Registered Nurse I

Frederick County Government•Health Department - Frederick, MD

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

All students in Frederick County Public Schools are provided with health services in the school setting. It is through this joint effort between Frederick County Public Schools and Frederick County Health Department that the School Health Services provides the link between health and education. This link is the key to the success of every student in Frederick County. Health and education go hand in hand, and both are essential components for the success of every student in the school setting. We are seeking positive and professional staff with a passion for caring for children to join our diverse School Health Services team. Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible); full-time during school year (10-month position); 35 hours per week; (Monday – Friday, varied hours based on work location); full benefits; This role requires travel between assigned schools and programs, with occasional assignments at other schools or for special health-related initiatives. 13 Vacancies This position delivers professional nursing services to designated Frederick County public schools, ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of students. Responsibilities may include supervising and evaluating Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Health Room Technicians (CNA/CMTs), coordinating school health programs, developing and implementing individualized care plans, and acting as a liaison between schools, families, and healthcare providers. Additional duties involve maintaining health documentation, managing communicable disease prevention efforts, overseeing emergency care protocols, and providing direct health room coverage. The incumbent will float to other schools to cover staff absences if needed. Oversight is received from a School Health Manager. Newly hired employees will attend a 6-week orientation and training at the Frederick County Health Department. NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate - exception may be made for applicants who possess secondary language skills in Spanish. Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Nursing program with an Associate’s degree
Minimum 2 years of experience providing professional nursing services in a clinical, public health, school health, or community health setting.
Current Registered Nurse license through the Maryland State Board of Nursing (or current RN license from another state, with ability to obtain Maryland RN license within 30 days following hire)
Current certification in CPR by a recognized certification body (e.g. American Red Cross, Heart Association, etc.) or ability to be so certified during the orientation process
Possession of a valid driver's license
Ability to successfully complete mandatory RN Case Manager/Delegating nurse training course through Maryland State Board of Nursing during the first 6 weeks orientation and training period
Expertise in clinical assessment, care planning, and intervention strategies
Extensive knowledge of the fundamental principles of nursing care and patient assessment
Knowledge of common pediatric health concerns, chronic conditions, communicable diseases, and medication administration protocols
Knowledge and understanding of the legal aspects of RN practice
Knowledge of program assessment, strategic planning, intervention and effective evaluation
Knowledge of Maryland State laws, rules and regulations governing School Health Nursing, including the State Nurse Practice Act and ethical standards
Ability to administer medications and treatments safely, monitor side effects, and document appropriately
Strong clerical and record-keeping skills, including the ability to maintain detailed health records and documentation (electronic and paper)
Proficient knowledge with data entry, spreadsheets, and databases, along with competence in email communication, formatting, and file management.
Ability to effectively oversee, guide, and support direct reports by providing direction, evaluating performance, ensuring adherence to nursing protocols, and fostering a collaborative work environment within the school health setting
Skill in interpreting health reports, performing basic math functions for accurate medication calculations, and assessing statistical data
Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including the ability to assist in the development and implementation of student health plans
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with persons of diverse educational, cultural, and economic backgrounds; co-workers, other health care professionals, students and parents/guardians, and the general public

Nice To Haves

Bachelors Degree in Nursing (BSN)
Master's degree in Nursing or a closely related field
Current certification as a school nurse or a child/adolescent certification such as pediatric nursing, maternal child health nursing, etc.
Related experience in a School Health Program
Completion of a RN Case Manager/Delegating nurse training course through Maryland State Board of Nursing
Work experience specifically in pediatric or medical surgical nursing
Secondary language skills in Spanish

Responsibilities

Supervise and evaluate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Health Room Technician-CNA/CMTs (HRTs) across multiple assigned school buildings
Delegate nursing functions to HRTs in compliance with the MD State Board of Nursing regulations, providing oversight and guidance
Monitor and assess the effectiveness of health services provided by LPNs and HRTs, identifying areas for improvement
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate health services provided to students in the assigned schools
Serve as a liaison between schools, students, parents/guardians, and healthcare providers, fostering collaboration in student health management
Develop and implement individualized health care plans, regularly evaluating their impact on student well-being
Educate and train parents/guardians and school personnel on student health needs, safety precautions, and developmental concerns
Assist in obtaining and maintaining emergency cards, immunization records and other appropriate student medical documents
Help families to find and use available health resources and be available to attend medical appointments with families and to visit families in their homes
Compile and maintain a file of current health education materials for students and faculty and serve as consultant and resource person for the health education program
Assist in establishing emergency care policies and protocols for managing student injuries and illnesses
Implement and oversee communicable disease prevention and response programs, including protocol interpretation and outbreak investigation
Investigate communicable diseases in the school setting
Promote effective sharing of information resources among the community, health care professionals and the school(s)
Analyze school health records and reports in order to develop and/or modify health programs to meet healthcare needs of school communities
Attend faculty, staff, and community meetings, actively contributing to school health discussions and initiatives
Provide on-site health room coverage to care for students’ chronic conditions, acute injury and illness
Provide appropriate health education for schools and communities as needed
Identify and respond to social, cultural, and environmental factors that influence student health and academic performance
Collaborate with families, educators, and community partners to ensure equitable access to care and support services, particularly for students from underserved or marginalized backgrounds
Work closely with school counselors, psychologists, and external providers to coordinate care and ensure continuity of mental health support.
Perform other related duties as required

Benefits

11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays (10 and 11 month employees may not receive all holidays)
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan).
Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan Vesting after 5 years of service
Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
Deferred Compensation Plan
Legal Resources
Supplemental Life Insurance
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan