RN Pre-Op/PACU (UAMS Health Benton/Bryant)
About The Position
The Registered Nurse at UAMS Health Benton/Bryant provides direct patient care and coordinates care for patients in the Pre-Op/PACU department. The role involves triaging patients and collaborating with clinic providers, fellows, staff, patient referral sources, and families to facilitate appointments, coordinate transitions of care, and provide education about complex conditions. The RN works with patients, families, and providers to develop and implement individual health plans. The RN delivers nursing care within the limits of the Arkansas Nurse Practice Act and follows UAMS policies, procedures, and standards, as well as applicable ANA and specialty standards. The position requires on-call availability after hours and on weekends. This posting is filling multiple openings.
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, or acceptance into the UAMS New Graduate RN Residency Program.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Strong work ethic and accountability.
- Able to don and perform routine tasks in required personal protective equipment, including N95 masks, PAPR, or CAPR.
- Able to lift and carry 100 pounds or more and push or pull 100 pounds or more.
Nice To Haves
- Current BLS and ACLS certification.
Responsibilities
- Collect and document patient assessment data.
- Develop a plan of care according to standards.
- Implement the plan of care, including medical orders and an interdisciplinary approach.
- Evaluate patient progress toward desired outcomes.
- Provide patient and family education and discharge planning.
- Administer medications according to standards and provide medication 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 in accordance with UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, the job description, and individual education and training.
- Contribute to a positive clinical education environment and serve as a resource for student nurses and staff.
- Coordinate and triage patient care; facilitate appointments and transitions of care.
- Remain available for on-call work after hours and on weekends.
- 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 contributions with up to 10% matched by UAMS.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
