RN - ICU/Trauma Progressive Care (F4)

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

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. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): 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 This position will be used to fill multiple positions The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care to assigned patients in the ICU /Trauma Progressive Care Unit (F4). F4 is a 30-bed blended ICU and Intermediate care unit providing care for a wide variety of patient populations, primarily focused on trauma and acute care surgery. Common diagnoses include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, blunt, penetrating, and orthopedic trauma, as well as geriatric falls. Care is also provided for surgical patients following abdominal surgeries and patients requiring long term mechanical ventilation. Education is provided to staff that includes the basic critical care course, dysrhythmia course, advanced cardiac life support certification, and trauma nursing core certification. Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with Associates Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelors in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing.
Valid RN License.
One (1) year Registered Nursing experience.
Excellent communication skills.
Basic computer skills.
Strong work ethics and accountability.

Nice To Haves

National Certification
BSN or MSN
2 or more years of nursing experience
A minimum of 1 year in an acute care setting such as a teaching hospital
Cardiac experience

Responsibilities

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 patient toward 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.
Other duties as assigned