UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
RN - BHSL Center for Addiction Services & Treatment (CAST) Clinic
UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208
Job Summary
Registered Nurse (RN) position at the Center for Addiction Services & Treatment (CAST) Clinic within UAMS – University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. The role provides direct patient care, supports physicians, and acts as a liaison among patients, front‑office staff, and physicians within a behavioral health environment. Job Details
Closing Date: 11/13/2025 Type of Position: Clinical Staff – Nursing Job Type: Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Sponsorship Available: No Responsibilities
Triage patients to determine urgency of care. Handle all crisis calls and medication questions in collaboration with physicians. Take vital signs, review lab work, and present exceptions to physicians. Provide clinical assessment for initial call backs and other duties as assigned. Act as a liaison between patients, front‑office staff, and physicians. Minimum Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate's Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, or Master's Degree in Nursing). Minimum 1 year of nursing experience. Current and valid Registered Nurse License in the State of Arkansas. Excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, strong work ethic, and accountability. Preferred Qualifications
2 or more years of nursing experience. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Physical Requirements
Stand frequently; Sit occasionally; Walk frequently; Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead frequently; Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs; Push and pull weight: 25 lbs; Use hands to touch, handle or feel: frequently; Talk: continuously; Hear: continuously; Taste or smell: occasionally; Read, concentrate, think analytically: continuously. Benefits
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. 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
No optional documents specified. Contact Information
Recruitment contact: askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions. Equal Opportunity Employment
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 orientation, or pregnancy. 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. Pre‑Employment Screening
Adult Maltreatment, Annual TB Screening, Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing. Application Materials Upload
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS.
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Registered Nurse (RN) position at the Center for Addiction Services & Treatment (CAST) Clinic within UAMS – University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. The role provides direct patient care, supports physicians, and acts as a liaison among patients, front‑office staff, and physicians within a behavioral health environment. Job Details
Closing Date: 11/13/2025 Type of Position: Clinical Staff – Nursing Job Type: Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Sponsorship Available: No Responsibilities
Triage patients to determine urgency of care. Handle all crisis calls and medication questions in collaboration with physicians. Take vital signs, review lab work, and present exceptions to physicians. Provide clinical assessment for initial call backs and other duties as assigned. Act as a liaison between patients, front‑office staff, and physicians. Minimum Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate's Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, or Master's Degree in Nursing). Minimum 1 year of nursing experience. Current and valid Registered Nurse License in the State of Arkansas. Excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, strong work ethic, and accountability. Preferred Qualifications
2 or more years of nursing experience. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Physical Requirements
Stand frequently; Sit occasionally; Walk frequently; Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead frequently; Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs; Push and pull weight: 25 lbs; Use hands to touch, handle or feel: frequently; Talk: continuously; Hear: continuously; Taste or smell: occasionally; Read, concentrate, think analytically: continuously. Benefits
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. 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
No optional documents specified. Contact Information
Recruitment contact: askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions. Equal Opportunity Employment
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 orientation, or pregnancy. 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. Pre‑Employment Screening
Adult Maltreatment, Annual TB Screening, Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing. Application Materials Upload
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS.
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