Nursing Assistant - (Clinical Services)

Job Title

A vacancy exists in the Bureau of Clinical Services/Center Based Services, Department of Health and Human Services.

Job Description

Under close supervision, assists nurses, physicians, and other health professionals in providing health services to individuals, families, and groups in homes, communities, and public or employee health centers.

Examples of Essential Duties

• Assists clinicians in the direct care of patients and in conducting physical examinations either in health centers or in the home
• Monitors, documents, and reports on the condition of patients.
• Takes and records pre-examination information from patients including vital signs, height and weight measurements, and medical histories.
• Collects, prepares, and tests various laboratory specimens. Performs venipuncture, hearing and vision screening, and associated clinical procedures.
• Prepares, sets up, and closes out examination rooms.
• Sets up, maintains, cleans, and sterilizes medical instruments and equipment.
• Maintains and distributes inventories of medical and office supplies
• Assists in the preparation of maintenance of medical records, files, and reports.

Examples of Other Duties

Performs other duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent plus at least two years' experience, under supervision, rendering direct medical patient care.

(Additional qualifying education in nursing or a related field may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.)

Licenses and Certificates:

Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant by the Maryland Board of Nursing is required at the time of appointment. Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education: Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcript must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Proof of Degree Equivalency: Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ( Mail or deliver documents to: ATTN: Nursing Assistant - (Clinical Services) Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Ave. Towson, MD 21204 You MUST attach your transcript(s)/degree(s) and license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Conditions of Employment

Physical and Environmental Conditions: The work of this classification may include the performance of physical activities such as walking, standing, and lifting, the operation of medical equipment and instruments, and travel throughout the County. Duties may expose incumbents to various bio-medical hazards.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation: Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination and drug screen and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.

Employment Benefits

Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees: Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace: All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace: Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary: Annual Salary review: Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance General Increases: Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated. Longevity Increases: In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program: Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance: Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts: Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance: Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement: Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave: Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave Vacation Leave Personal Leave Holidays Bereavement Leave Jury Leave Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union: Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit: Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance: 70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation: Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer: This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.