Nurse Patient Educator (Springdale)

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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 $50000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position please click theApply link/button.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in Nursing plus seven (7) years of experience as an educator/instructor or RN OR BSN in Nursing plus five (5) years of experience as an educator/instructor or RN with at least one (1) year of experience in a clinical environment.
• Valid Arkansas Registered Nursing license.
• Current BLS certification OR must successfully obtain certification within the first thirty (30) days of employment.
• Valid AR drivers license required with current automobile insurance and reliable car for moderate travel to LR occasionally and to surrounding communities (mileage reimbursed at the current state mileage reimbursement rate) if a state vehicle is not available. Occasional out-of-state travel.
• A personal working cell phone is required.
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends as needed

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish rapport with diverse populations
• Proficiency in program management software and electronic health records systems.
• Ability to evaluate and assess health risks.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of community health principles and evidence-based practices
• Knowledge of care coordination and service navigation.
• Ability to deliver health education and engage in community education activities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and address barriers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least one year of home visiting experience
• At least one year experience in prenatal or OB/post-partum nursing

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Key Responsibilities:
Nurse Case Management & Home Visiting:

• Conduct home visits and clinical assessments as needed to support high-risk clients.
• Identify medical and psychosocial needs and develop client-centered care plans.
• Provide health education and guidance tailored to each familys needs and health literacy.
• Support CHWs in care coordination and referral follow-up to ensure continuity of care.
• Assist families with navigating healthcare systems and accessing appropriate services (e.g. Medicaid WIC behavioral health).

Mobile Health Clinic Obligations:

• Prepares patients for clinic visits by obtaining vitals and entering data into the EHR; accompanying patient to assigned exam room; obtaining patient HPI; updating active problems and medication lists and updating allergies and past surgical and medical history.
• Communicates brief summary of reason for patients visit to provider.
• Gathers and places supplies and instruments appropriate for anticipated exams and/or procedure based on stated reason for appointment or information gleaned during the intake.
• Assists the provider with patient care.
• Administers medications and vaccines per protocol or as ordered by the provider performs point-of-care testing.
• Reinforces patient education and instructions at conclusion of visit.
• Assists the patient in scheduling follow-up appointments.
• Assists patients with scheduling appointments with outside providers when outgoing referral is ordered.
• Exhibits competency with professional nursing skills and EHR documentation.
• Exhibits professionalism by maintaining a positive working relationship with patients providers and employees.
• Assists with cleaning stocking preparation and driving of mobile health units as needed.

Education & Training:

• Provide ongoing training and mentorship to CHWs on maternal and child health topics including prenatal care postpartum recovery safe sleep breastfeeding infant development and family planning.
• Develop culturally responsive educational materials for families and CHWs.
• Facilitate group education sessions workshops or classes as needed.
• Stay up-to-date on clinical guidelines and public health trends relevant to maternal and infant health.

Quality Improvement & Compliance:

• Participate in data collection case reviews and program evaluation efforts.
• Collaborate with the team to identify service gaps and develop strategies to address them.
• Ensure documentation meets HIPAA and programmatic standards.
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement (CQI) projects and audits.

May perform other duties as assigned

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Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background drug testing and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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