State of Maryland
COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE II SUPERVISOR
State of Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Introduction
When you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), you join a team of more than 5,000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year. DHS provides economic support, preventive services, and care for children and adults. We aim to deliver services quickly and foster bold innovation so that no one is left behind. GRADE
19 LOCATION OF POSITION
BALTIMORE CITY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES 1510 GUILFORD AVENUE BALTIMORE, MD 21202 Main Purpose of Job
The main purpose of this position is to supervise and monitor the work performance of lower level Registered Nurses. The Community Health Nurse Supervisor provides direction, guidance, observations, and clinical oversight to lower level nursing staff and Family Support Workers licensed as Certified Nursing Assistants. The incumbent ensures universal precautions are observed to prevent contamination and disease spread, delivers customer service, adheres to compliance requirements, and influences staff awareness of operational controls. POSITION DUTIES
Evaluate potential and current In Home Aide customers for medical necessity. Provide supervisory nursing guidance to Nursing Staff in In-Home Aide Services. Supervise, plan, schedule, assign, review and monitor the work performance of staff Community Health Nurses. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university. Experience: None required for education; substitutable qualifications include one year of RN experience, two years of RN experience, or U.S. Armed Forces military service as a nursing officer or health care specialist on a year‑for‑year basis. DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
One year of experience providing quality care by interpreting and enforcing policies and procedures. One year of supervisory experience in a nursing home or hospital setting. One year of experience as a home health nurse. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Current license as a Registered Nurse from the Maryland State Board of Nursing. Motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland if assigned duties that require a vehicle. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Employees must provide the facility with a telephone number at which they can be reached. SELECTION PROCESS
All information concerning qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. Successful candidates will be ranked Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible employment list for at least one year. EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination will consist of a rating of education, training, and experience as presented on the application. A supplemental questionnaire may be used in the rating process. BENEFITS
Health, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost. Personal Leave – six (6) personnel days annually. Annual Leave – ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year. Sick Leave – fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year. Parental Leave – up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon birth or adoption. Holidays – State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year. Pension – State employees earn credits toward a retirement pension. Positions may be eligible for telework. FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Applications are STRONGLY preferred online. If unable to apply online, mail a paper application to Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 25 S. Charles Street, Suite 1100, Baltimore, MD 21201. For general questions, contact 410‑767‑4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. Do not submit unsolicited documentation. TTY users may call Maryland Relay. Maryland is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Veterans to apply. The state is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who reflect the state’s diversity and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
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When you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), you join a team of more than 5,000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year. DHS provides economic support, preventive services, and care for children and adults. We aim to deliver services quickly and foster bold innovation so that no one is left behind. GRADE
19 LOCATION OF POSITION
BALTIMORE CITY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES 1510 GUILFORD AVENUE BALTIMORE, MD 21202 Main Purpose of Job
The main purpose of this position is to supervise and monitor the work performance of lower level Registered Nurses. The Community Health Nurse Supervisor provides direction, guidance, observations, and clinical oversight to lower level nursing staff and Family Support Workers licensed as Certified Nursing Assistants. The incumbent ensures universal precautions are observed to prevent contamination and disease spread, delivers customer service, adheres to compliance requirements, and influences staff awareness of operational controls. POSITION DUTIES
Evaluate potential and current In Home Aide customers for medical necessity. Provide supervisory nursing guidance to Nursing Staff in In-Home Aide Services. Supervise, plan, schedule, assign, review and monitor the work performance of staff Community Health Nurses. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university. Experience: None required for education; substitutable qualifications include one year of RN experience, two years of RN experience, or U.S. Armed Forces military service as a nursing officer or health care specialist on a year‑for‑year basis. DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
One year of experience providing quality care by interpreting and enforcing policies and procedures. One year of supervisory experience in a nursing home or hospital setting. One year of experience as a home health nurse. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Current license as a Registered Nurse from the Maryland State Board of Nursing. Motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland if assigned duties that require a vehicle. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Employees must provide the facility with a telephone number at which they can be reached. SELECTION PROCESS
All information concerning qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. Successful candidates will be ranked Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible employment list for at least one year. EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination will consist of a rating of education, training, and experience as presented on the application. A supplemental questionnaire may be used in the rating process. BENEFITS
Health, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost. Personal Leave – six (6) personnel days annually. Annual Leave – ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year. Sick Leave – fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year. Parental Leave – up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon birth or adoption. Holidays – State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year. Pension – State employees earn credits toward a retirement pension. Positions may be eligible for telework. FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Applications are STRONGLY preferred online. If unable to apply online, mail a paper application to Department of Human Services, Examination Services Unit, 25 S. Charles Street, Suite 1100, Baltimore, MD 21201. For general questions, contact 410‑767‑4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. Do not submit unsolicited documentation. TTY users may call Maryland Relay. Maryland is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Veterans to apply. The state is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who reflect the state’s diversity and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
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