Begin or Continue Your Nursing Career with NYS
We Want You
Welcome nurses to the start of your career search with New York State government. On this site you will find direct information that will assist you in your quest for employment opportunities with the State.
Nurses, did you know that New York State government employs nearly 7,000 unionized Registered Nurses in a wide range of direct care and specialty area titles located in every county within the state? Registered Nurse positions exist within the:
State University System
Department of Health
Office of Children and Family Services
Office of Mental Health
Office for People With Developmental Disabilities
Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services
Department of Correctional Services
Positions are also located within other State agencies, the renowned Helen Hayes Rehabilitation hospital, four NYS Veterans homes, two schools for the Blind and Deaf, and two world class research institutes. We employ another 500+ in non-direct care titles dealing with Medicaid or Workers Compensation claims, and HIV research.