RN - ENT/Ortho Surgical Specialties (F9)

Registered Nurse

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

This posting will be used to fill multiple positions. Full time/part time positions available - all shifts. The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers nursing care for patients in within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas and adheres to institutional policies, procedures and standards. The RN is responsible to adhere to the standard of care defined by UAMS, ANA, and Standards for specialty patient population with support and mentoring by other team members. Collects and documents assessment data. Develops a Plan of Care (POC) per standard. Implements POC including medical order and interdisciplinary approach. Evaluates the progress of patient toward attainment of desired outcomes. Provides effective patient/family education/discharge planning. Administers medication per standard including drug information to patients/families. Acts as a resource/supports others. Delivers patient care using the principles of the defined nursing modality. Delegates care based on UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, specific job description and individual level of education and training. Contributes to a positive work environment that is conducive to clinical education while serving as a resource for student nurses and staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with Associates Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelors in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing.
• Valid RN License.
• One (1) year of Registered Nursing experience by date of hire.

Additional Requirements/Competencies:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong work ethics and accountability.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) or more years of nursing experience with current BLS.

Responsibilities:

The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care to assigned patients in ENT/Ortho Surgical Specialties (F9). This 30-bed Medical Surgical unit provides care to adult patients with post-operative conditions. Orthopedic procedures include digit and limb re-implantation, joint replacement, re-constructive surgery and the latest in internal and external fixation of fractures. In addition, nurses care for Head and Neck (ENT) as well as Plastic surgery patients including microvascular free flaps. The needs of the surgical patient bring together the physician, nurse, social worker, rehabilitation specialists, respiratory therapist, patient educator, case manager and dietician for a multidisciplinary approach to care.

Additional Information:

Employees 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).

Constant Physical Activity:

See, Hear, Read, Concentrate, Think Analytically

Frequent Physical Activity:

Talk, Touch, Stand, Sit, Walk, Use hands to touch, handle or Feel

Occasional Physical Activity:

Taste, Smell, Bend, Crouch, Kneel, Stoop, or Reach Overhead

Lift/Carry Weight: 0 to 65 lbs

Push/Pull Weight: 65 lbs or more

Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility; Inside Office Environment

Noise Level: Moderate

Visual Requirements: Near Visual Acuity, Far Visual Acuity, Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Peripheral Vision

Potential Hazards: Biological, Chemical, Electrical, Radiation, Sharp Objects/Tools

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

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:

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.