REGISTERED NURSE

REGISTERED NURSEPosition Number: 22100797 County: Benton Posting End Date: September 16, 2026 This position requires extensive overnight travel throughout the state. Plans, coordinates, and leads quality surveys at long term residential care facilities to ensure quality care is provided to all Arkansas residents. Ensures investigations are completed thoroughly to ensure facts and data are recorded in statement of deficiencies to substantiate or unsubstantiated any complaints or compliance issues for long term care facilities. Completes surveys within a specific time-frame. The successful candidate must be able to read and interpret regulations based on facility type, and must have excellent critical thinking skills. After completion of the investigation, the successful candidate will analyze the data, make a compliance decision, then write the deficiencies following established guidelines. Must be proficient with written and verbal communication. Preferred Qualifications: Excellent computer skills, advanced written and verbal communication. Organizational ability, time management skills and self starter. Prefer previous survey experience.The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.Job Series: Nurses – Career-path Classification: Registered Nurse Class Code: MNU06P Pay Grade: MED05 Salary Range: $75,245 - $111,363Job Summary Registered Nurses (RNs) provide direct patient care in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and community health programs. RNs assess patient health, develop care plans, administer treatments, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care.Primary ResponsibilitiesAssess patient health, monitor vital signs, and document patient progress.Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with medical orders.Develop, implement, and update patient care plans.Educate patients and families on health conditions and wellness practices.Participate in multidisciplinary care teams to plan and implement care strategies.Maintain accurate patient records and comply with health regulations.Knowledge and SkillsKnowledge of nursing principles, practices, and procedures. Ability to perform physical assessments and recognize changes in patient condition. Proficiency in administering medications and treatments safely. Strong communication skills for patient interaction and team collaboration. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.Minimum QualificationsCurrent Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Arkansas.