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Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Nursing
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift: Shift Vary (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
NoInstitution 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. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's 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.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.
Department: COM | Surgery Ped Plastic Surgery
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties: The APRN is a professional nurse with clinical expertise in a specialized area of practice. The APRN promotes an integrated, holistic approach to patient care by functioning as a clinician, educator, consultant, and researcher. The APRN practices within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas and adheres to institutional policies, procedures, and standards. The APRN is accountable for promoting harmonious relationships among the members of the healthcare team and a positive image of The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and Arkansas Children's Hospital.
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with a Masters in Nursing.
Valid License as a Registered Nurse by the State of Arkansas and APRN License.
National Certification in Pediatric Acute Care.
Prescriptive authority and DEA license must be obtained after hire.
Additional Information:
Responsibilities:
- Obtains a comprehensive medical history, performs physical examination both focused and comprehensive, depending on patient needs, identifies medical and health risks, updates and records changes in health status, assesses mental and functional status formulates an appropriate differential diagnosis based on the history, physical exam, and clinical findings.
Identifies needs of the individual and family due to the patient interview (history) and physical exam.
Provides an acceptable plan of care that maximizes the patient's health potential and takes into account; ordering of the appropriate diagnostic tests, identifying and prescribing appropriate pharmacological agents when needed as well as developing a plan for education of the patient and their family or caregiver.
Consult with supervising physician(s) and other health professionals when needed.
Obtain history and physical examination on inpatients.
Assess patient symptoms, vital signs, and nursing reports.
Order labs and radiographs while the patient is admitted to the hospital.
Enter nursing orders, prescribe medications, and perform bedside dressing changes and simple procedures to expedite patient care.
Organize discharge instructions, and prescriptions and coordinate follow-up appointments.
Expedite the start of surgical cases and the appropriate participation of the patient for surgery.
Educate the patient on the details of the surgery and post-operative management.
Provide patient and family with written post-operative and discharge instructions, prescriptions, and follow-up dates. Performs procedures on pediatric and adult plastic surgery patients under the supervision of the surgeon(s).
Participates in monthly plastic surgery conference/morbidity and mortality conference. Instruct residents, nurses, medical students, and physician assistant students; present clinical cases to appropriate members of the research and surgical teams.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing
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.
Constant Physical Activity: Balancing, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, N/A, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Talking
Frequent Physical Activity: Crouching, Kneeling, N/A, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity: Crouching, Kneeling, N/A, Stooping
Benefits Eligible: Yes
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