RN - Adult ICU, Med/Surg, Oncology - PRN

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. This posting will be used to fill multiple positions. The Registered Nurse will require the ability to coordinate care for patients, triage patients, and work collaboratively with clinic providers, fellows, and staff. Requires the ability to effectively work with patient referral sources, facilitate appointments, coordinate transitions of care, and provide patient education on complex conditions. The RN I will work with the individual patient, their families, and providers of care to develop and implement individual health plans within the ICU's, Medical/Surgical and Oncology units. PRN staff are not eligible to receive benefits, but may contribute to pre-tax supplemental Retirement.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with Associates Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelors in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing.
Valid RN License.
One (1) year patient care experience similar to or related to the position applied for
Excellent communication skills.
Basic computer skills.
Strong work ethics and accountability.
Specialty areas, i.e.., Intensive Care, F4 Surgical Trauma are required to pass a pre-screening testing with a minimum score of 80%
Chemotherapy certification may be required to work Oncology units
Work one major holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Christmas Eve or New Year ) and one additional holiday, in addition to two weekend shifts.
PRN staff are only allowed to work 1000 hours in a 12 month rolling year, which begins at orientation and includes any education hours.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) or more years of RN experience
Must Follow Transfer Requirements Prior To Last Working Day As Posted On Website Http://nurses.uams.edu/. Select 'Employment Info' Drop Down Tab Prior To Submitting An Application.

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care to assigned patients within the Adult ICU's, Medical/Surgical, and Oncology units.
Provides triage, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care and patient education either by telephone or within the UAMS Clinic.
Delivers nursing care according to standards as defined by UAMS, American Nurses Association (ANA), AR State Board of Nursing, (ASBN), and those set forth by nursing specialty organizations.
Helps develop patient’s Plan of Care (POC) per clinic standards utilizing assessment data.
Evaluates the progress of patients’ toward attainment of desired outcomes.
Administers medication following clinic standards and Nurse Practice Act.
Verifies and evaluates care delivered to ensure care is consistent with standards and regulatory requirements.
Coordinates care and/or follow-up for patients who receive care in inpatient and outpatient facilities.
Coordinates patients’ prescription refill requests and patient education coordination in collaboration with physician staff.
May perform other duties as assigned.
Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).