RN - BHSL Center for Addiction Services & Treatment (CAST) Clinic

University of ArkansasLittle Rock, AR
1dOnsite

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. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks ( available for benefits eligible positions only ): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] . SHIFT STARTS AT 5:45 AM The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct patient care to assigned patients in the Behavioral Health Service Line Center for Addiction Services & Treatment (CAST) Clinic. The RN will primarily provide support for the physicians and act as a liaison between the patient, the front office staff, and the physicians. A successful candidate will have a clinical background preferably in psychiatry or behavioral health.

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an Associate's Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, or Master's Degree in Nursing
  • Minimum 1 year of nursing experience
  • Current and valid Registered Nurse License in the State of Arkansas
  • Excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, strong work ethic, and accountability
  • Employee must successfully complete a UAMS-sponsored conflict management training to identify, prevent, and mitigate disruptive behaviors using methods such as non-escalation, de-escalation, personal protection from physical assaults, and physical alternatives within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

  • 2 or more years of nursing experience
  • Current BLS
  • good communicational skills
  • good time management and priority management skills
  • ability to prioritize and work with autonomy
  • good organizational skills
  • familiarity with psychiatric medication and interactions
  • clinical experience with psychiatric patients and/or environment

Responsibilities

  • Primary duties will be to triage to determine the urgency of patient care
  • handle all crisis calls
  • answer medication questions in collaboration with physicians
  • take vital signs
  • review lab work and present exceptions to physicians
  • provide clinical assessment for initial call backs and other duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
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