RN - Pre-op

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

Job Title: RN - Pre-op

Position: Clinical Staff - Nursing

Job Type: Regular

Pay: Commensurate with education and experience

Shift: Day Shift

Work Type:

Location

Address:

City: Little Rock

State: AR

ZIP Code:

Job Responsibilities

Delivers nursing care for patients within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas.
Adheres to institutional policies, procedures, and standards.
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 conducive to clinical education while serving as a resource for student nurses and staff.
May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

Core Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Associate’s degree in Nursing, Diploma RN, or Master’s degree in Nursing.
Valid Registered Nursing License.
Minimum of 1 year of Registered Nursing experience; critical care/ED/ICU required.
Basic computer skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Strong work ethic and accountability.

Preferred Skills

Not specified

Requirements

Experience: Minimum of 1 year of Registered Nursing experience; critical care/ED/ICU required.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Associate’s degree in Nursing, Diploma RN, or Master’s degree in Nursing.

License & Certification:

Valid Registered Nursing License

Schedule:

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).
Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS for retirement.
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 in its education programs or activities.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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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