Registered Nurse

VQ; Woolford (MD); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

VisionQuest (VQ) is a national child, youth, and family services organization delivering residential, community-based, and in-home support across the United States. The Registered Nurse will lead non-clinical health service delivery for youth, coordinating medical and dental care with providers, emphasizing disease prevention and health maintenance.

The role requires MD licensure and experience with children/adolescents.

Qualifications

• Maintain accurate medical files and documentation in VisionQuest database.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance.
• Monitor and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Oversee implementation and administration of healthcare policies and procedures.
• Conduct medical intakes, assessments, and health histories.
• Develop comprehensive care plans before end of duty, ensuring clear communication for incoming staff.
• Record and monitor vital signs, noting changes and investigating as needed.
• Provide timely medical, dental, and mental health services using local providers.
• Coordinate scheduling and transportation for medical appointments.
• Collaborate with health professionals to uphold health and safety standards.
• Attend medical appointments as necessary, especially for complex cases.
• Dispense medications according to VisionQuest's medication policy.
• Respond to emergency medical needs.
• Manage treatment authorization requests with insurance.
• Maintain relationships with community providers.
• Include children and families in care planning, priority setting, and goal establishment.
• Promote health restoration through physician collaboration and physical/psychological support.

Responsibilities

• Compliance and documentation in VisionQuest database and HIPAA adherence.
• Oversee health policies and procedures and ensure regulatory alignment.
• Conduct medical intakes and health histories, documenting care plans.
• Coordinate medical appointments and transportation for youth.
• Provide timely health services with local providers and monitor care plans.
• Delegate nurse responsibilities and supervise medication technicians per state rules.
• Respond to emergencies and manage medication authorizations.
• Engage with families in care planning and goal setting.
• Maintain clinical records and support ongoing professional development.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Crisis prevention

De-escalation

Child healthcare

Professional development

Independent worker

Writing skills

Organization

Leadership

Computer skills

Education

BSN degree

RN license

Delegating Nurse certification (Maryland)

CPR/First Aid, CPI certification

Experience with children/adolescents

Job description

At VisionQuest (VQ) , we serve children, youth, and families during some of the most critical moments of their lives. Our teams help young people overcome challenges, build resilience, and move toward brighter futures.

VQ is a national child, youth, and family services organization providing residential programming, community-based services, and in-home support across the United States. We partner with state and federal agencies to deliver services where the need is greatest and to strengthen the communities we serve.

Every role at VQ contributes to meaningful impact. Whether working directly with youth or supporting the professionals who serve them, your work helps create opportunity and stability for the next generation.

Why build your career at VQ?

Purpose-driven work

Every role contributes to helping children and families succeed.

Fair and responsible compensation

We are committed to transparent and equitable pay practices.

Career growth opportunities

Internal promotions and leadership development pathways.

Professional leadership culture

Accountable, supportive leadership focused on long-term success.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-paid Life and Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) with employer match

At VQ, we are building more than programs.We are building careers that make a difference.

The Registered Nurse assumes a pivotal role within VisionQuest by spearheading the team's approach to non-clinical health service delivery. The Nurse evaluates, facilitates, and oversees all aspects of youth's medical and dental care. Emphasizing disease prevention and health maintenance, the Registered Nurse collaborates closely with medical providers to ensure children in our care receive the best health services available.

*Pay range starts at $70,000+ annually

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Compliance:
• Maintain accurate medical files and documentation in VisionQuest database
• Ensure adherence to HIPAA standards
• Monitor and maintain compliance with all applicable healthcare regulations
• Oversee implementation and administration of all healthcare policies and procedures
• Medical Services Coordination & Response:
• Conduct and document medical intakes, assessments, and health histories
• Implement and monitor care plans through effective communication and documentation
• Develop comprehensive care plans before end of duty, ensuring clear communication for incoming staff
• Record and monitor vital signs, noting changes and conducting further investigation as needed
• Identify and report abnormal diagnostic data, demonstrating understanding of clinical implications
• Evaluate and document response to nursing care as defined in care plans
• Provide timely medical, dental, and mental health services using local providers
• Coordinate scheduling and transportation for medical appointments
• Collaborate with health professionals to uphold health and safety standards
• Attend medical appointments as necessary, especially for complex cases
• Dispense medications according to VisionQuest's medication policy
• Respond to emergency medical needs
• Manage treatment authorization requests with insurance
• Maintain relationships with community providers
• Include children and families in care planning, priority setting, and goal establishment
• Promote health restoration through physician collaboration and physical/psychological support
• Leadership and Supervision:
• Serve as Delegating Nurse for medication technicians, providing supervision and oversight of medication administration
• Monitor medication technician certifications and ensure timely renewal of required credentials
• Evaluate and document medication technician competency in accordance with state regulations
• Provide ongoing training and support to medication technicians as needed
• Ensure compliance with all state requirements for delegation and medication administration
• Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by supervisors.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with ability to listen actively.
• Crisis Prevention and De-escalation.
• Understanding of healthcare needs and requirements for children.
• Commitment to professional development and proactive research.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent writing and technical proficiency.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Strong management, organizational and leadership skills.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Google Drive) with the ability to learn new software.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from an accredited institution; Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) is preferred for advanced practice roles.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the relevant state or jurisdiction.
• Must obtain Maryland Board of Nursing Delegating Nurse certification within 90 days of hire
• Must maintain valid Delegating Nurse certification (renewed every 2 years)
• A minimum of one year experience working with children and adolescents.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Cleared tuberculosis test results.
• May be required to pass a drug test.
• Cleared background checks from appropriate entities, including Child Abuse and Neglect and FBI criminal background.
• Obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be eligible to drive to facilitate program services as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May lift and carry up to 10 pounds frequently, up to 20 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds infrequently.
• Performs tasks that may involve standing or walking 50% of the day; sitting 50%of the day.
• May bend, stoop, reach and grasp as necessary.
• Must be able to provide First Aid and CPR.
• Must be able to perform physical holds as instructed in Crisis Prevention Intervention training (CPI).