RN - Neurosurgery Physician

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

4d

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care in a neurosurgery clinic. The role coordinates and triages patient care, collaborates with clinic providers, fellows, and staff, works with patient referral sources, facilitates appointments and transitions of care, and provides education about complex conditions. The RN works with patients, their families, and providers to develop and implement individualized health plans.

The RN collects and documents patient assessment data, develops and evaluates plans of care, administers medication, and ensures care follows patient- and family-centered principles, practice standards, and regulatory requirements. The position also supports evidence-based nursing practice, effective patient and family education and discharge planning, communication across care teams, and nursing practice standards. Other duties may be assigned.

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.
• At least one year of registered nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document patient assessment data according to UAMS standards.
• Develop patients' plans of care using assessment data and department or unit standards.
• Evaluate patients' progress toward desired outcomes.
• Administer medication according to department or unit standards and the Nurse Practice Act.
• Verify and evaluate care to ensure it is consistent with patient- and family-centered care principles, practice standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support integration of current evidence into nursing practices.
• Promote an environment conducive to positive educational experiences for students and staff.
• Provide effective patient and family education and discharge planning.
• Collaborate and communicate with nursing staff, interdisciplinary teams, executive leaders, and other stakeholders.
• Document care appropriately in the medical record.
• Report variances in care, systems, or processes through appropriate channels.
• Participate in staff recruitment and retention.
• Facilitate development and implementation of evidence-based nursing practice standards in compliance with ANA standards.
• Coordinate and triage patient care, facilitate appointments and transitions of care, and work with referral sources.
• Develop and implement individual health plans with patients, families, and care providers.
• 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 for undergraduate study.
• Retirement contributions 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