RN - Circulating - Main OR

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

3d

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. The Registered Nurse (RN) will provide direct patient care as an RN. This professional nursing role 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 will work with the individual patient, their families, and providers of care to develop and implement individual health plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Associate’s degree in Nursing, Diploma RN, or Master’s degree in Nursing.
• Must be a graduate of an accredited RN nursing program.
• Minimum of 1 year of Registered Nursing experience
• Valid Registered Nursing License

Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers nursing care for patients within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas and adheres to institutional policies, procedures, and standards.
• The RN is responsible for adhering to the standard of care defined by UAMS, ANA, and the Standards for the specialty patient population, with support and mentoring by other team members.
• Collects and documents assessment data.
• Develops a Plan of Care (POC) per standard.
• Implements POC, including medical order and interdisciplinary approach.
• Evaluates the progress of the patient toward the attainment of desired outcomes.
• Provides effective patient/family education/discharge planning.
• Administers medication per standard, including drug information to patients/families.
• Acts as a resource/supports others.
• Delivers patient care using the principles of the defined nursing modality.
• Delegates care based on UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, specific job description, and individual level of education and training.
• Contributes to a positive work environment that is conducive to clinical education while serving as a resource for student nurses and staff.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees