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Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.
The Prince George’s County Health Department is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Laboratory Health Specialist, (Licensed Practical Nurse 3A) grade A16 position, in the Family Health Services Division.
About the Position
This is advanced senior/lead level technical nursing work. Work is performed in a team relationship, under the direction of a Registered Nurse in compliance with the statutes and regulations governing nursing and the Standards of Practice for Licensed Practical Nurses. The incumbent administers prescribed medications and treatment, uses sound judgment in taking actions in the absence of an RN (Registered Nurse) or MD (Medical Doctor) and communicates with supervisors and other team members when further direction is needed. At this level, incumbent may have lead/supervisory responsibility over lower-level Licensed Practical Nurses. Additionally, they may have lead responsibility for direct care and other non-licensed staff. Work assignments are performed in a home, clinic, school, office or other community environment and may expose the incumbent to infectious and or contagious diseases. Incumbents in this class work under the general supervision of an RN or MD. Performance is reviewed and evaluated through observation, record review, and employee/management conferences.
About the Agency
The Prince George's County Health Department's (PGCHD) vision is that all Prince Georgians are their healthiest at every age and every stage. Their mission is to lead, engage, and empower our community to work collaboratively towards disease prevention, health equity, and total well-being. The PGCHD works to protect and support the public’s health through numerous services that range from restaurant inspections and disease tracking to care coordination and health promotion. The department is composed of four divisions: Behavioral Health Services, Environmental Health and Disease Control, Family Health Services, and Health and Wellness, supported by the Office of Administration, Office of Human Resources and the Office of the Health Officer. The mandate of the department has been, and will remain, broad. This plan emphasizes improving core functions and operations, including protecting the public from health threats, implementing strategies to support healthy living, and maintaining a focus on vulnerable populations, while developing efficient internal processes to support these activities.