RN - Neurology/Neurosurgery (H8)

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences•Little Rock, AR

6d•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): 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 Schedule: Full-Time, Shift Varies This posting will be used to fill multiple positions. The Registered Nurse provides patient care to assigned patients in the H8 Neuroscience Progressive Care Unit (NPCU). The NPCU is a 30-bed unit specializing in neurological and neurosurgical diagnoses. Neuroscience nursing at UAMS is part of the Critical Care Division. Our nurses receive focused education and competency assessment for common neuroscience concepts, monitoring, procedures, and devices. The NPCU works closely with the Neurocritical Care area and can facilitate transfer for the right candidate. UAMS is designated as a Comprehensive Stroke Certified Center, providing the highest level of acute stroke care, Comprehensive Level 4 Epilepsy Center, providing the highest level of epilepsy monitoring and treatment, and recognized by Healthgrades with the 2022 Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award. Neurosurgical services include: • Pre and post-op care for procedures • Craniotomy • Spinal decompression • Deep brain stimulation (DBS) • Surgical EEG • Care of TBI Neurological services consist of care for: • Stroke • Epilepsy • Parkinson’s and movement disorders • Multiple Sclerosis • ALS & Neuromuscular disease We strongly support achieving national certification, including specialty certifications, i.e., Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN) and Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse (CNRN), and offer preparatory resources, as well as compensation.

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.
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).

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 a plus

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