Registered Nurse Manager

Arkansas Department of Health
4815 W Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72205

Position Number: 22179084
County: Pulaski City: Little Rock
Posting End Date: 09/16/26
Division of Health Protection – Health Facilities Services – Medical Freeway Building

CLASSIFIED AS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION

Additional Preferences:

• Previous nursing experience developing and ensuring regulatory compliance within a healthcare facility preferred.
• Understanding of Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and regulations preferred.
• Experience with compliance surveys for home health, hospice, private care, hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, ESRD clinics, and/or CLIA laboratories preferred.
• Project management oversight, along with state rule promulgation preferred.
• Experience with large-scale budget monitoring and forecasting preferred.
• Supervisory experience of twenty (20) or more employees preferred.

Hiring Official: S. David
The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and well-being of all Arkansans.

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, effective, and compassionate care to patients in accordance with nursing best practices and facility policies.
• Manage day-to-day activities within the nursing unit, including patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, including the Arkansas Nurse Practice Act and healthcare safety standards.
• Organize and facilitate ongoing education and training for nursing staff to ensure their skills and knowledge remain current.

Knowledge and Skills

• In-depth knowledge of nursing procedures, patient care standards, and evidence-based clinical practices.
• Familiarity with state and federal healthcare regulations, particularly those pertaining to nursing practice and patient safety.

Minimum Qualifications

An associate’s degree in Nursing.
Licensure/Certifications
Must hold a valid, unrestricted Registered Nurse license issued by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing.

OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

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.