Licensed Practical Nurse II, CI

GRADE

ASTD16\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH RICA Baltimore\r\n605 S. Chapel Gate Lane\r\nBaltimore, MD 21229\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

This position functions at the intermediate level of practical nursing to provide direct care to severely\r\nemotionally disturbed adolescents in the day treatment and residential setting that is\r\nfamily driven and youth guided.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

\r\nEducation:�� Determined by\r\nthe Maryland Board of Nursing under the licensing requirements for Practical\r\nNurses.\r\n\r\n\r\nExperience: One year of experience as\r\na Licensed Practical Nurse.\r\n\r\n\r\nNote:�Candidates may substitute\r\nU.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in\r\nNursing classifications�or Nursing or Health Care Specialist specialty\r\ncodes in the Nursing field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required\r\nexperience.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess the following:\r\n\r\n\r\n Experience working in mental health nursing.\r\n Experience with crisis intervention and/or de-escalation.\r\n\r\n\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

\r\n1. Candidates for positions in this\r\nclassification must possess a current license as a Practical Nurse from the\r\nMaryland Board of Nursing.\r\n\r\n\r\n2. Employees in this classification\r\nmay be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle.\r\nEmployees assigned such duties will be require to possess a motor vehicle\r\noperator's license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n\r\n\r\n3. Employees in this classification\r\nmay be required to successfully complete and maintain current certification of\r\ncardiopulmonary resuscitation training.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

\r\n1. Employees in this classification\r\nare subject to call-in, and therefore, will be required to provide the facility\r\nwith a telephone number where they can be reached.\r\n\r\n\r\n2. Employees in this classification\r\nare subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland\r\nRegulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.�Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.�Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.�Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).�\r\nComplete applications must be submitted by the closing date.�Information submitted after this date will not be added.�\r\nIncorrect application forms will not be accepted.�Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.\r\nCandidates may remain on the�certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online,�the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.�Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.\r\nIf additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.� If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information�to 410-333-5689.�Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the�MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.\r\nIf you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or�Application.Help@maryland.gov.�\r\nAppropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\n