NURSE PRACTITIONER II (Nurse Practitioner / Midwife II)

MD; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State of Maryland Benefits

Job summary

Maryland Department of Juvenile Services seeks a Nurse Practitioner II to deliver primary health care to youth at the Charles H. Hickey, Jr. School Campus in Parkville, MD.

The role includes managing vaccination programs, infection control, and collaboration with the Medical Director on quality initiatives. The position is full-time with a potential 50% FTE for part-time candidates. On-call duties rotate, and some telework may be limited.

Qualifications

• Current certificate as a Nurse Practitioner or Nurse-Midwife from the Maryland State Board of Nursing.
• Experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Nurse-Midwife, with preferred pediatric/adolescent primary care.
• Military service equivalency accepted for experience in nursing roles as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary health care services for youth at DJS facilities and shelters.
• Oversee vaccination program and assist with outbreak and infection control.
• Assist Medical Director with quality assurance, health initiatives, policy development, and special projects.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Pediatric care

Adolescent health

Infection control

Policy development

On-call duties

Education

Maryland NP certification

Job description

Grade

22

Location of Position

Somatic Health/Clinical Services, Charles H. Hickey, Jr. School Campus 9700 Old Harford Road, Parkville, MD 21234 (Baltimore County)

Main Purpose of Job

Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!

The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role of Nurse Practitioner II, so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!

This is a full-time position; however, we will also consider qualified candidates seeking part-time employment at 50% FTE or greater. Please indicate your availability in the Employment Preferences section of the application.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for:

• Providing primary health care services for youth at DJS facilities and shelter;
• Overseeing the DJS vaccination program for youth and assisting with outbreak and infection control;
• Assisting the DJS Medical Director as needed on quality assurance activities, health initiatives, policy and protocol development, and special projects.

An employee in this class exercises independence of action and initiative.

The incumbent must be on call on a rotating basis. Limited telework allowed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Determined by the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses under the certification requirements for Nurse Practitioner or Nurse-Midwife.

Experience: One year of experience as a Nurse Practitioner or as a Nurse-Midwife.

Note: Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Nurse Practitioner or Nurse Midwife classification or Nurse Practitioner or Nurse-Midwife specialty codes in the Nursing field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications

• Family or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
• More than one year of experience providing primary care as a nurse practitioner to male and female adolescent patients
• Experience working in a correctional, residential, or school-based setting
• Experience assisting with outbreaks, infection control, and/or vaccination programs
• Experience performing quality assurance activities
• Experience writing policy and procedures
• Experience with opioid overdose prevention and managing youth with opioid use disorders
• to be in shared coverage for on-call duties after hours, and to travel to DJS facilities as needed

Licenses, Registrations and Certifications

1. Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a current certificate as a Nurse Practitioner or as a Nurse Midwife from the Maryland State Board of Nursing, 4140 Patterson Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21215.

2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

Special Requirements

Employees in this classification may be subject to call and, therefore, may be required to provide the agency with a telephone number at which they can be reached.

Selection Process

Please ensure that your completed application includes sufficient information to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All documentation related to your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information received after this date will not be considered. Candidates who meet the qualifications will remain on the certified eligible list for a period of one (1) year. This list may also be used to fill similar positions within this classification in the future.

Examination Process

The assessment may involve a rating of your application based on your education, training, and/or experience as it relates to the position's requirements. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please report all relevant experience and education. For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of equivalent American education, as determined by a Foreign Credential Evaluation Service, at the time of hire. Please complete the supplemental questionnaire, if applicable. They will be used when rating applications. Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your completed application to receive credit. Missing or incomplete supplemental questionnaires may impact the overall rating of your completed application.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

If you are a Veteran applying for this position, please submit your DD 214 Long Form with your completed application to receive proper credit.

Benefits

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.

Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments.

We welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal service to explore rewarding career opportunities.