Community Health Nurse II, 10- Month - Baltimore City Health Department

Salary Range:  

$72,334.00 - $83,068.00 Annually 

Starting Pay:  

$72,334.00 Annually 

Our Benefits                                        

The city offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits  

Get to Know Us 

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits plans. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team!                        

Job Summary:  

A Community Health Nurse II 10Mth assesses, plans and evaluates patient care in clinics, homes, schools and other community settings.  Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.

Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior.  Employees in this class work a conventional workweek.  Work is performed in clinics, homes or schools where incumbents may encounter illness, disease or stressful situations.  Work requires minimal physical exertion.

Minimum Qualifications:                               

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:  

Education: Have a bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university. 

AND 

Experience: Have two years of experience as a registered nurse.

OR 

Equivalency Notes: Have an associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and four years of experience in a clinical setting.

Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates: Current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Maryland or registered nurse licensure from a Multi-State Licensure Compact participant state is required.

**APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration. 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

• Knowledge of nursing theory, process, practices and procedures.

• Knowledge of professional nursing standards.

• Knowledge of community health resources and agencies.

• Ability to make long‑range plans for community health services.

• Ability to plan, develop, implement and evaluate community health programs.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with others.

• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.

• Administrative ability.

• Supervisory ability

Additional Information 

Background Check                                        

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed. 

Probation 

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.

Eligibility 

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.                                                  

Education Accreditation 

Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org. 

Selection Process 

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list w