REGISTERED NURSE MANAGER

Position Number: 22103143 
County: Pulaski 
Posting End Date: 1/25/2026 
Anticipated Starting Salary: $94,387 
DPSQA OCS Hiring Official: Crystal Walton

MUST have Qualifications:

* Worked in a residential facility- Assisted Living Facility, Skilled Nursing Facility, Human Development Center.

*Experience completing audits, inspections for compliance with established rules, regulations, laws.

*Expertse in managing a team and reviewing the work of others for accuracy. 
*Proficient in Microsoft programs, including PowerPoint and Excel.

*Ability to write reports, develop trainings

*Must possess a valid Arkansas driver's license.

*In-state travel is required, and overnight stay as needed. At times this can be with short notice.

*Must be a licensed Registered Nurse in good standing with the Arkansas Board of Nursing.
Job Summary:

The Nurse Manager is responsible for the monitoring, oversight, andorganizational management, of the OCS Survey Unit. This unit completes
on-site inspections of Home and Community Based Service (HCBS). TheNurse Managers reviews facility reports for accuracy and providesassistance to subordinate staff.
 The Nurse Manager works in an administrative capacity by overseeing the survey unit in the Division of Provider Services and Quality Assurance (DPSQA) Office of Community Services. This position will have the primary responsibility for hiring activities for the survey positions, including serving as Hiring Official, conducting interviews, and selecting candidates and submitting for approval to leadership. This position will be responsible for reviewing all survey visit outcomes and ensuring deficiencies identified are properly supported and the quality of reporting is sufficient and clear.  This position is responsible for preparing the state's evidence for any Informal Dispute Resolution hearing or appeal hearing and representing the division during that hearing in whatever form is applicable (desk review,  in person, telephone conference) timely. This position will maintain data reporting  for all appeals, including standard information on the facility and specific  rules being appealed, overturn rating, and identify through the data potential areas of training for staff. The Nurse Manager will collect and analyze data onsurvey activities and discuss with the Assistant Director to evaluate and identify areas of concern, training opportunities, or recognition.

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.

Position Information

Job Series: Nurses

Classification: Registered Nurse Manager - Competitive

Class Code: MNU07C

Pay Grade: MED07

Salary Range: $94,387 - $139,693

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of nursing services in a state government healthcare facility. This position requires strong clinical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to manage nursing staff while ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care. The Registered Nurse Manager will supervise and support nursing personnel, manage scheduling, ensure adherence to healthcare standards and regulations, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to promote positive patient outcomes. This position requires strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills to effectively manage the nursing unit.

Primary Responsibilities

Supervise, lead, and mentor nursing staff on a daily basis, including registered nurses (RNs), licensed practical nurses (LPNs), and nursing assistants. Manage staff assignments, ensuring adequate coverage and appropriate staffing levels based on patient acuity and care needs. Ensure the delivery of safe,