APRN/PA - Radiation Oncology

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Practice Nurse/Physician Assistant works collaboratively with a physician and multidisciplinary health team to provide comprehensive care to outpatients. The APRN/PA is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, treating, managing, educating, promoting health, and coordinating care for patients and families with acute and chronic health needs. This posting will be used to fill either an APRN or PA position. The role may also include other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• APRN: Master’s degree, two years of nursing experience, and a current Licensed Registered Nurse credential in Arkansas.
• APRN: APRN/CPN license.
• PA: Completion of a Physician Assistant program and a PA license from the State Medical Board.
• Current BLS certification, or successfully obtain certification within the first 30 days of employment.
• Ability to operate typical nursing equipment essential to the job, such as scales, procedure equipment, needles, blood pressure equipment, and EKG machines.
• Normal communication sensory ability.
• Ability to comply with CDC Universal Precautions when indicated.

Nice To Haves

• Prescriptive authority and DEA license must be obtained after hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including history, physical examination, and risk factors, and establish baseline and ongoing status.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory tests, imaging, and other studies, as appropriate for the patient population and condition.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans, including prescribing medications as authorized, providing non-pharmacologic interventions, and monitoring response to therapy.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care and collaborate with physicians, specialists, nursing staff, allied health professionals, and referral sources to ensure continuity and appropriate care.
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatments, preventive health, self-care, expected side effects, and when and how to seek escalation of care.
• Document patient encounters, treatments, and outcomes in the electronic health record; ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory standards; and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a healthcare-team resource and consultant; work autonomously and collaboratively to diagnose and manage complex issues, advocate for patients, and support program development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement contributions with up to 10% matching 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 the UAMS pharmacy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time