NURSE PRACTITIONER

State of Arkansas•Conway, AR

2d•$105,713 - $156,455

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner provides advanced, independent healthcare services, including patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management. The role delivers high-quality, cost-effective care in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals and requires clinical expertise, patient-management skills, and knowledge of Arkansas regulations governing scope of practice. The position is with the Arkansas Department of Human Services in Faulkner County. The posted salary range is $105,713–$156,455. The Department describes its work as serving Arkansans and caring for vulnerable people, including patients and residents at its facilities.

Requirements

Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution.
Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in Arkansas.
At least two years of clinical nursing experience.
Advanced knowledge of medical and nursing practices, including pharmacology, pathophysiology, and patient-care protocols.
Strong diagnostic and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to prescribe and administer medications within the scope of practice.
Proficiency with healthcare technologies and electronic health records (EHR).
Ability to develop individualized patient-care plans and provide health education.
Excellent communication skills for patient interaction and collaboration with healthcare teams.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and physical examinations.
Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic conditions, including prescribing medications and therapies.
Provide health education and counseling to patients and families.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to plan and deliver patient care.
Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Adhere to Arkansas State Board of Nursing regulations and guidelines in clinical practice.