Nurse

Job Description

If you are a compassionate and experienced Nurse seeking a meaningful role beyond traditional bedside care, The Arc Montgomery County offers a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact. Based in Derwood, this full-time position focuses on improving the health and wellbeing of individuals supported through the organization’s community programs.

With more than six decades of service, The Arc Montgomery County is known for empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live fulfilling and inclusive lives. As part of this mission, the organization’s Nurse plays a vital role in ensuring high-quality healthcare management and advocacy for people receiving support.

About the Nurse Role

Healthcare Leadership and Clinical Oversight

The Nurse at The Arc Montgomery County serves as a Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for overseeing nursing care management within the organization’s Employment & Meaningful Day and Personal Support programs.

Rather than providing direct bedside care, this role focuses on clinical oversight, staff delegation, and healthcare coordination. Working under the supervision of the Director of Quality Assurance, the Nurse ensures that all nursing activities comply with Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON) regulations, COMAR standards, and the organization’s policies.

This role is ideal for nursing professionals interested in healthcare management, care coordination, and community-based healthcare leadership.

Key Responsibilities of the Nurse

Comprehensive Nursing Assessments

One of the primary responsibilities of the Nurse is conducting detailed health assessments for individuals receiving services.

Key duties include:

• Performing initial nursing assessments for newly assigned individuals
• Developing and maintaining personalized Nursing Care Plans (NCPs)
• Conducting 45-day follow-up assessments and updating care plans
• Completing focused assessments after hospital visits, urgent care, or new diagnoses
• Monitoring medical appointments and ensuring appropriate follow-up care

These assessments help ensure individuals receive safe, consistent, and well-coordinated healthcare support.

Medical Documentation and Medication Oversight

The Nurse is also responsible for ensuring all medical records, physician orders, and medication procedures meet regulatory and organizational standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing Professional Medical Order Forms (PMOFs) for accuracy and compliance
• Monitoring medication storage and administration procedures
• Performing a three-way verification process (PMOF, pharmacy label, and documentation)
• Identifying and resolving medication errors using established protocols
• Ensuring compliance with Maryland COMAR and nursing regulations

This oversight strengthens patient safety and supports effective healthcare compliance and clinical governance.

Delegating Nursing Tasks and Staff Training

The Nurse provides leadership and clinical support to staff members responsible for day-to-day care.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delegating nursing tasks according to Maryland State nursing delegation regulations
• Training staff such as Certified Medication Technicians (CMTs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)
• Supervising staff competency in delegated healthcare tasks
• Conducting Medication Technician Training Program (MTTP) courses and refresher sessions
• Providing ongoing guidance to ensure safe and effective care delivery

Through training and mentorship, the Nurse helps maintain high standards of patient care across all programs.

Communication and Healthcare Advocacy

Effective communication is essential in this role. The Nurse acts as a bridge between individuals receiving services, their families, healthcare providers, and staff teams.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing telephone triage and medical guidance to staff
• Serving as a liaison with physicians, families, and healthcare professionals
• Participating in Person-Centered Planning (PCP) meetings
• Advocating for the healthcare needs of individuals supported by the organization

This collaborative approach ensures individuals receive coordinated and person-centered healthcare services.

Additional Leadership Responsibilities

The Nurse also contributes to organizational committees and healthcare planning initiatives, including:

• Admissions, Discharge, and Review Committee participation
• Human Rights Committee involvement
• Providing recommendations for behavioral or medical support plans
• Participating in intake meetings for new service applicants
• Managing healthcare documentation within the agency database

These contributions support quality assurance, ethical care practices, and program development.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education and Professional Credentials

Candidates applying for the Nurse position must meet the following qualifications:

Required

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Maryland
• Current CPR certification
• Professional nursing experience
• Ability to provide 24/7 telephone triage support when required
• Ability to travel between agency sites or residences of supported individuals

Preferred

• Experience in Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) services
• Background in home healthcare or residential care programs
• RN/Case Manager/Delegating Nurse certification maintained per DDA requirements

Compensation and Work Environment

• Annual Salary: $74,117
• Job Type: Full-Time, On-site
• Location: Derwood, Maryland
• Industry: Individual and Family Services / Healthcare Management

New hires may also be eligible for benchmark incentive payments totaling up to $1,000, making this an attractive opportunity for experienced nurses seeking both professional fulfillment and stability.

Why Join The Arc Montgomery County as a Nurse?

Working as a Nurse at The Arc Montgomery County means becoming part of an organization dedicated to dignity, inclusion, and quality care.

Key benefits include:

• A respected nonprofit with more than 65 years of community impact
• Opportunities to influence healthcare quality and policy implementation
• A collaborative environment focused on person-centered care
• The chance to advocate for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Build a Meaningful Nursing Career

For healthcare professionals who want their work to truly matter, this Nurse opportunity in Maryland offers the chance to support vulnerable communities while advancing your professional expertise.

By joining The Arc Montgomery County, you become part of a mission-driven team committed to creating healthier, more inclusive lives for individuals and families.