RN Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care and other patient services in a clinical setting, in accordance with applicable state and federal laws and agency policy. This is a full-time position with 12-hour shifts; multiple shifts are available and schedules will vary. The role is in an inside medical facility environment with a moderate noise level. Employees must be fitted for and capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment, including N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR), or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

UAMS is a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. Benefits are available for benefits-eligible positions and include medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family; holiday, vacation, and sick leave; an education discount for staff and dependents for undergraduate study; retirement contributions matched up to 10%; basic life insurance up to $50,000; career training and educational opportunities; merchant discounts; and concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

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.
• One year of registered nursing experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong work ethic and accountability.
• Must be fitted for and capable of donning and performing routine tasks in N95 masks, PAPR, or CAPR.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of nursing experience with current BLS.
• Previous NICU experience.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document assessment data.
• Develop a Plan of Care (POC) according to standards.
• Implement the POC, including medical orders and an interdisciplinary approach.
• Evaluate the patient's progress toward desired outcomes.
• Provide patient and family education and discharge planning.
• Administer medication according to standards, including providing drug information to patients and families.
• Act as a resource and support others; deliver patient care using the principles of the defined nursing modality.
• Delegate care according to UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, the specific job description, and each individual's education and training.
• Contribute to a positive work environment conducive to clinical education, serving as a resource for student nurses and staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement contribution matched by UAMS up to 10%.
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
• Career training and educational opportunities.
• Merchant discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy.

What This Job Offers

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