MSD REGISTERED NURSE - Substitute (Contractual Position)

Introduction

Anticipated openings for the 2026-2027 School Year (September 2026 - January 2027).\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Maryland School for the Deaf provides an inclusive, language-rich environment for deaf and hard of hearing students from birth through age 21. Rooted in a bilingual education approach, we ensure full access to American Sign Language and English across comprehensive academic, extracurricular, and student life programs. In partnership with families and communities, we empower students to think critically and develop a sense of self and belonging.\r\n\r\n\r\nWe are currently accepting\r\napplications to create a pool of qualified individuals who can work on an as\r\nneeded basis to provide direct nursing care to students on any given day.\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

MSD, Columbia Campus, 8169\r\nOld Montgomery Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

A Registered Nurse is the full performance level of work providing direct nursing care to students at the Maryland School for the Deaf. This is a 10-month school year, on-call substitute position.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

Administer medications (via\r\noral, topical, inhalation, and injection) as prescribed for medical conditions\r\nor injuries.� Assess, evaluate, and monitor students' current medical and\r\nemotional health status and identify nursing needs of students.� Maintain\r\naccurate and adequate records of nursing care and observations and treatment\r\naccording to established procedures.� Maintain student health center\r\nfacility.� Provide auxiliary duties as needed.� On-call nurse\r\nsubstitutes must be available on an on-call basis.� This is a contractual\r\nposition.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Determined by the Maryland State Board of Nursing under the licensing requirements for Registered Nurses. \r\nExperience: None. \r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Pediatric, school, or camp\r\nnurse experience desirable.� Experience with or willingness to learn\r\nAmerican Sign Language (ASL).\r\n

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 or possess a current multi-state license�in�party states that candidates have declared as primary states of residence.\r\n2. 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. \r\n3. Employees in this classification may be required to successfully complete cardiopulmonary resuscitation training and maintain current certification. \r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

\r\n1. 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.\r\n\r\n\r\n2. Employees in the classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with the Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.\r\n\r\n\r\n3. New hires are subject to a criminal background\r\ninvestigation at their own expense. (Maryland Code, Family Law Article 1,\r\nSections 5-560-568)\r\n\r\n\r\n4. Candidates will need to provide three letters of\r\nrecommendation.\r\n\r\n\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be\r\nprescreened before candidates are invited to an interview.� As an equal\r\nopportunity employer, MSD is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting\r\nemployees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\n

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS

Please\r\nnote that all contractual agreements and staffing allocations are subject to\r\nadjustment based on student enrollment and operational needs.\r\n

BENEFITS

\r\nContractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.\r\nLeave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.\r\n\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online application process is STRONGLY preferred.� If\r\nonline access is not available or if you encounter difficulty, you may submit\r\nvia mail, e-mail, fax, or deliver in person before the closing date and\r\ntime.� Please include your name and recruitment number on any\r\ndocumentation to ensure timely processing. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu\r\nof completing the online or paper application.� Additional or supplemental\r\ninformation must be submitted by the closing date and time.� Application\r\ninquiries or supplemental information can be directed to the following:\r\n�\r\nMailing Address: Maryland School for the Deaf Recruitment\r\nDepartment, P. O. Box 894, Columbia, MD 21044\r\n�\r\nE-mail: emily.hicks@msd.edu\r\n�\r\nPhone: 410-696-3031, TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay\r\n�\r\nFax: 410-696-3084\r\n�\r\nIndividuals from traditionally underserved and\r\nunderrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Bilingual applicants\r\nare encouraged to apply.� As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is\r\ncommitted to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective\r\nof the State's diversity.� We thank our Veterans for their service to our\r\ncountry, and encourage them to apply.\r\n