RN - ENT Clinic

University of Arkansas•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care in the ENT clinic, coordinating and triaging care in collaboration with clinic providers, fellows, and staff. The role involves analyzing complex and ongoing patient assessments and data to identify patient needs, and helping patients, families, and providers develop a plan of care that addresses patient, family, and practitioner needs. This includes prioritizing multiple nursing diagnoses and collaborative medical problems within the plan of care. The RN delivers nursing care within the limits of the Arkansas Nurse Practice Act and follows institutional policies, procedures, and standards. The position adheres to standards of care defined by UAMS, the American Nurses Association, and standards for the specialty patient population, with support and mentoring from other team members. Employees must be fitted for and capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment, including N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR), or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program; an associate degree, nursing diploma, bachelor's degree in nursing, or master's degree in nursing is acceptable.
Valid RN license.
At least 1 year of registered nursing experience.
Must be fitted for and capable of donning and performing routine tasks in N95 masks, PAPR, or CAPR personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care and coordinate and triage patient care in collaboration with clinic providers, fellows, and staff.
Analyze complex and ongoing patient assessments and data to identify patient needs.
Assist patients, families, and providers in developing a plan of care, prioritizing nursing diagnoses and collaborative medical problems.
Deliver nursing care within the limits of the Arkansas Nurse Practice Act and adhere to institutional policies, procedures, and standards.
Collect and document assessment data.
Develop a plan of care according to standards.
Implement the plan of care, including medical orders and an interdisciplinary approach.
Evaluate patient progress toward desired outcomes.
Provide effective patient and family education and discharge planning.
Perform other duties as assigned.