Clinical Specialist Neurosciences Service Line

Instructional Development

The Clinical Specialist (CS) is a licensed registered nurse who functions within the three spheres of influence; patient-nurse-system. Must possess advanced knowledge of nursing practice and the ability to apply standards within the nursing practice specialty area. The CS functions independently to provide theory and evidence-based knowledge that shapes the practice and core competencies for the clinical nursing staff. The CS provides area leadership in collaboration with the administrative leaders focusing on orientation, professional development, skills/competency validation, evidence-based practice, shared governance, regulatory compliance, nurse sensitive quality indicators, and performance improvement. The CS collaborates with the multidisciplinary team and functions in the healthcare system as a leader, consultant, and change agent and, therefore, must possess strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Four (4) or more years of clinical experience in the specialty/patient population of the care area/unit/service line
• Two (2) or more years of experience in a unit leadership role (including Charge Nurse, Team Lead, Resource RN or RN IV-level at UAMS or similar leadership roles)

Responsibilities:

• Interacts and assists the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed
• Demonstrates effective communication skills
• Communicates accurate and complete information
• Maintains strict confidentiality when necessary
• Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments
• Follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines
• Assists internal and external stakeholders, as needed, with exceptional customer service.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Contact Information: Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Frequent Physical Activity

Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Sharps, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity

Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Stooping

Benefits Eligible

Yes

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences