Public Health Nurse - 10 Month

Nurse Practitioner

A vacancy exists in the Bureau of Clinical Services, Department of Health and Human Services. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. All interested candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications. Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. You MUST attach your license(s) and certification(s) to your application. Failure to submit proof of License(s), Certification(s) and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Under general supervision, plans, coordinates, and provides professional nursing consultation services to non-public schools in the delivery of school health programs.

• Oversees the delivery of health programs in non-public schools and assists staff in the promotion of a safe and orderly school environment.
• Evaluates plans for the administration of first aid for injury and illness.
• Advises and assesses the coordination of health care interventions, including emergency responses.
• Reviews plans for the administration of medications and health care treatments and assures compliance with state medication administration regulations.
• Identifies health barriers to student achievement and works with schools to help families and staff remediate issues.
• Assists in developing plans for students with chronic health conditions.
• Assists school staff in assessing the health needs of the community.
• Advises school staff on the coordination of health matters between the health care provider, family, and school.
• Assesses compliance with state immunization requirements and pre-school enrollment screenings.
• Consults on the conduction, coordination, and follow-up of health screening programs, including hearing, vision, and scoliosis screenings.

• Provides other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate in arts degree or a bachelor's degree in nursing, plus graduation from a nurse practitioner program approved by the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses OR Graduation from an accredited diploma school of nursing, plus graduation from a nurse practitioner program approved by the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses. Bilingual in Spanish/English strongly preferred Licenses and Certificates Possession of a valid license to practice as a professional registered nurse, issued by the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses, is required at the time of appointment. Certification as a Nurse Practitioner by the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses 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. All licenses and certifications must be maintained at current levels throughout employment.

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 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. (

You MUST attach your license(s) and certification(s) to your application. Examination Procedure Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questionnaire. Be sure to state the dates, duties and responsibilities of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation.

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.