State of Maryland

In Salisbury, MD, Deer's Head Hospital Center is one such facility where nurses provide generalized nursing care to patients and residents under the supervision of higher-level nursing staff. The state also operates specialized facilities such as Clifton T. Perkins Hospital Center in Jessup, MD, a psychiatric facility serving mentally ill offenders where nurses provide direct care in a secure therapeutic environment. Nursing positions are classified by grade levels, with Community Health Nurse II positions at Grade 19-20, and include both full-time and part-time contractual opportunities. Working as a nurse for the State of Maryland involves providing direct patient care in state-operated healthcare facilities, with positions ranging from general staff nursing to specialized roles in psychiatric care. Nurses may be cross-trained across multiple clinical areas including optometry, podiatry, dental, and phlebotomy. The state offers structured public sector employment with defined grade classifications, requiring a current Maryland RN license or a multi-state compact license.

The Maryland Department of Labor's mission is to connect Marylanders to good jobs; protect workers, consumers, and the public; support Maryland businesses; and foster economic growth and competitiveness. The State of Maryland envisions an equitable and inclusive Maryland where all residents have opportunities and resources to earn fair pay and attain financial stability. The broader state government emphasizes public service, worker protection, and equitable access to opportunities.