NURSING SUPERVISOR - 11032026-82308

Tennessee Department of Health; Tennessee; On-site; USD 79,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee Department of Health seeks an RN3 Nursing Supervisor to provide direct clinical care and administrative oversight at the Loudon County Health Department. The role blends clinical practice with supervisory responsibilities to maintain efficient clinic operations and uphold safety and compliance standards.

As part of the leadership team, you will support continuous quality improvement, align services with CHS expectations, and ensure a patient-centered experience for the community in

Qualifications

• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse and experience equivalent to three years of registered nursing.
• Or currently licensed as a Registered Nurse with diploma or bachelor's degree and two years of RN experience.
• Or currently licensed as a Registered Nurse with graduate degree and one year of RN experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct clinical services and monitor clinic workflow.
• Provide staffing support and conduct chart audits.
• Ensure adherence to public health nursing protocols and quality standards.
• Lead and support nursing staff and participate in management planning.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Active Learning and Listening

Monitoring

Learning Strategies

Social Perceptiveness

Education

Diploma in Registered Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Graduate degree in Nursing

Nurse Licensure in Tennessee / NLC

Job description

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time 11/03/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Job Information

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time 11/03/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Closing Date/Time 11/09/2026 11:59PM Central Time

Salary (Monthly) $6,610.00 - $8,539.00

Salary (Annually) $79,320.00 - $102,468.00

Job Type Full-Time

City, State Location Loudon, TN

Department Health

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, LOUDON COUNTY

This position is located at the Loudon County Health Department

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse and experience equivalent to three years of registered nursing.

OR

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse and education equivalent to a diploma in registered nursing from an accredited school of nursing or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university, and experience equivalent to two years of registered nursing.

OR

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse, education equivalent to a graduate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university, and experience equivalent to one year of registered nursing.

Necessary Special Qualifications:

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Tennessee or holds a privilege to practice in the State of Tennessee under the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). A valid motor vehicle operator license may be required.

Overview

The RN3 Nursing Supervisor serves as a key clinical and administrative leader within the county health department, providing direct patient care, operational oversight, and strategic guidance to support high-quality public health services. The role blends clinical practice with supervisory responsibilities, requiring the supervisor to work alongside staff to maintain efficient clinic operations, uphold safety and compliance standards, and contribute to the county's strategic goals. As a core member of the leadership team, the RN3 Nursing Supervisor represents nursing staff perspectives, supports continuous quality improvement, and ensures that services are delivered in alignment with CHS expectations, public health protocols, and the department's commitment to a positive, patient-centered experience.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include delivering direct clinical services, monitoring clinic workflow, providing staffing support, conducting chart audits, and ensuring adherence to public health nursing protocols and quality standards. The RN3 Nursing Supervisor provides daily leadership by communicating operational updates, onboarding and supporting nursing staff, participating in management planning, and fostering teamwork and professional growth. Additional duties include monitoring documentation accuracy, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, overseeing training completion, addressing personnel matters, and contributing to strategic planning through data-driven evaluation and process improvement initiatives. The supervisor also collaborates with local and regional leadership to resolve operational challenges, support positive customer service, and maintain efficient clinic flow and resource utilization.

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies

• Decision Quality
• Manages Ambiguity
• Directs Work
• Plans and Aligns
• Communicates Effectively

Knowledge

• Nursing & Nursing Techniques
• Administration and Management
• Customer and Personal Service
• Psychology

Skills

• Critical Thinking
• Active Learning and Listening
• Monitoring
• Learning Strategies
• Social Perceptiveness

Abilities

• Deductive Reasoning
• Speech Clarity & Recognition
• Problem Sensitivity
• Prolonged Stamina
• Auditory Attention

Tools & Equipment

• Electronic devices
• Various medical equipment and devices

TN Driver Standards

State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:

• A valid driver's license
• For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.

Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.

• Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.