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Maryland Department of Health

Hiring nurses in Maryland

  • $80k–$137k/yr posted pay across 9 roles
  • Hiring weekends only
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From 9 postings and the employer’s site · Employer research Jul 2, 2026Sources

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The short version

The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) is the state's principal health agency, responsible for protecting and promoting the health of Maryland's residents.

Employer research, Jul 2, 2026

Who it fits

Best fit

  • MDH deer's head center and government administration nurses: 5 of 9 roles

Nursing here

Benefits

However, as a Maryland state government employer, typical state employee benefits packages would be expected to include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave. Specific benefits should be confirmed directly with the employer.

The hard parts

  • Management rated lowest among RNs at 3.1 out of 5

    Employer research, Jul 2, 2026

  • Pay and benefits rated below average at 3.3/5 compared to private sector nursing

    Employer research, Jul 2, 2026

  • Job security and advancement rated modestly at 3.2/5

    Employer research, Jul 2, 2026

  • Workplace culture rated 3.2/5, suggesting organizational culture challenges

    Employer research, Jul 2, 2026

What to ask

  • How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
  • Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
  • How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
  • What does a usual day’s workload look like?
  • Where would I work, and on which unit or team?
  • Which requirements must I meet before applying, and which can wait until after hire?

Common questions

Which units are hiring?

MDH deer's head center (3), government administration (2), general (1), MDH local health - allegany county (1) and more.

How do I apply?

Choose a role and press Apply. Your application comes to our team, we send it to Maryland Department of Health, and we tell you what happens next.

Want to work here?

The hiring team at Maryland Department of Health sees your name and profile, never your email or phone.

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