Registered Nurse

Clinical Staff - NursingThis part-time Registered Nurse (RN) position averages between 20 and 30 hours per week and is benefits-eligible. This position is ideal for a nurse seeking consistent part-time hours and a supportive team environment. The Registered Nurse will promote wellness; improve outcomes, and self-care within a defined population of patients. The RN will provide patients who have chronic conditions the support, education, and assistance in the prevention and/or maintenance of their disease and/or health and wellness state. Will work with the individual patient, their families, and providers of care to develop and implement individual health plans and provide support to the patient in self-management. Coordinate care and/or follow-up for patients who receive care in outpatient facilities. Coordination of prescription refill requests and patient education coordination in collaboration with physician staff. Commitment to patient outcomes results in high levels of performance despite workload changes.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with an Associate's Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelor's in Nursing, or Master's in NursingValid RN LicenseMinimum of 1 year Registered Nursing experience.Preferred Qualifications:3 years of RN experience with current BLS certification.Knowledge or experience in PCMHACLS certification or obtain certification within one year of hire date.BENEFITS ELIGIBLE - This position offers part-time hours ranging from 20 to 30 hours per week, with a schedule that includes daytime shifts. There are no night, weekend, or most State holiday commitments associated with this role.ResponsibilitiesCollects and documents assessment data from patients and/or others per UAMS standard.Develops patient's Plan of Care (POC) per department/unit standards utilizing assessment data.Evaluates the progress of patients toward attainment of desired outcomes.Administers medication following department/unit standards and the Nurse Practice Act.Verifies and evaluates care delivered to ensure it is consistent with patient and family-centered care principles, practice standards, and regulatory requirements.Supports the integration of current evidence into nursing practices.Promotes an environment conducive to positive educational experience for all students and staff.Provides effective patient/family education/discharge planning.Effectively collaborates and communicates with nursing staff at all levels, interdisciplinary teams, executive leaders, and other stakeholders.Communicates care appropriately through documentation in the medical record.Reports variances in care/ systems/ processes through the appropriate means.Participates in the recruitment/retention of staff.Facilitates the development and implementation of nursing practice standards that are evidence-based and in compliance with ANA standards.May perform other duties as assigned.Salary 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 StatusSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsRecruitment 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, 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 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 ActivityFeeling, Grasping, Hearing, Repetitive Motion, TalkingFrequent Physical ActivityManipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, StandingOccasional Physical ActivityCrouching, Driving, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, StoopingBenefits EligibleYes