RN - Maumelle Clinic

University of Arkansas•Maumelle, AR

4d•Onsite

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). Registered Nurse will provide direct patient care as an RN. This professional nursing role will require the ability to coordinate care for patients, triage patients, and work collaboratively with clinic providers, fellows, and staff. Requires the ability to effectively work with patient referral sources, facilitate appointments, coordinate transitions of care, and provide patient education on complex conditions. The RN will work with the individual patient, their families, and providers of care to develop and implement individual health plans.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Associate’s degree in Nursing, Diploma RN, or Master’s degree in Nursing.
Must be a graduate of an accredited RN nursing program.
Minimum of 1 year of Registered Nursing experience
Valid Registered Nursing License
Basic computer skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Strong work ethics and accountability.
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Current BLS
ACLS certification (or obtain certification within one year of starting in this role)

Responsibilities

Develops patient's Plan of Care (POC) per department/unit standards utilizing assessment data.
Evaluates the progress of patients toward attainment of desired outcomes.
Administers medication following department/unit standards and Nurse Practice Act.
Verifies and evaluates care delivered to ensure it is consistent with patient and family centered care principles, practice standards and regulatory requirements.
Participates in Performance Improvement, Evidence Based Practice/Research process.
Systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.
Supports the integration of current evidence into nursing practices.
Promotes an environment conducive to positive educational experience for all students and staff.
Provides effective patient/family education/discharge planning.
Implements Plan of Care (POC) using an approach that is interdisciplinary and patient and family centered.
Effectively collaborates and communicates with nursing staff at all levels, interdisciplinary teams, executive leaders, and other stakeholders.
Communicates care appropriately through documentation in the medical record.
Reports variances in care/ systems/ processes through the appropriate means.
Acts as a resource/support to others in the performance of duties.
Demonstrates a commitment to the personal and professional development of other UAMS employees.
Participates in recruitment/retention of staff.
Facilitates development and implementation of nursing practice standards that are evidence-based and in compliance with ANA standards.
Delegates care based on UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, specific job descriptions, scope of practice and individual level of education and training.
Demonstrates commitment to professional nursing, development, and growth.
Evaluates personal performance based on professional practice standards.
Uses constructive feedback from peers and supervisors to improve practice and performance.
Maintains clinical competencies specific to area of practice/ responsibility.
May perform other duties as assigned.