COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE II
Ryan White Medical Case Manager
Recruitment #22-004216-0057
| Department | MDH Local Health - Howard County |
|---|---|
| Date Opened | 6/16/2022 4:25:00 PM |
| Filing Deadline | 6/30/2022 11:59:00 PM |
| Salary | $51,481.00 - $66,817.00/year (With Potential Growth to $84,061.00/year) |
| Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
| HR Analyst | Jennifer Bui |
| Work Location |
Howard
|
| Telework Eligible | Yes |
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
8930 Stanford Blvd.
Columbia, MD 21045
Main Purpose of Job
May require work during day and weekend/evening assigned shifts, required to carry a smart phone.
POSITION DUTIES
- Provides Rapid Hepatitis C testing to the at-risk population and address the necessary follow-up, reporting, and linkage to care for those with positive Hepatitis C RNA result.
- Ensures that Hepatitis C case investigations are initiated and completed using Maryland Department of Health protocols, forms and NEDSS data base.
- Provides nursing care to individuals and families living with HIV/Aids, and other clients seeking HCHD services, as needed; responsible for improvement of care and health outcomes of patients and enhancing their adherence to care thereby reducing their HIV symptoms and co- morbidities.
- Must have the ability to draw blood, assess, evaluate and administer injections to adults and small children; participates in HIV testing clinics and communicates positive results with clients and members of the health team regarding referrals for medical services and psychosocial needs of clients; responsible for improvement of care and health outcomes of patients, and enhancing their adherence to care thereby reducing their HIV symptoms and co- morbidities; assist clients with linkage to care and referrals to medical and dental providers.
- Maintains regular contacts with all clients and completes needs assessments and care plans, with a goal of client self-sufficiency; responsible for client empowerment to develop and utilize independent living skills and strategies.
- Participates in Collaboration on special projects in the community to provide HIV/Other Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) education and, counseling and testing.
- Participates in community planning and needs assessment related to HIV Program services.
- Represents the health department as needed at various meetings related to HIV Programs and in community activities related to HIV/STD prevention and HIV testing and counseling; participates in outreach and community-based activities of the HIV team.
- Serves as a point of contact for Ryan White B (RWB) program; identifies, requests and maintains RWB documentation for clients; facilitates new client intake process and recertification; retrieves, reviews, and maintains updated medical records for active clients, and prepare forms and recodes for clinic; Process client’s requests for transportation/ taxi for appointments; record and maintain transportation tracking data base and log;
- Process client’s requests for Emergency Food Assistance/EFA; record and maintain EFA tracking data base and log.
- Serve as liaison between the public and the Health Department regarding STI testing, treatment, and linkage to care/LTC.
- Work synergistically with home based and regional Disease Intervention Specialists/DIS regarding care, treatment, and LTC services.
- Collects and analyzes RWB data to support planning and program development
- Participates in internal meetings, chart review process, audits and case study presentations to monitor services and ensure standards of best practice
- Maintain accurate and timely data management into CareWare/ CW for all clients
- Attends professional development related to assigned duties;
- Complies with standards for infection control and risk management.
- Maintains compliance with standards of care through training including, but not limited to: HIV/AIDS Program updates, CPR certification, Local Health Department (LHD) Nurse Dispensing, Laboratory Operations, Personal Protective Equipment, After-Hours On-Call procedures, FEMA trainings, and Data Security and Confidentiality compliance.
- Performs record review of hardcopy and electronic versions of NEDSS to review and correct records
- Provides timely and accurate statistics for Health Stat reporting
- Participates and prepares for CD site reviews by the State Health Department and implements corrective actions.
- Maintains patient confidentiality as appropriate in the reporting of statistics for surveillance and mitigation
- Attends work during assigned work hours and demonstrates a commitment to the Agency
- Ensures confidentiality of written, electronic and verbal communication according to HIPPA.
- Uses appropriate lines of communication within and outside the agency;
- Responds to requests for information in a timely manner;
- Provides interpretation and translation services according to agency policy;
- Provides education appropriate to meet the needs of those with functional needs;
- Documents work accurately and within agency guidelines.
- Participates in emergency preparedness drills, exercises and after-action hot washes
- Accepts other responsibilities for special projects as assigned.
- Participate in annual flu clinics as needed.
- Completes HCHD trainings as required.
- Provide coverage for weekly HIV testing clinics
- Participates in the nurse on-call rotation for afterhours as needed.
- Participate in community HIV and Hepatitis outreach testing activities
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
Experience: None.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute a Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and one year of experience as a Registered Nurse for the required education.
2. Candidates may substitute two years of experience as a Registered Nurse for the required education.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Nursing classification or Nursing or Health Care Specialist specialty codes in the Nursing field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1. Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a current license as a Registered Nurse from the Maryland State Board of Nursing, 4140 Patterson Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21215. A copy of your license or license number should be uploaded on your application.
2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
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).
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.
Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Candidates 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.
BENEFITS
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.
If 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.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.
If 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.
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
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