NURSE PRACTITIONER

NURSE PRACTITIONER

Location: North Little Rock, AR, US, 72214 Category: DEPT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Anticipated Starting Salary: $105,713

Position Number: 22176791 County: Pulaski Posting End Date: 7/14/2026 Anticipated Starting Salary: $105,713

Hiring Official: Shantel Mitchell This position is a safety sensitive position and is subject to random drug testing. All jobs offers and continued employment are contingent upon passing the pre-employment drug-screening, criminal background check, and adult maltreatment central registry checks (if applicable). You have the right to obtain a copy of the reports from the registries. The State of Arkansas offers employees access to health and dental benefits, retirement plans, life insurance, disability coverage, paid leave, wellness programs and much more. The Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs serves Arkansas Veterans, and their eligible dependents, through advocacy and education to access federal and state benefits, high-quality long-term nursing care, and burial honors.

Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs Core Values

Honor Service Dignity Respect Integrity Excellence Compassion Accountability Stewardship Collaboration Innovation

Position Information

Job Series: Nurses – Career-path Classification: Nurse Practitioner Class Code: MNU04P Pay Grade: MED08 Salary Range: $105,713 - $156,455

Job Summary

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides advanced, independent healthcare services, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients. NPs are essential in delivering high-quality, cost-effective care in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals. This role requires a high level of clinical expertise, patient management, and knowledge of state-specific regulations regarding the scope of practice.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and physical examinations.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic conditions, including prescribing medications and therapies.
• Provide health education and counseling to patients and families.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to plan and deliver patient care.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Adhere to Arkansas State Board of Nursing regulations and guidelines in clinical practice.

Knowledge and Skills

Advanced knowledge of medical and nursing practices, including pharmacology, pathophysiology, and patient care protocols. Strong diagnostic and critical thinking skills. Ability to prescribe and administer medications within the scope of practice. Proficient in the use of healthcare technologies and electronic health records (EHR). Ability to develop individualized patient care plans and provide health education. Excellent communication skills for patient interaction and collaboration with healthcare teams.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in nursing from an accredited institution. Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Arkansas. Minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience. The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.