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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):
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.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual orientation or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
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Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree Associates Degree or Nursing Diploma
Valid RN License
Minimum of one (1) year of RN experience
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Responsibilities:
Triage assessment planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care and patient education either by telephone or within the UAMS Clinic.
Delivers nursing care according to standards as defined by UAMS American Nurses Association (ANA) Arkansas State Board of Nursing (ASBN) and those set forth by nursing specialty organizations. Helps develop patients Plan of Care (POC) per clinic standards utilizing assessment data. Evaluates the progress of patients toward attainment of desired outcomes.
Administers medication following clinic standards and Nurse Practice Act.
Verifies and evaluates care delivered to ensure that care is consistent with standards and regulatory requirements.
Coordinates care and/or follow-up for patients who receive care in inpatient and outpatient facilities. Coordinates patients prescription refill requests and patient education coordination in collaboration with physician staff.
Participates in Performance Improvement Evidenced-Based Practice/Research process.
Evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice. Supports the integration of current evidence into nursing practices.
Promotes an environment conducive to positive educational experience for all students and staff.
Implements POC using an approach that is interdisciplinary and Patient and Family Centered Care. Collaborates and communicates with nursing staff at all levels interdisciplinary teams executive leaders and other stakeholders.
Communicates care appropriately through documentation in the medical record. Reports variances in care/systems/processes through the appropriate means.
Participates in unit/department based organizational activities/committees such as the Professional Nursing Organization (PNO).
Demonstrates commitment to professional nursing development and growth.
Evaluates personal performance based on professional practice standards.
Uses constructive feedback from peers and supervisors to improve practice and performance. Maintains clinical competencies specific to area of practice/responsibility.
Interacts with and assists the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed.
Demonstrates effective communication skills; communicates accurate and complete information; maintains strict confidentiality when necessary.
Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers management team and ancillary departments; follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines.
Assists internal and external stakeholders as needed with exceptional customer service.
Other duties as assigned.
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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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