RN - ENT Clinic

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care in an ENT clinic. The role coordinates and triages patient care and collaborates with clinic providers, fellows, and staff. The RN analyzes complex and ongoing patient assessments and data to identify patient needs, and assists patients, families, and providers in developing plans of care that address patient, family, and practitioner needs. Care is delivered within the limits of the Arkansas Nurse Practice Act and in accordance with institutional policies, procedures, and standards, as well as UAMS, ANA, and specialty-patient-population standards of care. The role includes routine use of personal protective equipment; employees must be fitted for and capable of donning and performing routine tasks in an N95 mask, PAPR, or CAPR.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas and adhere to institutional policies, procedures, and standards.
• Follow standards of care defined by UAMS, ANA, and standards for the specialty patient population, with support and mentoring from other team members.
• Collect and document assessment data.
• Develop a Plan of Care (POC) according to standard practice.
• Implement the POC, including medical orders and an interdisciplinary approach.
• Evaluate patient progress toward desired outcomes.
• Provide effective patient and family education and discharge planning.
• Coordinate and triage patient care in collaboration with clinic providers, fellows, and staff.
• Assist patients, families, and providers in developing plans of care that address their needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement contributions with up to a 10% UAMS match.
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
• Career training and educational opportunities.
• Merchant discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree