RN - GI Clinic

University of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse in the GI Clinic promotes wellness, improves outcomes, and supports self-care within a defined patient population. The RN supports patients with chronic conditions through education and assistance with disease prevention and management, working with patients, families, and care providers to develop and implement individualized health plans and encourage self-management. The role coordinates care and follow-up for patients receiving outpatient services, as well as prescription refill requests and patient education in collaboration with physician staff. The RN is expected to maintain strong performance and focus on patient outcomes despite changes in workload.

This is a regular clinical nursing position on the day shift. The role requires an accredited nursing program qualification, a valid RN license, and at least one year of registered nursing experience. Benefits-eligible employees may access UAMS health plans, leave, education discounts, retirement matching, life insurance, career training and educational opportunities, merchant discounts, and prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an associate degree, nursing diploma, bachelor's degree, or master's degree in nursing.
• Valid RN license.
• At least 1 year of registered nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document patient assessment data in accordance with UAMS standards.
• Develop each patient's Plan of Care using assessment data and department or unit standards.
• Evaluate patient progress toward desired outcomes.
• Administer medications in accordance with department or unit standards and the Nurse Practice Act.
• Verify and evaluate that care is consistent 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 effective patient and family education and discharge planning.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with nursing staff, 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.
• Coordinate outpatient care and follow-up, prescription refill requests, and patient education in collaboration with physician staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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 matching 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