REGISTERED NURSE

Arkansas Department of Health 4815 W Markham Street Little Rock, AR 72205 Position Number: 22105144 County: Benton City: Siloam Springs Posting End Date: 07/10/26 Division of Local Public Health – Benton County Local Public Health Unit

*CLASSIFIED AS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION*

Additional Preferences: Frequent state and regional travel to work in other Local Health Clinics required. Occasional out-of-state travel may be required for training purposes. Must have a valid driver’s license. Occasional work outside of standard business hours may be required. CPR certification required. Experience working with electronic health records preferred. Experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred. Exposure to environmental hazards may occur. This position will serve as Clinic Coordinator with Supervisory responsibilities. The salary for this position is set at an entry of grade MED05. Pending review and approval, the incumbent may be eligible for up to an 2% increase for the permanent assignment of field operations management duties. Hiring Official: H. Foster The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and well-being of all Arkansans.Position Information Job Series: Nurses – Career-pathClassification: Registered NurseClass Code: MNU06PPay Grade: MED05Salary Range: $75,245 - $111,363Job Summary Registered Nurses (RNs) provide direct patient care in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and community health programs. RNs assess patient health, develop care plans, administer treatments, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care.Primary Responsibilities Assess patient health, monitor vital signs, and document patient progress. Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with medical orders. Develop, implement, and update patient care plans. Educate patients and families on health conditions and wellness practices. Participate in multidisciplinary care teams to plan and implement care strategies. Maintain accurate patient records and comply with health regulations.Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and procedures. Ability to perform physical assessments and recognize changes in patient condition. Proficiency in administering medications and treatments safely. Strong communication skills for patient interaction and team collaboration. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.Minimum Qualifications Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Arkansas.Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.Licensure/Certifications N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.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.