APRN - Myeloma Clinic

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

Master’s Degree Plus Two (2) years nursing experience with Licensed Registered Nurse in Arkansas and APRN/CPN License
Current BLS certification or must successfully obtain certification within the first 30 days of employment.
Must be able to operate all typical nursing equipment essential to performing the job (i.e., scales, procedure equipment, needles, blood pressure equipment, and EKG machines).
Must have normal communication sensory requirement.
Ability to comply with CDC Universal Precautions when indicated.

Nice To Haves

Prescriptive authority and DEA license must be obtained after hire

Responsibilities

Conducts comprehensive assessments of patients (history, physical exam, risk factors) and establish baseline and ongoing status.
Orders and interprets diagnostic tests (labs, imaging, other studies) as appropriate for the patient population and condition.
Develops, implements, and evaluates treatment plans — including prescribing medications (as authorized), non-pharmacologic interventions, and monitoring response to therapy.
Coordinates multidisciplinary care: collaborate with physicians, specialists, nursing staff, allied health professionals, referrals, and ensure continuity and appropriateness of care.
Educates patients and their families about diagnoses, treatments, preventive health, self-care, expected side-effects, and when/how to seek escalation of care.
Documents all patient encounters, treatments, outcomes in the electronic health record, ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory standards, and engage in quality improvement initiatives.
Serves as a resource/consultant in the healthcare team: work autonomously as well as collaboratively to diagnose/manage complex issues, advocate for patients, and support program development.
May perform other duties as assigned.