Nursing Supervisor - Northern Wisconsin Center

Introduction The Department of Health Services (DHS), Northern Wisconsin Center (NWC) is recruiting to fill a Nursing Supervisor position in Chippewa Falls, WI. The position will mainly be assigned to work Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 6:00 pm. There will be a combination of 8- and 12-hour shifts totaling 40 hours per week. This position works every fourth weekend from 6:00 am - 6:00 pm including a holiday rotation assignment. This position also requires an on-call assignment and provides nursing coverage as needed. NWC is a short-term assessment and treatment facility for individuals who have an intellectual disability as well as a mental illness and aggressive or challenging behaviors. The programming is designed to prepare people to live successfully in a community setting. NWC is one of three centers for individuals with intellectual disabilities managed by the Division of Care and Treatment Services. Click here to see what working for NWC is all about! As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll have access to an amazing benefits package, including: 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months. Top rated health plan options starting at $45/month for single plans and $111/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service. Exceptional pension plan with a 7.2% employer match in 2026 with lifetime retirement payment. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!

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medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High-Deductible Health Savings. Well Wisconsin Wellness Program. A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer. Position Summary As the Nursing Supervisor, you will be responsible for monitoring and supervising quality of care and administrative practices at NWC. You will also be responsible for: Performing all necessary nursing duties within the scope of the Registered Nurse (RN) license, e.g., distributing medications, administering treatments, directing team response to employee or individual health crisis situations, etc. Supervising certified nursing assistants and a licensed practical nurse. Covering as the designee of the Facility Director or Facility Deputy Director (Administrative Officer) and be responsible for overall operations of the facility, including the physical plant, and be in charge during emergencies, such as fire and severe weather when the director or deputy director is not present. Salary Information The starting pay for this position is between $56.38 and $64.93 per hour (approximately between $117,200 and $135,000 per year) depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. A 12-month probationary period is required. Pay for current or former state employees is set based upon the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is in pay schedule and range 50/11. Job Details All applicants will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any convictions may be related to the job being filled. All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by the NWC, or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date. DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire. DHS is not an E-Verify employer nor a

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eligible employer. Qualifications Minimally qualified applicants will have all the following: Licensure, or eligible for licensure as an RN in the State of Wisconsin by the Department of Safety and Professional Services.

Eligible is defined as:

currently registered as a professional nurse in another state, eligible to work in WI and eligible to obtain licensure in WI. Licensure must be obtained by time of appointment. Experience working as an RN providing direct care nursing services. Experience providing mentoring, coaching, guidance, or training to other staff. Well-qualified applicants will also have at least one of the following: Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Experience in a formal supervisory or management role (e.g., hiring, resolving conflict, conducting performance evaluations, delegating work responsibilities, monitoring workload, etc.). Your letter of qualifications is limited to one page. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here. How To Apply Applying is easy! Click "Apply for Job" to start your application process. Sign into your account or create an account before applying for the job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application.

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Once your application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click "Save" to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline. You may want to save a copy of the job posting for referencing after the deadline. Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications above. Please monitor your email for communications related to this position. Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered. If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.

Jobs. For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Liz Herrick at ElizabethA.Herrick@dhs.wisconsin.gov. DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans' hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran's Affairs, click here. Deadline to Apply The deadline to apply is June 17, 2026 at 11:59 pm. Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am - 4:30 pm. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.