RN - GI Clinic

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

The Registered Nurse promotes wellness, improves outcomes, and supports self-care for a defined patient population. The RN provides patients with chronic conditions support, education, and assistance with disease prevention and management and with maintaining health and wellness. Working with patients, their families, and care providers, the RN develops and implements individual health plans and supports patient self-management. The role coordinates care and follow-up for patients receiving outpatient care, and coordinates prescription refill requests and patient education in collaboration with physician staff. The RN is expected to maintain strong performance despite changes in workload.

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.

Responsibilities

Collect and document patient assessment data in accordance with UAMS standards.
Develop patient Plans of Care using assessment data and department or unit standards.
Evaluate patients’ progress toward desired outcomes.
Administer medication according to department or unit standards and the Nurse Practice Act.
Verify and evaluate care to ensure consistency with patient- and family-centered care principles, practice standards, and regulatory requirements.
Support integration of current evidence into nursing practice.
Promote an environment conducive to positive educational experiences for students and staff.
Provide effective patient and family education and discharge planning.
Collaborate and communicate effectively with nursing staff, interdisciplinary teams, executive leaders, and other stakeholders.
Document care appropriately in the medical record.
Report variances in care, systems, or processes through appropriate channels.
Participate in staff recruitment and retention.
Facilitate the development and implementation of evidence-based nursing practice standards that comply with ANA standards.
Coordinate outpatient care and follow-up, prescription refill requests, and patient education in collaboration with physician staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.