Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Family Nurse Practitioner)

Introduction\n\nMake a Difference with DHSS\n\nOur mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.\n\nWe offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession.\n\nFor more information, please visit https : / / dhss.delaware.gov / dhss / today!\n\nSummary Statement\n\nThe Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN) position located at the Williams State Service Center will provide services such as comprehensive physical examinations, preventive health services, prescribe treatment and lab orders. Services may be provided as assigned such as tuberculosis prevention and control, child health, immunizations, adult health, or sexual and reproductive health. The incumbent will participate in community vaccination clinics and disaster response and may provide services at other locations in other counties to support operational needs.\n\nEssential Functions\n\nEssential functions are fundamental, core functions common to positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of every job duty for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.\n\nProvides or evaluates direct nursing care.\n\nDevelops, implements and / or reviews nursing care plans.\n\nProvides health care instruction and guidance to individuals, families, community groups and / or nursing home facilities in the management of their health care needs.\n\nMaintains an effective working relationship with other members of the treatment team.\n\nPrepares and submits records, reports, evaluations and forms. \n\nParticipates in and make recommendations regarding quality assurance activities. \n\nJob Requirements\n\nJOB REQUIREMENTS for Advanced Practice Registered Nurse\n\nApplicants must have education, training and / or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas : \n\nPossession of a Delaware Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license or temporary permit for a Delaware Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license in the specialty area of Family Nurse Practitioner.\n\nAdditional Posting Information\n\nThis is a Casual / Seasonal position which is a non-pension eligible position without healthcare and / or other benefits.\n\nThis posting may be closed on or before 10 / 23 / 2025 upon filling the vacant position(s).\n\nConditions of Hire\n\nAll new hires are required to attend an in-person, statewide mandatory New Employee Orientation on their first day of employment. The session will be held at a designated location in either Kent or New Castle County.\n\nApplicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources.\n\nDHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.\n\nSelection Process\n\nThe application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.\n\nOnce you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the "My Applications" tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.\n\nAccommodations\n\nAccommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. TDD users may request an auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com. You may also call (302) 739-5458 or email DHR_ADAConcerns@delaware.gov for additional applicant services support.\n\nThe State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.