APRN - Palliative Care Clinic

University of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

4d

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 The APRN will extend the patient care and administrative services for UAMS physicians in both inpatient and/or outpatient settings. APRN will be expected provide comprehensive health assessments, determine diagnoses, implement treatment plans, perform procedures, and prescribe medicines and treatments. The APRN will also manage health issues for patients, independently or in collaboration with the designated physicians. The APRN will work autonomously as well as in collaboration with a variety of individuals to diagnose and manage patient's health care problems; and will serve as a health care resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate. The APRN will also coordinate the multidisciplinary care of patients, facilitating all necessary consults, assuring that care is timely and appropriate.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree
• Two (2) years nursing experience with Licensed Registered Nurse in Arkansas
• 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 thorough history and physical exams for patients with serious, complex, or life-limiting illnesses.
• Assesses pain and other distressing symptoms (nausea, dyspnea, anxiety, fatigue, sleep difficulty).
• Gathers health data and integrate findings into clinical decision-making.
• Evaluates psychosocial and spiritual needs as part of whole-person care.
• Diagnoses and manages symptoms related to the disease and its treatment, with a focus on enhancing quality of life.
• Prescribes medications (including pain and symptom control) and recommend other therapeutic interventions within your scope of practice.
• Adjusts treatment plans based on patient progress and goals.
• Interprets diagnostic tests and labs as needed.
• Leads or facilitates goals of care discussions, ensuring patients and families understand prognoses and care options.
• Supports advance care planning (e.g., living wills, advance directives).
• Collaborates with the palliative care physician team, social workers, chaplains, and other specialists to support patient-centered care.
• Refers and coordinates care with community providers, hospice programs, and support services when appropriate.
• Participates in regular interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and care plans.
• Serves as a key communicator between patients, caregivers, other clinicians, and support staff.
• Advocates for patients’ goals, preferences, and best interests across care settings.
• Educates patients and families about disease processes, expected outcomes, symptom management strategies, and resources.
• Maintains accurate, timely records of assessments, interventions, prescriptions, and outcomes.
• Follows professional, ethical, and regulatory standards (e.g., Arkansas APRN Practice Act).
• Completes documentation that supports clinical care and appropriate reimbursement.
• Engages in quality improvement efforts, clinical protocols, or research initiatives as relevant.
• Provides education to other clinicians, trainees, and the clinic team on palliative care best practices.
• Provides emotional and psychosocial support for patients and family members dealing with serious illness.
• Addresses spiritual, cultural, and social dimensions of care alongside clinical needs.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level