Associate in Nursing Education.

Section 70.1 Transfer: Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements and have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in any of the Professional Educator Titles (Grade 26 or 28), as indicated here: http://www.nysed.gov/hr/section-701-transfer-determinations-between-professional-educator-titles-grade-22-26-and-28.

For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website. https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/title-search/index.cfm

55b/c Appointment: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and candidates with 55b/c eligibility are encouraged to apply. Candidates must possess a current 55b/c eligibility letter and the following minimum qualifications:

• Current New York State license as a registered nurse (RN), a master's degree, and four years of professional administrative or educational experience in a college, university, education agency, or professional association having oversight, regulatory, or coordinative responsibility for higher or professional education. Two years of this experience must have been related to either the regulation and/or licensure of nurses or to the development, review, or offering of nursing education programs.

It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.

The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of the Professions (OP) is seeking candidates for an Associate in Nursing Education position within the Office of the Executive Secretary of the State Board for Nursing and Clinical Laboratory Technology. Under the supervision of an Executive Secretary, State Boards for the Professions, duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Evaluate new nursing and clinical laboratory technology education proposals or changes to existing policies, for compliance with applicable laws and professional education accreditation standards;
• Evaluate and approve clinical laboratory training programs that qualify individuals for eight highly specialized clinical laboratory technology professions (i.e., restricted licenses in Molecular Diagnostics, Cytogenetics, and Histocompatibility)
• Evaluate and approve the clinical laboratory experience of applicants for four clinical laboratory technology professions.
• Draft proposed regulations and supporting documentation relating to the nursing, clinical laboratory technology, and other health professions;
• Research, analyze, and draft reports on proposed New York State and federal legislation governing the nursing, clinical laboratory technology and other professions, and health care workers;
• Conduct research and draft position papers on subjects affecting nursing, clinical laboratory technology, and other health care professions (e.g., emergency preparedness, healthcare workforce shortages, professional misconduct);
• Interact with education accrediting organizations, professional associations, and the National Council of State Boards for Nursing (NCSBN) on matters relevant to the nursing professions and other health related professions and occupations.;
• Respond verbally and in writing to telephone calls and written correspondence from health practitioners, employers, professional organizations and general public regarding health care practitioner licensing laws, clinical practice issues and other health related issues;
• Research and draft position statements and standards of practice for: Licensed Practical Nurses, Registered Professional Nurses, Clinical Nurse Specialists (in 4 different practice specialties), Nurse Practitioners (in 16 different practice specialties) Clinical Laboratory Technologists (in 9 different practice specialties) Clinical Laboratory Technicians, Cytotechnologists, Histotechnicians, and other professions;
• Make presentations and/or participate in meetings of the State Boards for Nursing, Clinical Laboratory Technology, and Professional State Boards, as well as in meetings of health professional associations, professional and higher education organizations, and government agencies; and
• Assist the Executive Secretary in the general workflow of the office, including acting as a liaison with other Offices and Department personnel, as needed; and supervising Board Office staff and overseeing office operations in the absence of the Executive Secretary, as designated.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This will be a permanent, competitive appointment or a permanent non-competitive appointment. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In May 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin. For 55b/c appointment, candidates must possess the minimum qualifications, a current 55b/c eligibility letter and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of Current New York State license as a registered nurse (RN) and a master's degree will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. Candidates are required to be licensed and Registered by the New York State Education Department as a Registered Professional Nurse at the time of hire. Continued employment as an Associate in Nursing Education is dependent upon maintaining Registered Nurse (RN) licensure. Failure to maintain Registerd Nurse (RN) licensure will result in removal from employment.

This position leads to a maximum salary of $117,825 based on annual performance advances.

APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by May 2, 2024 to opjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (OP-1757/19632) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.

New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.

Interested in a job with New York State, but don’t know where to start?

Visit these links for information on working for New York State:

• https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/
• https://www.cs.ny.gov/pio/publications/gettingajob.pdf

Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:

Holiday & Paid Time Off

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20 days with additional years of service.
• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.

Health Care Benefits

• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.

Additional Benefits

• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Opportunities for telecommuting.
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.