JOB SUMMARY:
The Registered Nurse assumes responsibility and accountability for the management of nursing and
home health aide functions and the utilization of ancillary agency staff. Supervises and assists, when
needed, with client care in accordance with established standards of care. Promotes positive
relationships between nursing, home health aide employees, physicians and other agencies. Projects a
competent, caring image to the public served.

ESSENTIAL HSC MISSION AND VALUES:
Mission Statement
HSC Health Care System provides and coordinates innovative, high quality, community-based care for
individuals with complex needs and their families. HSC empowers all we serve to improve the quality of
their lives.
Organizational Beliefs
HSC supports individuals and families to maximize their potential. The following beliefs drive our work.
HSC believes that:
- A culturally diverse community is a strength.
- Inclusiveness for individuals, families, and staff promotes positive outcomes.
- Everyone should be treated with compassion and empathy.
- Our skillful, dedicated, and resourceful staff is key to our success.
- We must continually adapt to the changing needs of our community.
- Increased independence is an important goal for individuals and their families.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None.

BLOOD BORNE PATHOGEN EXPOSURE
Category I: Job usually involves contact with patients or patient specimens. Exposure to blood, body
fluids, non-intact skin or tissue specimens, is possible.

PHI ACCESS LEVEL
Level IV - Full Access Incumbents in this job may access any protected health information associated to
a customer's needs, the service(s) rendered and the position's functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a hospital or office environment.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS/TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
This is a full-time position working standard and extended hours.
HSC Health Care System is an EEO Employer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Medium Work: Lifting 50 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25
lbs.
Note: External applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform
the essential functions, either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be
determined on a case by case basis.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Experience:
Two years of pediatric nursing experience. One to two years of home care experience preferred. Bilingual preferred. Must be able to operate office equipment such as a personal computer, copier,
telephone and calculator. Maintain a vehicle to be used for work with the required insurance coverage.
Ability to travel, as required. Must be familiar with and adhere to Accreditation Organizations and
Medicare Conditions of Participation. Evidence of good health as documented by pre-employment
physical. Ability to ambulate, position and transfer clients. Ability to respond to emergency lifethreatening situations and render appropriate medical treatment including CPR. Familiar with Maryland
COMAR regulations for Residential Service Agency.

License/Certifications:
Must be certified/licensed in the District of Columbia.
Current CPR certification.

Required Education:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing