APRN - Outpatient

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

The APRN extends patient care and administrative services for UAMS physicians in outpatient settings. The role provides comprehensive health assessments, determines diagnoses, implements treatment plans, performs procedures, and prescribes medicines and treatments. The APRN manages patient health issues independently or in collaboration with designated physicians, working both autonomously and with others to diagnose and manage healthcare problems. The role also serves as a healthcare resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate, and coordinates multidisciplinary care by arranging necessary consultations and ensuring care is timely and appropriate.

Requirements

Master’s degree and two years of nursing experience.
Licensed Registered Nurse in Arkansas and APRN/CPN license.
Current BLS certification, or ability to 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, risk factors, and baseline and ongoing status.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory tests, imaging, and other studies, as appropriate to the patient population and condition.
Develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans, including authorized medication prescribing, non-pharmacologic interventions, and monitoring treatment response.
Coordinate multidisciplinary care by collaborating with physicians, specialists, nursing staff, and allied health professionals; arranging referrals; and ensuring continuity and appropriateness of 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, working autonomously and collaboratively to diagnose and manage complex issues, advocate for patients, and support program development.
Perform other duties as assigned.