REGISTERED NURSE SUPERVISOR/EXPERT

Date: May 20, 2026

Req ID: 57334

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72205

Category: AR DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Anticipated Starting Salary: 84,273.90

Arkansas Department of Health

4815 W Markham Street

Little Rock, AR 72205

Position Number: 22105594

County: Pulaski City: Little Rock

Posting End Date: 06/02/26

Division of Health Advancement – Chronic Disease

*CLASSIFIED AS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION*

Additional Preferences:

Some in-state travel may be required. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Annual travel at approximately 15% of work time is required for primary care on-site clinic visits and conferences/meetings.

A minimum of two (2) years of experience in primary care or other specialty clinic settings is preferred.

At least two (2) years of experience in Healthcare Quality improvement and/or management is preferred.

A Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) or equivalent certification is preferred.

Occasional work outside of standard business hours may be required.

Experience working with electronic health records preferred.

Experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred.

This position will serve as Chronic Disease Nurse.

Hiring Official: E. Eskew

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 – Career-path

Classification: Registered Nurse Supervisor/Expert

Class Code: MNU08P

Pay Grade: MED06

Salary Range: $84,274 - $124,726

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.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications

N/A 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.