RN Charge Nurse - Internal Medicine Clinic

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (Internal Medicine Clinic) is responsible for promoting wellness, improving outcomes, and self-care within a defined patient population. The RN will provide patients with chronic conditions the necessary support, education, and assistance in the prevention and/or maintenance of their disease and/or health and wellness state. This role involves working with individual patients, their families, and providers to develop and implement individual health plans, and offering support for patient self-management. The position also includes coordinating care and/or follow-up for patients receiving care in outpatient facilities, and managing prescription refill requests and patient education coordination in collaboration with physician staff. A commitment to patient outcomes is essential, resulting in high levels of performance despite workload changes.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with an Associate's Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelor's in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing
Valid RN License
Minimum of 1 year Registered Nursing experience
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

3 years of RN experience, including 2 years in a clinical environment.
2 years of Internal Medicine experience
Prefer ACLS certification or obtain certification within one year of hire date.
Knowledge or experience in PCMH is desired.

Responsibilities

Collects and documents assessment data from patients and/or others per UAMS standard.
Develops patient's Plan of Care (POC) per department/unit standards utilizing assessment data.
Evaluates patients' progress toward the attainment of desired outcomes.
Administers medication following department/unit standards and the Nurse Practice Act.
Verifies and evaluates care delivered to ensure it is consistent with patient and family-centered care principles, practice standards, and regulatory requirements.
Supports integrating current evidence into nursing practice.
Promotes an environment conducive to positive educational experience for all students and staff.
Provides effective patient/family education/discharge planning.
Effectively collaborates and communicates with nursing staff at all levels, interdisciplinary teams, executive leaders, and other stakeholders.
Communicates care appropriately through medical record documentation.
Reports variances in care/ systems/ processes through the appropriate means.
Participates in the recruitment/retention of staff.
Facilitates the development and implementation of nursing practice standards that are evidence-based and in compliance with ANA standards.
May perform other duties as assigned.