RN - Medical Specialties (F6)

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Closing Date : 01 / 31 / 2025

01 / 31 / 2025

Type of Position : Job Type :

Job Type : Regular

Regular

Work Shift :

Shift Vary (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available :

Institution Name :

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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 $50,000
• 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.

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Department :

ICE NRSL Medical Spec F6 IP C

Department's Website :

Summary of Job Duties :

Schedule : Full-time & Part-time available, 7A-7P or 7P-7A or alternate 12 hour shifts, must work three shifts during the week plus rotate weekends.

Available shifts based on unit needs and to be discussed with unit hiring manager.

This posting will be utilized to fill multiple positions

The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care to assigned patients in Medical Specialties (F6). This unit has an inpatient capacity of 30 beds.

Patients receive comprehensive medical care which spans diagnosis and periodic re-admissions for treatment. Specialty nursing skills utilized on these units include provision of support to families and patients related to the psychosocial and emotional issues encountered with the diagnoses.

A multidisciplinary approach to care is utilized and includes a social worker, pharmacist, clinical nurse specialist, and dietitian.

The Patient Education Department provides assistance to staff in the development of education materials and provides ongoing patient education classes for patients and their families.

Care is provided to a broad spectrum of patients including general medicine, pulmonary, gastrointestinal illness and infectious diseases.

We strongly believe in patient and family centered care and plan our care with the patient as the primary focus. The partnership between healthcare providers and the patient and families are designed to meet individual spiritual, emotional, social and medical needs.

Qualifications :

Required Experience :

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with Associates Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelors in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing.
• Valid RN License.
• One (1) year of Nursing Experience (direct patient care) similar to or related to the position applied for
• Basic computer skills.

Preferred Experience :

Two (2) or more years of registered nursing experience.

Additional Information :

Responsibilities :

• Delivers nursing care for patients in within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas and adheres to institutional policies, procedures and standards.
• Responsible to adhere to the standard of care defined by UAMS, ANA, and Standards for specialty patient population with support and mentoring by other team members.
• Collects and documents assessment data. Develops a Plan of Care (POC) per standard.
• Implements POC including medical order and interdisciplinary approach.
• Evaluates the progress of patient toward attainment of desired outcomes.
• Provides effective patient / family education / discharge planning.
• Administers medication per standard including drug information to patients / families.
• Acts as a resource / supports others.
• Delivers patient care using the principles of the defined nursing modality.
• Delegates care based on UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, specific job description and individual level of education and training.
• Contributes to a positive work environment that is conducive to clinical education while serving as a resource for student nurses and staff.

Constant Physical Activity :

Hear, Read, Concentrate, Think Analytically,

Frequent Physical Activity :

Stand

Occasional Physical Activity :

Bend, sit, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead

Lift / Carry Weight : 100 Lbs. or more

Push / Pull Weight : 100 Lbs. or more

Physical Environment : Inside medical Facility

Noise Level : Moderate

Visual Requirements : Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity

Near visual acuity

Hazards :

Biological, Dust, Fumes / Gases / Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects / tools

Salary Information :

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply :

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents :

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Recruitment Contact Information :

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements :

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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