Registered Nurse I-Floater

JOB INFORMATION

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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 (compensatory and/or overtime eligible); full-time during school year (10-month position); 35 hours per week; (Monday - Friday, varied hours based on work location); full benefits; This role requires travel between assigned schools and programs, with occasional assignments at other schools or for special health-related initiatives.

This position delivers professional nursing services to designated Frederick County public schools, ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of students. Responsibilities may include supervising and evaluating Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Health Room Technicians (CNA/CMTs), coordinating school health programs, developing and implementing individualized care plans, and acting as a liaison between schools, families, and healthcare providers. Additional duties involve maintaining health documentation, managing communicable disease prevention efforts, overseeing emergency care protocols, and providing direct health room coverage. The incumbent will float to other schools to cover staff absences if needed. Oversight is received from a School Health Manager.

Newly hired employees will attend a 6-week orientation and training at the Frederick County Health Department.

NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy.

For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate -exception may be made for applicants who possess secondary language skills in Spanish.

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 holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays (10 and 11 month employees may not receive all holidays)
  
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (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 Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
  
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  

+ Vesting after 5 years of service

+ Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.

• Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
  
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
  
• Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.
  
• Coming in 2025: Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
  

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

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• Supervise and evaluate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Health Room Technician-CNA/CMTs (HRTs) across multiple assigned school buildings
  
• Delegate nursing functions to HRTs in compliance with the MD State Board of Nursing regulations, providing oversight and guidance
  
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of health services provided by LPNs and HRTs, identifying areas for improvement
  
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate health services provided to students in the assigned schools
  
• Serve as a liaison between schools, students, parents/guardians, and healthcare providers, fostering collaboration in student health management
  
• Develop and implement individualized health care plans, regularly evaluating their impact on student well-being
  
• Educate and train parents/guardians and school personnel on student health needs, safety precautions, and developmental concerns
  
• Assist in obtaining and maintaining emergency cards, immunization records and other appropriate student medical documents
  
• 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
  
• Assist in establishing emergency care policies and protocols for managing student injuries and illnesses
  
• Implement and oversee communicable disease prevention and response programs, including protocol interpretation and outbreak investigation
  
• 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 faculty, staff, and community meetings, actively contributing to school health discussions and initiatives
  
• Provide on-site health room coverage to care for students� chronic conditions, acute injury and illness
  
• Provide 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

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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 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 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
  
• Possession of a valid automobile operator's license
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to maintain a valid automobile operator's license
  
• Ability to successfully complete mandatory RN Case Manager/Delegating nurse training course through Maryland State Board of Nursing during the first 6 weeks orientation and training period
  
• Expertise in clinical assessment, care planning, and intervention strategies
  
• Extensive knowledge of the fundamental principles of nursing care and patient assessment
  
• Knowledge of common pediatric health concerns, chronic conditions, communicable diseases, and medication administration protocols
  
• Knowledge and understanding of the legal aspects of RN practice
  
• Knowledge of program assessment, strategic planning, intervention and effective evaluation
  
• Knowledge of Maryland State laws, rules and regulations governing School Health Nursing, including the State Nurse Practice Act and ethical standards
  
• Ability to administer medications and treatments safely, monitor side effects, and document appropriately
  
• Strong clerical and record-keeping skills, including the ability to maintain detailed health records and documentation (electronic and paper)
  
• Proficient knowledge with data entry, spreadsheets, and databases, along with competence in email communication, formatting, and file management.
  
• Ability to effectively oversee, guide, and support direct reports by providing direction, evaluating performance, ensuring adherence to nursing protocols, and fostering a collaborative work environment within the school health setting
  
• Skill in interpreting health reports, performing basic math functions for accurate medication calculations, and assessing statistical data
  
• Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including the ability to assist in the development and implementation of student health plans
  
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with persons of diverse educational, cultural, and economic backgrounds; co-workers, other health care professionals, students and parents/guardians, and the general public
  

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:* Bachelors Degree in Nursing (BSN)

• Master's degree in Nursing or a closely related field
  
• 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
  
• Secondary language skills in Spanish
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:* While working in this position, the employee is frequently walking, stooping, reaching, performing repetitive motions, and driving; occasionally sitting, climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds; rarely lifting over 50 pounds, pushing and pulling up to and over 40 pounds.

• While working in this position, the employee is constantly working indoors; occasionally walking on uneven ground, potentially exposed to infectious diseases, and required to wear protective equipment.
  

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

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• This position is subject to random drug testing to include marijuana
  
• Required certifications must be maintained during employment
  
• 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
  
• Available for varied working schedule as needed
  

EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include):* An evaluation of training and experience

• One or more interviews
  
• A pre-employment fingerprint supported background investigation
  
• A pre-employment physical examination that includes screening for communicable diseases (immunization inoculations may be necessary)
  
• A pre-employment drug test to include marijuana
  
• An employment history review in accordance with §6-113 of the Maryland Education Article
  

Frederick County Government is committed to providing an inclusive work environment and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding workplace accommodation, including for individuals with disabilities. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process may contact the Talent Acquisition section of Human Resources. Inquiries about accommodations can be sent to Recruitment@FrederickCountyMD.gov

Retirement Plan:

A defined benefit retirement plan is provided for all regular County employees. Employees are automatically enrolled in either the Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting) or the Non-Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting, effective 07/01/2024) depending upon position classification. The majority of support for the plan is provided by the County; however, employees are required to make a mandatory pre-tax contribution towards their benefit. Retirement benefits are payable at normal, early or delayed retirement. Retirement benefits are also payable upon termination and in the event of death or disability.

Health Insurance

County employees have a choice of two medical insurance plans, an In-Network (HMO) Plan or a High Deductible medical plan with a Health Care Savings Account, to provide coverage for medical and surgical expenses, hospital and emergency care expenses, mental health expenses and prescription drugs. The County and participants share in the cost of the health insurance with the employee having the benefit of pre tax contribution deductions. Medical insurance goes into effect on the first day of active employment.

Dental Insurance:

Employees may select coverage from one of three dental plan options, ranging from a PPO plan to a dental HMO plan. Coverage includes preventive care, fillings, crowns, bridges and dentures, and the cost of dental insurance is shared by both the County and the employee. Dental insurance goes into effect on the first day of the month that follows the eligible employee's completion of 30 days of active employment

NOTE: Employees working 75% or greater of a 35 or 40 hour position are eligible for health & dental insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts:

The Flex Spending plan allows employees to pay health and day care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees may set aside part of their salary in a special account that can be used throughout the year to reimburse themselves for out-of-pocket medical expenses. The maximum contribution is $2,700 per year for Health Care Spending and $5,000 for Dependent Care Spending (work-related day care expenses). Examples of expenses that can be reimbursed for Health Care Spending include, but are not limited to: deductibles, co-payments, dental fees, chiropractors' services, and eyeglasses / contact lenses.

Life Insurance:

Employees are insured for 2 times their annual salary in case of death plus 2 times their annual salary for accidental death. Employees do not contribute to the premiums for this coverage. A Voluntary Life Insurance Program is offered to regular County employees. The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, spouses and dependents.

Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation:

The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement in either a pre tax or post tax (Roth) investment account. Contributions are invested at the employee's direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time.

Educational Reimbursement Program:

County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may take up to two job-related courses per semester at any accredited educational institution. The benefit also covers the costs of job-related non-credit courses. If the employee receives a grade of at least a C, or successfully passes a non-credit course, the County reimburses the employee 75% of the costs of tuition, fees and books. If an employee doesn't remain employed with Frederick County Government for two years after a class is taken, the benefit needs to be reimbursed to FCG.

Employee Assistance Program:

This confidential assessment, referral and counseling service is available at no cost to all employees who may need help with a personal or job-related problem.

Leave

Annual Leave - Employees are eligible to use Annual Leave after their 6 month probationary period. Annual Leave accrues as follows: Years of service days per year

0 - 2 years 11 days

2 - 10 years 17 days

10 + years 24 days

Sick Leave - Employees will earn sick leave at a rate of 15 days per calendar year.

Sick Leave may also be used for illness of an employee's child, dependent, spouse, parent or parent-in-law. There is no limit on the amount of sick leave accumulated. Unused Sick Leave may be used for additional credit in the pension plan at the time of retirement.

NOTE: Regular benefited part-time employees earn annual and sick leave on a pro-rated basis based on their actual number of hours worked biweekly up to their assigned number of regularly scheduled work hours.

Other available types of leave include, but are not limited to, Family Medical Leave, Bereavement, Jury, Military.

Holidays:

The County observes 10 holidays every year and 11 are observed on years of General Elections.

For additional information on Frederick County Governments benefit package, please visit the Division of Human Resources website at www.FrederickCountyMD.gov.

All hires before January 1, 2012, will follow the all benefit and leave rules as described in the Personnel Rules amended October 3, 2013.