What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Professional Nurse position at Oneida County?
ONEIDA COUNTY GOVERNMENT
NOTICE OF VACANCY
DEPARTMENT: Public Health
CIVIL SERVICE TITLE: Registered Professional Nurse
CLASSIFICATION TYPE: Non-Competitive
SALARY (GRADE): $61,441 (19N) Plus Excellent Benefits
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 31, 2026
APPLY ONLINE*: https://oneida-
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: Employees in this class perform professional nursing
duties in the care of patients or students in private homes, schools, clinics or in a skilled nursing facility.
Incumbents are responsible for maintaining acceptable health standards and providing continuing and/or
emergency treatment for those under their care. Responsibilities also include the performance of diversified
nursing duties in accordance with professional practices, special orders from physicians, and established
rules and regulations. This position differs from that of the certified position of School Nurse Teacher in that
there is no responsibility for either classroom instruction or guidance involved. The work is performed under
the general supervision of a physician, or other administrative official, permitting the exercise of
independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work. General supervision may be exercised over
other non-professional and clerical employees. The incumbent performs related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications at time of application.
Possession of a current valid license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State at
time of appointment. This license must be maintained throughout appointment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of an appropriate level, valid Driver's License at time of
appointment. This license must be maintained throughout appointment.
NOTE: Candidates MUST submit with application a copy of current valid license to practice as a Registered
Professional Nurse in New York State
**Oneida County is an equal opportunity employer**
- If you do not have internet access, paper applications can be picked up in the Personnel Department on the 6th Floor of the Oneida
County Office Building. You may also request a paper application to be mailed by calling
Issued: 01/01/2026
Salary : $61,441