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REGISTERED NURSE MANAGER

State of Arkansas

Little Rock, ARJob$94K/yrSeen 4 days agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$94K/yr
Location
Little Rock, AR
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Arkansas RN License, required

Job overview

The Registered Nurse Manager oversees the daily operations of the Office of Community Services Survey Unit, supervising nursing and non-nursing personnel and supporting scheduling. The role ensures compliance with state and federal Home and Community Based Services laws and regulations and collaborates with providers. In-state travel, including overnight stays with minimal notice, is required. An associate’s degree in Nursing and an unrestricted Arkansas RN license are specified; related education or experience may substitute for basic requirements except licensure.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Clinical Expertise, nice to haveLeadership, nice to haveStaff Management, nice to haveOrganizational Skills, requiredProblem Solving, requiredCommunication, requiredWritten Communication, nice to haveVerbal Communication, nice to haveTime Management, nice to haveFacility Surveying, nice to haveMedicaid Facilities, nice to haveHome and Community Based Services Regulations, nice to haveDocumentation Principles, nice to haveTeam Leadership, nice to haveNursing Procedures, nice to havePatient Care Standards, nice to haveEvidence-Based Clinical Practices, nice to haveHealthcare Regulations, nice to have

Qualifications

Associate's Degree in Nursing, requiredArkansas RN License, required2+ Years Surveying Medicaid Facilities, nice to haveIn-State Travel With Overnight Stays, required

Benefits

401(k) Match
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off

Full job description

REGISTERED NURSE MANAGER

Date: Nov 6, 2026

Req ID: 61063

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72001

Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES

Anticipated Starting Salary: $94,387.07

Position Number: 22103143

County: Pulaski

Posting End Date: November 19, 2026

This position has In-state travel is required, including overnight stays with minimal notice.

It is a Central office position.

  • Responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Office of Community Services Survey Unit.

  • Requires strong clinical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to manage nursing staff and non-nursing staff while ensuring the delivery of high-quality, inspections and reports.

-Supervises and supports personnel, assist with scheduling.

-Ensures adherence to Home and Community Based Services state and Federal laws and regulations

-Collaborate with providers to promote collaborative relationships.

-Must have strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred qualifications:

Strong communication skills-written and verbal

Excellent organizational and time management skills

2+ years’ experience surveying state Medicaid funded facilities

Knowledge of state and federal Home and Community Based Services regulations

Knowledge of Principles of Documentation

Experience leading large teams

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, 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.

Nearest Major Market:Little Rock

How this job compares

Set against the 648 open Nursing Management jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 11, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$94K/yr
  • US median$95–130K/yr256 salary ranges

This rate, $94K, is 18% below the US median midpoint ($116K) — in the lowest quarter of Nursing Management salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 648 open Nursing Management jobs across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
Nursing Management postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 3 years (480 postings).
Education
238 of the 648 open Nursing Management jobs (37%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Pay, requirements and demand for Registered Nurse jobs

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 11, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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