REGIONAL NURSE MANAGER REGISTERED NURSE MANAGER MEDICAL

Introduction

GRADE

22

LOCATION OF POSITION

Victor Cullen Center (Western Region – Frederick Co.)

Sabillasville, MD

Main Purpose of Job

Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!

The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We are seeking passionate individuals for the role of Regional Nurse Manager (Registered Nurse Manager Medical), so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on youth and the community at DJS!

The main purpose of the Regional Nurse Manager position is to provide leadership and oversight of regional somatic health services within DJS medical clinics. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, continuous nursing care for youth by managing clinical operations, supporting staff development, overseeing fiscal resources, and driving quality assurance and compliance initiatives in collaboration with nursing and medical leadership.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to :

• Delivering exceptional customer service and leading regional medical clinic operations, ensuring continuous, high-quality nursing care
• Providing oversight through site visits, program evaluations, and performance monitoring to drive efficient, effective healthcare services for youth
• Managing and monitoring fiscal resources to support efficient clinic operations and responsible use of funds
• Leading quality assurance efforts, including reporting outcomes and ensuring timely corrective actions
• Supervising RN Supervisors and ensuring accurate data collection, reporting, and service tracking
• Partnering with nursing and medical leadership to maintain procedures and coordinate care for youth with specialized needs
• Supporting the hiring, development, evaluation, and staffing coverage of nursing personnel, including covering shifts as needed to maintain adequate nursing coverage
• Overseeing clinical training, orientation, and compliance with required education programs
• Participating in professional development and supporting departmental initiatives and special projects
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary leadership to advance organizational goals
• The schedule for this position may involve working rotating shifts.
• This position will involve traveling to multiple site locations within the region as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education : A Bachelor's degree in Nursing or a health-related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience : Four (4) years of experience as a Registered Nurse to include two (2) years in the Medical option and one (1) year in a supervisory, administrative or consultative capacity.

Notes

• Candidates may substitute the possession a Master's degree in Nursing or a health-related field from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of experience as a Registered Nurse in the Medical option for the required education and experience.
• Candidates may substitute six (6) years of experience as a Registered Nurse to include three (3) years in a supervisory, administrative or teaching capacity in the Medical option for the required education and experience requirements.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Nursing classifications or Nursing and Hospital Administration specialty codes in the Nursing field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

Desired Or Preferred Qualifications

The desired candidate for this position will possess the following :

• At least one (1) year of work experience coordinating and supervising across multiple secure residential juvenile facilities or settings
• Delegating Nurse/Case Manager training from the Maryland Board of Nursing

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• 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 or possess a current multi-state license in party states that candidates have declared as primary states of residence.
• Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of an automobile. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

Special Requirements

Employees in this classification are subject to call-in and, therefore, will be required to provide the facility with a phone number at which they can be reached.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please ensure that your completed application includes sufficient information to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All documentation related to your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information received after this date will not be considered. Candidates who meet the qualifications will remain on the certified eligible list for a period of one (1) year. This list may also be used to fill similar positions within this classification in the future.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may involve a rating of your application based on your education, training, and/or experience as it relates to the position's requirements. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please report all relevant experience and education. For education obtained outside the U.S. , you will be required to provide proof of equivalent American education, as determined by a Foreign Credential Evaluation Service, at the time of hire. Please complete the supplemental questionnaire, if applicable. They will be used when rating applications. Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your completed application to receive credit. Missing or incomplete supplemental questionnaires may impact the overall rating of your completed application.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

If you are a Veteran applying for this position, please submit your DD 214 Long Form with your completed application to receive proper credit.

Benefits

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, you may submit a completed paper application and supplemental questionnaire responses via email or fax to the addresses provided below. If using fax or regular mail, ensure each page includes your First and Last Name, the Recruitment Number (located at the top of the posting), and the last four digits of your SS#. Paper application materials must be received by 5:00 PM on the closing date for the recruitment. Applications received after this time, or those with incorrect forms, will not be accepted. Postmarks will not be considered.

Maryland Department of Juvenile Services

OHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit

217 E. Redwood Street Baltimore, MD 21202

Attn: Recruitment # 26-004292-0002

Fax number 410-333-4188

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the Maryland Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov .

Should additional information regarding this recruitment be required, please contact the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services, Recruitment and Examination Unit at djs.careers@maryland.gov . Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the bulletin.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.

Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments.

Candidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.

We welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal service to explore rewarding career opportunities.