Regional Nurse Director - Juvenile Facilities

Maryland AG; Maryland; On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) invites applications for a Regional Nurse Manager (Registered Nurse Manager Medical) serving at Somatic Health Services, Cheltenham Youth Detention Center, Cheltenham, MD. The role leads nursing practice, ensures patient care standards, and oversees multiple facilities within the region.

You will supervise staff, ensure compliance with state nursing regulations and DJS procedures, manage 24/7 operations, and participate in fiscal and quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or health-related field required.
• Four years of RN experience with two years in Medical option and one year in supervisory/administrative/consultative capacity.

Responsibilities

• Lead resource for nursing practice and environment of care; supervise, coach, and educate nursing staff.
• Ensure care services are implemented per DJS policies, procedures, and standards.
• Provide indirect supervision of medical units; ensure compliance with nursing regulations and DJS policies.
• Oversee 24-hour operation and clinical nursing care at one or more facilities; may perform central admin duties.
• Responsible for fiscal, environmental, and quality operations in assigned facilities.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff education

Policy compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) invites applications for a Regional Nurse Manager (Registered Nurse Manager Medical) serving at Somatic Health Services, Cheltenham Youth Detention Center, Cheltenham, MD. The role leads nursing practice, ensures patient care standards, and oversees multiple facilities within the region.

You will supervise staff, ensure compliance with state nursing regulations and DJS procedures, manage 24/7 operations, and participate in fiscal and quality