Clinical Specialist

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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

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with Associates Degree Nursing Diploma or Bachelors in Nursing

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program

• Four (4) years of clinical experience including at least two (2) years experience in the specialty area for the position and two (2) years experience in a leadership role (including Charge Nurse Team Lead or RN IV level at UAMS)

• Able to follow oral and written instructions and communicate with other effectively

• Ability to document services provided

• Understanding of regulatory and compliance organizations/agencies

• Excellent customer relations skills

• Understands and abides by confidentiality policies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters in Nursing

• Experience in an academic medical setting

• National Nursing Certification in the specialty area of for the position

• Knowledgeable in medical terminology

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Responsibilities:

The Clinical Specialist functions independently to provide theory and evidence-based knowledge that shapes the practice and core competencies for the Inpatient and/or Outpatient nursing staff. The Clinical Specialist provides area leadership in collaboration with the administrative leaders focusing on orientation professional development skills/competency validation evidence-based practice shared governance regulatory compliance nurse sensitive quality indicators and performance improvement. The Clinical Specialist collaborates with the multidisciplinary team and functions in the healthcare system as a leader consultant and change agent and therefore must possess strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Customer Service

• 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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