Registered Nurse

Overview

Position
: RN Surveyor

Position Number:

County: Pulaski

Posting End Date: 09/15/2025

THIS IS AN OVERNIGHT TRAVEL POSITION

Hiring Official: Linda White

The RN Surveyor position is responsible for performing on-site surveys and certification for nursing homes and Intermediate Care Facilities for compliance with state and federal regulations. This position requires extensive overnight travel throughout the state.

• Perform on-site surveys and certification activities for nursing homes and ICFs to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with facility staff to identify deficiencies and help develop corrective action plans.
• Document survey findings and prepare clear, concise reports in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Maintain knowledge of federal and state regulations governing long-term care facilities.
• Travel extensively within the state, including some weekends and after-hours work as required.

• Experience in nursing home, utilization review, or quality assurance.
• Understanding of federal nursing home regulations.

• Valid Arkansas driver’s license.
• Extensive overnight travel within the state with occasional weekend and after-hours work.
• SMQT certification within six months of employment.
• Good computer skills.

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 s, 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.

• Job Series: Nurses – Career-path
• Classification: Registered Nurse
• Class Code: MNU
  06P
• Pay Grade: MED
  05
• Salary Range: $75,245 - $111,363

Registered Nurses (RNs) provide direct patient care in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and community health programs. RNs assess patient health, develop care plans, administer treatments, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care.

• Assess patient health, monitor vital signs, and document patient progress.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with medical orders.
• Develop, implement, and update patient care plans.
• Educate patients and families on health conditions and wellness practices.
• Participate in multidisciplinary care teams to plan and implement care strategies.
• Maintain accurate patient records and comply with health regulations.

• Knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to perform physical assessments and recognize changes in patient condition.
• Proficiency in administering medications and treatments safely.
• Strong communication skills for patient interaction and team collaboration.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Arkansas.

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.