All students in Frederick County Public Schools are provided with health services in the school setting. It is through this joint effort between Frederick County Public Schools and Frederick County Health Department that the School Health Services provides the link between health and education. This link is the key to the success of every student in Frederick County. Health and education go hand in hand and both are essential components for the success of every student in the school setting. We ... more details
JOB INFORMATION
All students in Frederick County Public Schools are provided with health services in the school setting. It is through this joint effort between Frederick County Public Schools and Frederick County Health Department that the School Health Services provides the link between health and education. This link is the key to the success of every student in Frederick County. Health and education go hand in hand and both are essential components for the success of every student in the school setting. We are seeking positive and professional staff with a passion for caring for children to join our diverse School Health Services team.
Non-exempt; full-time during school year (10 month position); 35 hours per week; (Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.); full benefits
NOTE: Above base salary pay will be considered on a case-by-case basis and will be determined upon the qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position provides professional nursing services to Frederick County public schools, (FCPS). This position will provide nursing care alongside an Health Room Technician in FCPS with high acuity and a high volume of health room visits. The incumbent will float to other schools to cover staff absences if needed. Supervision is given to the assigned Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and/or Health Room Technician-CNA/CMTs; supervision is received from a Manager.
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE: Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County HSA contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D benefit
Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Vesting after 5 years of service (effective 7/1/2024)
Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, etc.
For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise and evaluate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Health Room Technician-CNA/CMTs (HRTs) in several assigned school buildings
Delegate nursing functions to HRTs as mandated through the MD State Board of Nursing
Assess, plan, implement and evaluate a health service program for the assigned schools
Serve as liaison/collaborator between the schools, students, parents/guardians and health care providers
Develop, write and implement health care plans for specific individual students
Interpret students' health/developmental status to parents/guardians and school personnel
Help families to find and use available health resources and be available to attend medical appointments with families and to visit families in their homes
Compile and maintain a file of current health education materials for students and faculty and serve as consultant and resource person for the health education program
Participate in establishing policies and procedures for emergency care of student injuries/illnesses
Implement and interpret defined protocols and procedures, as well as programs for the prevention and control of communicable diseases
Investigate communicable diseases in the school setting
Promote effective sharing of information resources among the community, health care professionals and the school(s)
Analyze school health records and reports in order to develop and/or modify health programs to meet healthcare needs of school communities
Attend and participate in faculty, staff and community meetings as pertains to school health
In the absence of the HRT or LPN, provide on-site health room coverage
Provide comprehensive and appropriate health education for schools and communities as needed
Perform other related duties as required
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Graduation from an accredited Nursing program with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree
Minimum 2 years of RN work experience (within the last 5 years) in public/community health nursing and/or school health nursing, primary care
Current Registered Nurse license through the Maryland State Board of Nursing (or current RN license from another compact state, with ability to obtain Maryland RN license following hire)
Current certification in CPR by a recognized certification body (e.g. American Red Cross, Heart Association, etc.) or ability to be so certified during the orientation process
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to successfully complete mandatory RN Case Manager/Delegating nurse training course through Maryland State Board of Nursing
Knowledge of program assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation
Knowledge of Maryland State laws, rules and regulations governing School Health Nursing
Knowledge of the State Nurse Practice Act in order to recognize the legal aspects of nursing
Ability to effectively plan, direct and supervise the work of others
Ability to accurately review and interpret statistical reports and information
Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including public speaking skills
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other health care professionals, students and parents/guardians, and the general public
PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:
BSN degree or a related Master's degree
Current certification as a school nurse or a child/adolescent certification such as pediatric nursing, maternal child health nursing, etc
Related experience in a School Health Program
Completion of a RN Case Manager/Delegating nurse training course through Maryland State Board of Nursing
Work experience specifically in pediatric or medical surgical nursing
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
While working in this position, the employee is frequently walking, stooping, and driving; occasionally climbing, lifting between 20-50 pounds; and rarely pushing over 40 pounds.
While working in this position, the employee is constantly working indoors; Potential exposure to infectious diseases; occasionally walking on uneven ground and required to wear protective equipment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS
This position is subject to random drug testing
Ability to provide own transportation to area schools, meetings, home visits and other commitments
Available to respond on-call as essential personnel in the event of an emergency situation
EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include):
An evaluation of training and experience
One or more interviews
A pre-employment fingerprint supported background investigation
An employment history review in accordance with §6–113 of the Maryland Education Article
A pre-employment physical examination that includes screening for communicable diseases (immunization inoculations may be necessary)
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