RN - One Day Surgery Preop

University of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

16h

About The Position

The Registered Nurse consistently provides effective direct care to a variety of patients as part of an interdisciplinary team, based on licensure, title, and competencies. The nurse seeks and provides feedback to improve clinical practice, integrates theory and research into practice, and provides leadership to nursing team members to maintain patient care standards. Promotion is based on years of experience, satisfactory performance appraisals, and a manager's recommendation.

This position is in the One Day Surgery Preop department at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. The schedule is a day shift. The position requires a valid RN license and at least one year of registered nursing experience.

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 one year of registered nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document patient assessment data in accordance with UAMS standards.
• Develop patients’ plans of care using assessment data and department or unit standards.
• Evaluate patients’ progress toward desired outcomes.
• Administer medication according to department or unit standards and the Nurse Practice Act.
• Verify and evaluate care to ensure consistency with patient- and family-centered care principles, practice standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support integration of current evidence into nursing practice.
• Promote an environment conducive to positive educational experiences for students and staff.
• Provide patient and family education and discharge planning.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with nursing staff at all levels, interdisciplinary teams, executive leaders, and other stakeholders.
• Document care appropriately in the medical record.
• Report variances in care, systems, or processes through appropriate channels.
• Participate in staff recruitment and retention.
• Facilitate development and implementation of evidence-based nursing practice standards that comply with ANA standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for eligible staff and family members.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discounts for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement contributions 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.

What This Job Offers

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