REGISTERED NURSE SUPERVISOR/EXPERT

REGISTERED NURSE SUPERVISOR/EXPERT

Anticipated Starting Salary: $84,273.90

Location: Conway, AR, US, 72032 Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES

Position Number: 22105743 County: Faulkner Posting End Date: August 3, 2026

Job Duties: Supervises staff that performs the following duties: Plans, coordinates, and leads quality surveys at long term residential care facilities to ensure quality care is provided to all Arkansas patients. Ensure that facts and data are recorded in statement of deficiencies to substantiate or unsubstantiate any complaints or compliance issues for long term care facilities. Completes surveys within a specific timeframe.

Preferred qualifications: Excellent computer skills, advanced written and verbal communication. Organizational ability, time management skills and self starter. Direct experience in assisted living/long-term care settings Knowledge of state/federal survey expectations Prior surveyor, auditor, or quality review experience Prior experience in supervisory or charge-nurse role-leading teams, and delegating tasks This position is extensive overnight travel. Must have strong leadership skills.

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 Summary The Registered Nurse Supervisor/Expert leads and supervises nursing teams, ensuring quality patient care delivery and adherence to healthcare standards and protocols. This position requires strong leadership, clinical expertise, and the ability to manage nursing staff in a variety of settings.

Primary Responsibilities The assignment of supervisory duties is determined by the hiring agency's operational needs. Non-supervisory roles will serve as senior technical experts. Supervise and provide guidance to a team of registered nurses and nursing support staff. Oversee patient care planning, including assessing patient needs and monitoring outcomes. Ensure compliance with state regulations, facility policies, and quality standards. Provide clinical expertise and serve as a resource for nursing staff on complex cases. Coordinate care across departments, ensuring efficient communication and workflow. Assist in the development and implementation of nursing protocols and best practices.

Knowledge and Skills Comprehensive knowledge of clinical nursing practices, management, and patient care strategies. Strong leadership, team building, and conflict resolution skills. Ability to analyze patient data, assess outcomes, and adjust care plans as necessary. Proficient in healthcare regulations, policies, and quality improvement initiatives. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for supervising teams and interacting with patients.

Minimum Qualifications Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Arkansas. Minimum of five years of clinical nursing experience, including supervisory experience.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.