Registered Nurse

ABOUT US

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is one of the leading school systems in Maryland and the nation. To learn more about us and our 2024 -2029 Strategic Plan, please visit our website and our careers page. Join our award-winning workforce and make a difference in the lives of our students!

ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS

Before you begin, please read the job posting below carefully including the Application Requirements specific to this position. Be sure your application reflects experience and education required to meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications listed. Our application guide includes detailed instructions to assist you. Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes.

Please note that application submission will be available only through 11:59 PM on the date prior to the indicated end date. If no end date is indicated, the posting will remain open indefinitely.

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DESCRIPTION

Under the supervision of the Nursing Supervisor and Coordinator, the Nurse, Cedar Lane will provide full-time nursing services to the special education students at our special needs school during the school day. The school-based Cedar Lane registered nurse practices school nursing in accordance with the State of Maryland Nurse Practice Act and professional standards of nursing practice. They will coordinate and/or provide services to special education students with complex medical conditions and health-related safety needs. They will work collaboratively to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, families, HCPSS school staff, administrators, and supervisors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all qualifications below to be considered for the vacancy.

Education:

• A diploma from an accredited school of nursing or an Associate of Arts degree in Nursing from an accredited school.

Certification/Licensure:

• Active license to practice registered nursing in the State of Maryland.

Experience:

• Two (2) years of pediatric or community health experience.
• Current CPR and AED certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate for this role will also possess a combination of the additional qualifications below. If you don’t meet every one of the preferred qualifications, we still encourage you to apply, as we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

• Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing.
• Two (2) years nursing experience supporting special education students and their families.
• Experience creating and updating or monitoring the implementation of nursing care plans.
• Experience independently performing treatments such as suctioning, tube feedings, and administering oxygen.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

The below list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

• Provides nursing care to students with complex medical needs and independently performs nursing treatments
• Performs nursing assessments and tasks to address student health care needs in school and during bus transportation.
• Provides basic first aid and emergency care to staff and visitors, as needed. Make referrals for additional care when indicated. 
• Clarifies physician orders and writes procedures for treatment in consultation with the physician.  Maintains accurate and appropriate records 
• Communicates confidentially with health services professionals, school personnel, and parents or guardians.
• Administers medications and treatments according to physician orders. 
• Delegates nursing functions to unlicensed personnel.
• Maintains equipment in good working order, and reports equipment problems to parents and/or health services professionals
• Monitors and reports student problems during transportation to parents, health services professionals, and school staff as appropriate 
• Participates in school committees, parent conferences, IEP meetings, as needed. 
• Makes home visits where indicated. 
• Provides case management and care coordination to help students achieve their best possible health and to support student success in the learning process. 
• Addresses health related barriers to student success in the learning process. 
• Apprises school staff of health and safety issues. 
• Maintains confidential information in compliance with nursing practice, state and federal regulations, and school board policy. 
• Serves as liaison, consultant, and resource person with students, parents or guardians, school staff, related services personnel, and the community. 
• Collaborate with school administrators regarding school health services issues. 
• Monitors and reports environmental health concerns. 
• Maintains current licensure in nursing and related certification as appropriate.
• Keeps abreast of current nursing theory and practice and attends professional conferences and workshops
• Performs other duties as assigned

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Complete applications must be submitted, and once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes. Incomplete applications will not be considered.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
 

SELECTION CRITERIA

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. Interviews will be limited to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the basic requirements, have experience and education which most closely match the position qualifications and the needs of the school system.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

Compensation

This is an 11-month per year position in the Howard County Education Association, Educational Support Professionals (HCEA-ESP) employee unit. Compensation will be set within Lane A on the Nurses’ scale. Step placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the Howard County Public School System and the HCEA Master Agreement which considers relevant prior experience. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is not exempt from overtime.

Retirement

Membership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency (MSRA) pension plan is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in the State Personnel and Pensions Article and the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR). A qualifying employee cannot reject membership, nor can an ineligible employee elect membership. The annual contribution to the pension plan will be 7% of an employee’s annual salary.

Benefits

HCPSS offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the negotiated agreement for employees in this bargaining unit.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Professional references will be contacted prior to any offer of employment. Recommended candidates will be required to provide references from current and recent supervisors.

All employees, regular and temporary, must be fingerprinted, have a criminal background investigation completed, and successfully complete the Maryland Employment History Review, pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland. In addition, some positions will require completion of a physical examination and/or drug testing.

Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the United States. HCPSS participates in E-Verify and does not offer employee sponsorship.

For questions regarding this posting, please contact Jackita Moore, [email protected] OR [email protected].

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

To request an accommodation during the application or interview process due to a documented disability, please email [email protected].

HCPSS celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind. HCPSS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees in providing them with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at HCPSS are based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability,  sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, veteran status or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.