REGISTERED NURSE SUPERVISOR MEDICAL

State of Maryland - MD School for Deaf - Frederick - Educational Svc.; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maryland School for the Deaf is seeking a Nurse Supervisor to lead the Student Health Centers at the Frederick Campus. You will supervise nursing staff, coordinate recruitment and assignments, and develop procedures for the SHC in compliance with state guidelines and regulations.

Responsibilities include maintaining medical records, attending IEP meetings, and assisting with nursing care for students. This is a 12-month position with a steady on-site schedule at 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with

Qualifications

• Current license as a Registered Nurse in Maryland or multi-state license as required.
• Experience: at least three years as an RN, with one year in supervision/administration or teaching.
• Substitutions allowed for degree requirements as described in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Manage, plan, coordinate, implement and supervise Student Health Centers at the Frederick Campus.
• Supervise nurses, recruit and assign nursing personnel, and develop SHC procedures.
• Ensure compliance with Maryland School Health Services Guidelines, COMAR and DHR regulations; attend IEP meetings.

Skills

ASL skills (preferred)

Nurse supervision

Health services coordination

Education

RN licensed (Maryland Board of Nursing)

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field (substitution allowed)

Master’s degree in Nursing or health-related field (substitution allowed)

Job description

Introduction

The Maryland School for the Deaf provides an inclusive, language-rich environment for deaf and hard of hearing students from birth through age 21. Rooted in a bilingual education approach, we ensure full access to American Sign Language and English across comprehensive academic, extracurricular, and student life programs. In partnership with families and communities, we empower students to think critically and develop a sense of self and belonging. This position is 12 months. The shift is 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with flexibility to adjust as needed.

GRADE

STD0021

LOCATION OF POSITION

MSD, Frederick Campus, 101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD 21705

Main Purpose of Job

The Nurse Supervisor is responsible for the management, planning, coordination, implementation, and supervision of both Student Health Centers (Kent-McCanner and Klipp) at the Frederick Campus of the Maryland School for the Deaf.

POSITION DUTIES

The Nurse Supervisor is responsible for the management, planning, coordination, implementation and supervision of the Student Health Center at Maryland School for the Deaf on Frederick Campus. Supervise nurses in providing nursing care for the Student Health Center. Coordinate recruitment, selection and assignment of the nursing personnel. Plans and develops Student Health Center procedures. Ensures the Student Health Center is in compliance with the Maryland School Health Services Guidelines, COMAR and DHR regulations. Acts as liaison and resource to parents and school staff regarding health care and treatment. Monitors and coordinates health awareness programs for students, families, teachers, staff and nurses. Supervises and maintains accurate and up to date medical records, including annual physicals and updated immunizations. Attend IEP meetings. Assist with providing nursing care for our students. The Nurse Supervisor will work closely with Columbia Campus Nurse Supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Determined by the Maryland State Board of Nursing under the licensing requirements for Registered Nurses.

Experience: Three years of experience as a Registered Nurse to include one year in a supervisory, administrative or teaching capacity and two years in the Medical option.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or a related field from an accredited college or university for one year of the required general experience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree in Nursing or a health related field from an accredited college or university for two years of the required general experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Nursing classifications or Nursing and Hospital Administration specialty codes in the Nursing field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

American Sign Language skills preferred. Successful candidate will be expected to acquire ASL skills.

School nursing experience highly desirable.

Previous supervisory experience preferred.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a current license as a Registered Nurse from the Maryland State Board of Nursing, 4140 Patterson Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21215 or possess a current multi-state license in party states that candidates have declared as primary states of residence.

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

3. Employees in this classification may be required to successfully complete cardiopulmonary resuscitation training and maintain current certification.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Employees in this classification are subject to call-in and, therefore, will be required to provide the facility with a phone number at which they can be reached.

2. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

3. New hires are subject to a criminal background investigation at their own expense. (Maryland Code, Family Law Article 1, Sections 5-560-568)

4. Candidates will need to provide three letters of recommendation with their application.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Individuals from traditionally underserved and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.