Clinical Specialist Labor & Delivery
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Little Rock, AR - USA
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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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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 preference 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:
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN ) license
- Bachelors degree in Nursing (BSN)
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Four (4) years of clinical experience including at least two (2) years of experience in the specialty area for the position
- Two (2) years of experience in a leadership role (including Charge Nurse Team Lead or RN IV level at UAMS)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters degree in nursing(MSN)
- Experience in an academic medical setting
- National Nursing Certification in the specialty area of the position
Employees in this role must be fitted for capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).
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- The Clinical Specialist functions independently to provide theory and evidence-based knowledge that shapes the practice and core competencies for the unit nursing and patient care 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.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Stand: Frequently
Sit: Frequently
Walk: Occasionally
Bend crawl crouch kneel stoop or reach overhead: Frequently
Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs
Push and pull weight: 25 lbs
Use hands to touch handle or feel: Frequently
Talk: Continuously
Hear: Continuously
Taste or smell: Occasionally
Read concentrate think analytically: Continuously
Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment
UAMS Labor & Delivery consists of 14 LDR rooms four triage observational beds two operating rooms suites a three-bed recovery room area and two state of the art Neonatal Stabilization rooms used to stabilize acutely ill neonates with specially trained staff from the Intensive Care Nursery. The unit provides high-risk obstetrical care for patients from across the state.
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
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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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About Company
UACCB is a two-year, accredited Arkansas community college with on-campus and online classes offering a variety of degrees and technical certificates.
