State of Iowa

Nurse Supervisor

State of Iowa$73K — $113K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa or Nurse Licensure Compact certified.
  • Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited institution.
  • One year of full-time clinical experience in a correctional setting or relevant nursing specialty.
  • Master's degree in nursing from an accredited college/university (optional qualification).
  • Four years of education and/or experience in nursing, equating college credits to full-time experience.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and evaluate subordinate nursing staff.
  • Recommend personnel actions, including hiring and disciplinary processes.
  • Administer nursing and related policies and procedures to staff.
  • Develop and recommend policies to enhance care quality.
  • Ensure 24-hour nursing coverage within the facility.

Benefits

  • Afternoon and evening shifts available for flexible scheduling.
  • Full-time job status offering stability and potential benefits.
  • Supportive team environment focused on quality care.
Full Job Description
Salary : $73,673.60 - $113,464.00 Annually
Location : Coralville - 52241 - Johnson County, IA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-03368
Agency: 244 Corrections - Iowa Medical and Classification Center (Oakdale)
Opening Date: 06/11/2026
Closing Date: 7/13/2026 11:59 PM Central
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Job Description

Afternoons/Evenings shifts available

Supervises and evaluates the work of subordinate staff nurses, and medical/clerical nurse unit coordinators to insure 24-hour nursing coverage.
Recommends personnel actions related to hiring, disciplinary procedures (including 2nd step and GRIP), performance evaluations, leave requests, grievances, work schedules and assignments.
Administers personnel, State of Iowa, Nursing and related policies and procedures to staff.
Provides input to develop policies and procedures to improve the quality of care.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

1) All of the following (a, b, and c):

a. Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa by the Iowa Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrator's Agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing; and

b. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in nursing; and

c. One year of full-time professional clinical work experience in a correctional environment or in any combination of nursing specialty areas including epidemiology, geriatrics, maternal and child health, nursing education, pediatrics, public health, mental health or psychiatrics, or intellectual disability.

2) All of the following (a and b):

a. Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa by the Iowa Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrator's Agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing; and

b. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in nursing.

3) All of the following (a, b, and c):

a. Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa by the Iowa Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrator's Agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing; and

b. One year of full-time professional clinical work experience in a correctional environment or in any combination of nursing specialty areas including epidemiology, geriatrics, maternal and child health, nursing education, pediatrics, public health, mental health or psychiatrics, or intellectual disability; and

c. A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in part b), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in nursing equals one year of full-time experience.

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Additional Qualification Requirements
All positions in this class require licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa by the Iowa Board of Nursing, or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrator's Agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

NOTE: Please include your State of Iowa or Compact State License Number when submitting your application
More information about the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrators agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing is available at
01

Do you understand that the information provided on your application and resume must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your knowledge?

Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.
  • Yes - I understand and agree
  • No

02

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. a7611 et seq?
  • No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. a7611 et seq
  • Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. a7611 et seq

03

Do you meet A, B and C:A. Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa by the Iowa Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrator's Agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing; andB. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in nursing; andC. One year of full-time professional clinical work experience in a correctional environment or in any combination of nursing specialty areas including epidemiology, geriatrics, maternal and child health, nursing education, pediatrics, public health, mental health or psychiatrics, or intellectual disability
  • I meet A, B and C
  • I do not meet A, B and C

04

Do you meet A and B:A. Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa by the Iowa Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrator's Agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing; and B. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in nursing
  • Yes - I meet A and B
  • No - I do not meet A and B

05

Do you meet A, B and C:A. Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa by the Iowa Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrator's Agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing; andB. One year of full-time professional clinical work experience in a correctional environment or in any combination of nursing specialty areas including epidemiology, geriatrics, maternal and child health, nursing education, pediatrics, public health, mental health or psychiatrics, or intellectual disability; andC. A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in part b), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in nursing equals one year of full-time experience.
  • Yes - I meet A, B and C
  • No - I do not meet A, B and C

06

Do you currently hold Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa by the Iowa Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrator's Agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing and have you included your license information in your application?
  • YES, I hold Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa by the Iowa Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrator's Agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing and my license information is included
  • NO, I do NOT hold Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Iowa by the Iowa Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact Administrator's Agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing

Required Question

About State of Iowa

The State of Iowa is a government entity responsible for providing services and programs to the residents of Iowa. The state government is divided into three branches: the executive branch, the legislative branch, and the judicial branch. The executive branch is headed by the Governor of Iowa, who is responsible for implementing and enforcing state laws. The legislative branch is responsible for making laws, while the judicial branch is responsible for interpreting laws and administering justice. The State of Iowa was admitted to the Union on December 28, 1846, and has since become known for its agriculture, manufacturing, and renewable energy industries.
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