RN - Emergency Department Night Shift

University of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care to assigned patients in the Emergency Department and Trauma Center at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. UAMS provides emergency care to more than 55,000 patients each year, with medical and nursing coverage delivered by faculty, residents, registered nurses, and technicians from the Emergency Medicine Service Line. This position is used to fill multiple openings and is scheduled full time on the night shift.

The RN delivers nursing care within the limits of the Arkansas Nurse Practice Act and follows UAMS policies, procedures, standards, and applicable professional standards. The role includes assessment, care planning and implementation, evaluation of patient outcomes, patient and family education, discharge planning, and medication administration. The nurse also supports colleagues and learners and contributes to a positive clinical education environment.

Educational opportunities are available to obtain ACLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications, as well as instructor certifications in these courses. The Emergency Department aims for all nursing staff to become Certified Emergency Nurses (CEN). Employees must be fitted for and able to don and perform routine tasks in personal protective equipment, including N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR), or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an associate degree, nursing diploma, bachelor's degree in nursing, or master's degree in nursing.
• Valid RN license.
• At least 1 year of registered nursing experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong work ethic and accountability.
• BLS, ACLS, and TNCC certifications.
• PALS certification within 6 months of hire.
• Must be fitted for and capable of donning and performing routine tasks in N95 masks, PAPR, or CAPR protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of nursing experience.
• Current BLS certification.
• CEN or TCRN certification.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document patient assessment data.
• Develop a Plan of Care according to standards.
• Implement the Plan of Care, including medical orders and an interdisciplinary approach.
• Evaluate patient progress toward desired outcomes.
• Provide effective patient and family education and discharge planning.
• Administer medications according to standards and provide medication information to patients and families.
• Act as a resource and support others.
• Deliver patient care using the principles of the defined nursing modality.
• Delegate care in accordance with UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, the job description, and each individual's education and training.
• Contribute to a positive work environment conducive to clinical education and serve as a resource for student nurses and staff.
• Provide nursing care within the limits of the Arkansas Nurse Practice Act and adhere to institutional policies, procedures, standards, and applicable standards of care.

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 contribution matched by UAMS up to 10%.
• 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.
• Educational opportunities to obtain ACLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications, as well as instructor certifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree