Clinical Specialist - Ambulatory

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

The Clinical Specialist (CS) is a licensed registered nurse who works within the three spheres of influence: patient, nurse, and system. The role requires advanced knowledge of nursing practice and the ability to apply standards within the nursing practice specialty area. The CS works independently to provide theory- and evidence-based knowledge that shapes clinical nursing staff practice and core competencies.

In collaboration with administrative leaders, the CS provides area leadership for orientation, professional development, skills and competency validation, evidence-based practice, shared governance, regulatory compliance, nurse-sensitive quality indicators, and performance improvement. The CS assesses and designs training and educational programs to address identified learning needs, applies adult learning principles and culturally appropriate initiatives, identifies barriers to learning, and consults with departments, staff, and managers to determine goals. The position also establishes and leads process improvement initiatives.

The Clinical Specialist supports respectful, responsive patient and family relations; maintains privacy and confidentiality; promotes workplace safety and regulatory compliance; participates in performance improvement and change processes; adheres to UAMS and departmental standards; and participates in continuing education and professional development.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Current Registered Nurse license.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience in the hiring area.
• Four years of nursing experience.
• Special project involvement, or experience as an RN IV, Charge Nurse, or Team Lead.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to document services provided.
• Understanding of regulatory and compliance organizations and agencies.
• Excellent customer relations skills.
• Understanding of and adherence to confidentiality policies.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assess and design training and educational programs to address identified deficiencies and learning needs.
• Apply adult learning principles and culturally appropriate initiatives, and share this knowledge with faculty and staff as appropriate.
• Identify barriers or concerns that interfere with learning and suggest alternatives for resolution.
• Consult with departments, staff, and managers to determine goals.
• Establish and lead process improvement initiatives.
• Take a proactive approach toward patients and families, communicate respectfully and appropriately, maintain privacy and confidentiality, and remain available and responsive to customers.
• Promote a safe working environment by complying with departmental and institutional safety policies and regulatory requirements; observe safe work practices and provide input on safety issues.
• Understand and communicate performance improvement, participate as required, identify and communicate quality concerns, and facilitate change processes.
• Adhere to the UAMS Code of Conduct and department policies; improve work processes, enhance guest satisfaction, reduce waste, and work effectively with teams to fulfill institutional and departmental goals.
• Complete required annual professional development hours and participate in the professional and institutional advancement of self and coworkers.

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 plan with 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 the UAMS pharmacy.

What This Job Offers

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