RN - Interventional Pain Procedural Clinic

University of Arkansas•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct patient care to assigned patients. As a professional nurse, the nursing process is utilized in the provision of care. The RN practices within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas and adheres to institutional policies, procedures and standards. 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 the health, health care, and well-being of Arkansans. The safety of our team members at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is our top priority. For this reason, successful applicants for this position must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or have an approved medical or religious exemption on file with our Student & Employee Health Services dept. UAMS will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance.

Requirements

Graduate from an ASBN approved nursing program.
Associate Degree, Bachelor's in Nursing, Master's in Nursing, or Nursing Diploma.
Valid Registered Nurse license in the state of Arkansas.
1 year of direct RN Nursing Care experience.
ACLS Required

Responsibilities

Delivers nursing care according to the standard of care defined by UAMS, ANA and Standards for specialty patient population with support and mentoring by other team members.
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.
Delegates care based on ASBN Delegation Model, legal and regulatory requirements, specific job description and individual level of education and training.
Contributes to a positive work environment that is conducive to quality patient care and clinical education while serving as a resource for student nurses and staff.