RN - NICU

Clinical Staff - NursingThe Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct patient care to assigned patients in our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (F5/H5). This is a 64 bed NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) with single-room design providing care for early high-risk, low birth weight infants as well as acutely ill full-term newborns. NICU is a Level IIIB Nursery and provides 24/7 physician and nursing care to serve the citizens of the State of Arkansas. High level developmental and technological care is combined with the specialized neonatal expertise of our health care team. The dedication of our NICU team allows us to provide patient- and family-centered care through Comfort, Hope and Healing to each infant and their family.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with Associate Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelor's in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing.Valid RN License.1 year of Registered Nursing direct patient care experience.Excellent communication skills.Basic computer skills.Strong work ethics and accountability.Preferred Qualifications:National CertificationBSN or MSN2 or more years of nursing experience with a minimum of 1 year in an acute care setting such as a teaching hospitalNICU experienceEmployees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSStand: FrequentlySit: FrequentlyWalk: OccasionallyBend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: FrequentlyLift and carry weight: 25 lbsPush and pull weight: 25 lbsUse hands to touch, handle or feel: FrequentlyTalk: ContinuouslyHear: ContinuouslyTaste or smell: OccasionallyRead, concentrate, think analytically: ContinuouslyPhysical Environment: Inside Medical Facility EnvironmentSalary Information: Commensurate with education and experienceRequired Documents to Apply: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeOptional Documents: Proof of Veteran StatusRecruitment 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 do not send to listed recruitment contact.Pre-employment Screening RequirementsAnnual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse TestingThis 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 used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.