Nursing Supervisor - Assistant Health Services Manager

State of Wisconsin; Oregon; On-site; USD 71,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Pension plan

457 plan

Well Wisconsin

Employee Assistance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The State of Wisconsin Department of Corrections seeks an Assistant Health Services Manager (Nursing Supervisor) at Oakhill Correctional Institution in Oregon, WI. The RN will oversee the Health Services Unit, lead a multidisciplinary team, and ensure high-quality care in accordance with DOC/BHS standards.

You will work with Health Services leadership, providing administrative direction and collaborating with Dental, Medical, Psychology, and other health services.

Qualifications

• Experience providing direct nursing care to patients.
• Experience in a leadership role such as a Charge Nurse or Care Team Leader.
• Experience providing education to staff and/or patients.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations and clinical care in the Health Services Unit.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary health team and leadership within Health Services Bureau.

Skills

Direct nursing care

Leadership experience

Education to staff/patients

Education

Active RN license (Wisconsin or NLC state)

Job description

Introduction

The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.

The Department of Corrections is currently recruiting to fill an Assistant Health Services Manager (Nursing Supervisor) position, located at Oakhill Correctional Institution in Oregon, Wisconsin.

Position Summary

This position works collaboratively with the Health Services Manager, overseeing operations and clinical care in the Health Services Unit. The AHSM is a Registered Nurse (RN) with expertise in nursing care and health care operations. The AHSM works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, including Dental Services, Medical/Provider Services, Psychological Services and other specialties within the health care team, and assists in providing administrative support and direction of the HSU. The AHSM works with the Bureau of Health Services (BHS) leadership team to provide high quality health care to the population within the facilities of the Department of Corrections (DOC)/Division of Adult Institutions (DAI). This position has considerable latitude for independent action within established DOC/DAI/ BHS standards, policies, and procedures.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule and range 50-11 with a starting pay of $62.38/hour. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A 12 month probationary period is required.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
• An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.

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Job Details

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.

The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

This position is not eligible for remote work.

This position has physical requirements including but not limited to: standing, walking, bending, twisting, lifting/pushing/pulling up to 40 lbs, etc.

Qualifications

• Experience providing direct nursing care to patients
• Experience in a leadership type role such as a Charge Nurse or Care Team Leader
• Experience providing education to staff and/or patients

Special Qualifications: Applicants must possess an unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin or another state participating in the Nurse Licensure Compact.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. Qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability should send their cover letter, resume, DD-214, and documentation of their service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to the human resources contact above. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.

Deadline to Apply

Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on November 15th, 2026.

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