RN - Main OR

UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences - Little Rock, AR

Job Title: RN - Main OR

Position: Clinical Staff - Nursing

Job Type: Regular

Pay: commensurate with education and experience

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City: Little Rock

State: AR

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Job Responsibilities

Collects and documents assessment data from patients and/or others per UAMS standard.
Develops patient's Plan of Care (POC) per department/unit standards utilizing assessment data.
Evaluates the progress of patients toward the attainment of desired outcomes.
Administers medication following department/unit standards and the Nurse Practice Act.
Verifies and evaluates care delivered to ensure it is consistent with patient and family-centered care principles, practice standards, and regulatory requirements.
Supports the integration of current evidence into nursing practices.
Promotes an environment conducive to a positive educational experience for all students and staff.
Provides effective patient/family education/discharge planning.
Effectively collaborates 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 the recruitment/retention of staff.
Facilitates the development and implementation of evidence-based nursing practice standards that comply with ANA standards.
May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

Core Skills

Direct patient care
Coordination of care
Triage patients
Patient education

Preferred Skills

Experience with patient referral sources
Knowledge of health plans development

Requirements

Experience: One (1) year Registered Nursing experience.

Education: Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with an Associate's Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelor's in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing.

License & Certification:

Valid RN License

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COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified

Benefits

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

Supplemental Pay

Not specified

Special Notes

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate based on any protected category or status.

Facility Details

Name: UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Description: 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.

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