RN I New Graduate Resident

Arkansas Children's Hospital • Little Rock, AR

2d

About The Position

Provides basic professional nursing care that is safe and effective, with a focus on the patient and family. Performs assessment, planning, evaluation, and implementation of patient care in accordance with nursing-care standards. This role is for the Acute Care Rehab July 2027 cohort in the 5D/5E Medical/Acute Rehabilitation department, with variable shifts.

The nurse provides novice-level, patient- and family-centered care that addresses physical, psychosocial, and educational needs. The role includes safe nursing practice, developmentally appropriate and culturally sensitive assessment and care, collaboration on care plans, patient and family education, evidence-based practice, advocacy, professional development, and participation in interdisciplinary and organizational improvement activities.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college program or technical school, or a nursing diploma from a nationally accredited nursing school program.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license in Arkansas or a compact state.
• No nursing experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
• Certification specific to the patient population.

Responsibilities

• Provide complete, patient- and family-centered care addressing physical, psychosocial, and educational needs.
• Deliver safe and effective nursing care in accordance with policies and procedures, professional practice standards, and applicable state practice laws and regulations.
• Apply foundational technical and procedural nursing skills; document clinical care accurately and complete hand-offs to support continuity of care.
• Assess patients and provide developmentally appropriate and culturally sensitive care, including appropriate diversional, play, or recreational activities.
• Use patient information to identify patient and family needs and desired outcomes; collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to develop plans of care.
• Seek assistance and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition.
• Assess patient and family learning needs and provide individualized education using appropriate education plans.
• Use available evidence, patient and family preferences and values, and team expertise to implement evidence-based nursing practice.
• Evaluate personal performance, identify strengths and professional development needs, and support the AC Professional Practice Model.
• Participate in interdisciplinary shared decision-making activities.
• Identify and provide feedback on opportunities to improve patient care, nursing practice, and the work environment; evaluate and implement new equipment, products, and technology.
• Advocate for patients, families, and the Arkansas Children's team to support quality patient care.
• Participate in councils, committees, task forces, hospital initiatives, onboarding, recruitment, and retention activities; may participate in community health and wellness activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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