Nursing Supervisor

State of Delaware; Delaware; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) seeks a Nursing Supervisor to oversee the statewide Long Term Care Preadmission Screening Unit, ensuring accurate determinations of care levels for facilities and home and community services.

The role includes staff hiring/training, maintaining program statistics, and providing guidance to nursing facilities, MCOs, and other agencies. Must meet selective requirements and hold a Delaware RN license or multi-state compact.

Qualifications

• Active Delaware RN license or multi-state license.
• Experience supervising nursing staff and coordinating care in a health care setting.
• Knowledge of state/NHIP and facility regulations and quality assurance processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Long Term Care Preadmission Screening Unit.
• Ensure accurate determinations of care levels for facilities and services.
• Hire and train LTC nurses; monitor workforce productivity.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Nursing supervision

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Introduction

Make a Difference with DHSS

Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.

We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession.

For more information, please visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ today!

Summary Statement

This position oversees the daily operations of the statewide Long Term Care Preadmission Screening Unit. This position will oversee the completion of in-depth member assessments to determine levels of care to long term care facilities, Assisted Living facilities, ICF/IID facilities and home and community services provided to the State's Medicaid population. Responsibilities include: referencing regulations & policies in making consistent and accurate determinations, resources for members, nursing facilities, MCOs, other agencies, and conducting in-service education to nursing facilities and stake holders to inform and educate the administration of the Diamond State Health Plan Plus Program. This position includes maintaining program statistics and reports. This position is responsible for hiring and training LTC Nurses, including measurement of workforce productivity.

Selective Requirement

Selective Requirements must be met in addition to the job requirements. Applicants who do not possess the selective requirement will not be qualified.

As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving)

Essential Functions

• Provides or evaluates direct nursing care.
• Develops, implements and/or reviews nursing care plans.
• Provides health care instruction and guidance to individuals, families, community groups and/or nursing home facilities in the management of their health care needs.
• Maintains an effective working relationship with other members of the treatment team.
• Prepares and submits records, reports, evaluations and forms.
• Participates in and make recommendations regarding quality assurance activities.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Nursing Supervisor

• At least three years experience as a Registered Nurse OR a Bachelors degree or higher in Nursing and at least two years experience as a Registered Nurse OR a Masters degree or higher in Nursing and at least one year experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Possession of a Delaware Registered Nurse license OR multi-state compact license.
• Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work, academic training, training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees.

Additional Posting Information

This posting may be closed on or before 04/30/2027 upon filling the vacant position(s).

Conditions of Hire

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources .

DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling [phone] or by visiting delawarerelay.com .

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call [phone] or email [e-mail] .

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.