Registered Nurse I-III
Introduction
Nurses Make a Difference! Now offering Recruitment and Referral Incentives at the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS)! $10,000.00 recruitment incentive for: Registered Nurses, Advanced Practice Nurses, Nurse Consultants, Nursing Supervisors, Compliance Nurses. $7,500.00 recruitment incentive for Licensed Practical Nurse. $5,000.00 recruitment incentive for Certified Nurse’s Assistant. Referral bonuses of $1,000 are available to referring DHSS employees.
Job Requirement
- For Registered Nurse I: Possession of a Delaware Registered Nurse license, Delaware temporary license or multi-state compact license.
- For Registered Nurse II: Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Nursing OR at least one year experience as a Registered Nurse. Possession of a Delaware Registered Nurse license OR multi-state compact license.
- For Registered Nurse III: At least two years experience as a Registered Nurse OR a Bachelors degree or higher in Nursing and at least one year experience as a Registered Nurse OR a Masters degree or higher in Nursing. Possession of a Delaware Registered Nurse license OR multi-state compact license.
Additional Posting Information
This posting may be closed on or before 10/19/2026 upon filling the vacant position(s).
Conditions of Hire
- Pre-employment Drug Testing
- Criminal background check
- E-Verify participation
- Baseline two step tuberculin skin test (TST)
- Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO)
Benefits
To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/.
Selection Process
The 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.
Accommodations
Accommodations 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.