RN-Charge Nurse (Ft. Smith, AR)
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Fort Smith, 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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Join us at UAMS and enjoy a fulfilling career where your skills help transform lives. Grow professionally in a team that values collaboration innovation and compassionate care.
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Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with Associates Degree Nursing Diploma Bachelors in Nursing or Masters in Nursing
- Valid RN License
- Minimum of one (1) year Registered Nursing consider RN with two (2) years of LPN clinical experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Charge RN or Leadership experience.
- Clinic or Ambulatory Setting experience.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- The ability to work independently and maintain high-quality care and the application of policies will be required.
- Good communication skills (written and oral).
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Leadership and collaborative skills.
- Strong patient advocacy and patient education skills.
- Strong organizational skills and computer knowledge.
- Professional and courteous telephone etiquette.
- General knowledge of office machines including printers fax machines and scanners.
- Understanding basic medical terminology is necessary.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with scheduling payroll staffing issues communication between staff and providers clinical/nursing staff education and training policy compliance and maintaining quality measures.
- 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) AR State Board of Nursing (ASBN) and those set forth by nursing specialty organizations. Coordinates care and/or follow-up for patients who receive care in inpatient and outpatient facilities.
- Implements patient care using an approach that is interdisciplinary and Patient and Family-Centered Care.
- Effectively collaborates and communicates with nursing staff at all levels interdisciplinary teams executive leaders and other stakeholders.
- May perform other duties as assigned to support the mission of UAMS.
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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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UACCB is a two-year, accredited Arkansas community college with on-campus and online classes offering a variety of degrees and technical certificates.
