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UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

APRN/PA

UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208

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Closing Date: 12/15/2025

Type of Position: Clinical Staff – Nursing

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift: –

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.

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

Job Duties The APRN/PA will extend the patient care and administrative services for UAMS physicians in both inpatient and/or outpatient settings. APRN/PA will be expected to provide comprehensive health assessments, determine diagnoses, implement treatment plans, perform procedures, and prescribe medicines and treatments. The APRN/PA will also manage health issues for patients independently or in collaboration with the designated physicians. The APRN/PA will work autonomously as well as in collaboration with a variety of individuals to diagnose and manage patients’ health care problems; and will serve as a health care resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate. The APRN/PA will also coordinate the multidisciplinary care of patients, facilitating all necessary consults, assuring that care is timely and appropriate.

Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients (history, physical exam, risk factors) and establish baseline and ongoing status.

Orders and interprets diagnostic tests (labs, imaging, other studies) as appropriate for the patient population and condition.

Develops, implements, and evaluates treatment plans – including prescribing medications (as authorized), non-pharmacologic interventions, and monitoring response to therapy.

Coordinates multidisciplinary care: collaborate with physicians, specialists, nursing staff, allied health professionals, referrals, and ensure continuity and appropriateness of care.

Educates patients and their families about diagnoses, treatments, preventive health, self‑care, expected side‑effects, and when/how to seek escalation of care.

Documents all patient encounters, treatments, outcomes in the electronic health record, ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory standards, and engage in quality improvement initiatives.

Serves as a resource/consultant in the healthcare team: work autonomously as well as collaboratively to diagnose/ manage complex issues, advocate for patients, and support program development.

May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications APRN Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s Degree Plus Two (2) years nursing experience with Licensed Registered Nurse in Arkansas; APRN/CPN License

PA Minimum Qualifications:

Completion of Physician Assistant program with a PA license with State Medical Board.

Minimum Qualifications:

Current BLS certification or must successfully obtain certification within the first 30 days of employment.

Must be able to operate all typical nursing equipment essential to performing the job (i.e., scales, procedure equipment, needles, blood pressure equipment, and EKG machines).

Must have normal communication sensory requirement.

Ability to comply with CDC Universal Precautions when indicated.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prescriptive authority and DEA license must be obtained after hire.

Additional Information Salary Information: commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: Resume

Optional Documents: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission)

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

Special Instructions to Applicants: 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.

Physical Activity Levels: Constant – Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding. Frequent – Crouching, Feeling, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking. Occasional – Balancing, Sitting.

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.

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.

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