State of Delaware

As a state government employer, it provides nursing roles including Registered Nurses, Advanced Practice Nurses, Nurse Consultants, Nursing Supervisors, Compliance Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Certified Nursing Assistants. The State of Delaware's Department of Human Resources has articulated a clear mission to promote a welcoming work environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and a sense of belonging where employees are empowered to be their best selves. To address nursing workforce needs, DHSS has implemented a Recruitment and Referral Incentive Program offering substantial signing bonuses for clinical nursing positions, indicating an active effort to attract and retain nursing talent. The state government employment context provides a structured civil service environment with merit system protections for most positions, though some roles are exempt from the Merit System.

The Department of Human Resources' mission is to promote a welcoming work environment that fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and sense of belonging where employees are empowered to be the best version of themselves. Core values include Integrity (consistently aligning actions and values, fostering trust, authenticity, accountability, and ethical behavior), Efficiency (optimizing processes and resources while respecting people's well-being), and Collaboration (uniting strengths, fostering mutual respect, open communication, trust, and shared purpose). Additional strategic priorities include workplace environment and climate management, supervisory accountability, and professional development, education, and awareness.