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University of Arkansas at Little Rock

RN - Cardiology Clinic

University of Arkansas at Little Rock, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208

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Closing Date 11/21/2025

Type of Position Clinical Staff - Nursing

Job Type Regular

Work Shift Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available No

Institution Name University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

About UAMS 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.

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

Summary of Job Duties The Registered Nurse (RN) will provide direct patient care as an RN. This professional nursing role requires the ability to coordinate care for patients, triage patients, and work collaboratively with clinic providers, fellows, and staff. The RN will coordinate transitions of care, provide patient education on complex conditions, and develop and implement individual health plans.

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 attainment of desired outcomes.

Administers medication following department/unit standards and Nurse Practice Act.

Verifies and evaluates care delivered to ensure consistency 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 positive educational experience for all students and staff.

Provides effective patient/family education/discharge planning.

Effectively collaborates and communicates 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 recruitment/retention of staff.

Facilitates development and implementation of nursing practice standards that are evidence-based and in compliance with ANA standards.

May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications

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

Must be a graduate of an accredited RN nursing program.

Minimum of 1 year of Registered Nursing experience.

Valid Registered Nursing License.

Basic computer skills.

Excellent communication skills.

Strong work ethics and accountability.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer BSN or working towards BSN.

Ambulatory clinical experience.

Current BLS certification.

ACLS certification (or obtain certification within one year of starting in this role).

Additional Information Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

Salary Information Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission).

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title).

Resume.

Optional Documents

Proof of Veteran Status.

Recruitment Contact Information Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Annual TB Screening.

Criminal Background Check.

Substance Abuse Testing.

Physical Activity Requirements Constant Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking, Walking.

Frequent Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking.

Occasional Physical Activity: Lifting.

Benefits Eligible: Yes.

Equal Opportunity Statement 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. 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.

Legal Requirement Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Public Disclosure Statement All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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