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University of Arkansas for Medical Science

RN - Med Specialties

University of Arkansas for Medical Science, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208

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Closing Date:

01/10/2026

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

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 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 Overview Summary of Job Duties: The Registered Nurse will provide direct patient care as an RN. This professional nursing role will require the ability to coordinate care for patients, triage patients, and work collaboratively with clinic providers, fellows, and staff. Requires the ability to effectively work with patient referral sources, facilitate appointments, coordinate transitions of care, and provide patient education on complex conditions. The RN will work with the individual patient, their families, and providers of care to develop and implement individual health plans.

This position will cover Rheumatology, Medical Weight Management, Infectious Disease, Endocrine, Renal, Pulmonology, Cystic Fibrosis, and Dermatology Clinics.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with an Associate's Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelor's in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing

Valid RN License

Minimum of 1 year Registered Nursing experience

Special Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

Ability to perform point-of-care testing, draw and collect blood specimens, and prepare for laboratory processing

Preferred Qualifications

Two years of experience in an ambulatory care setting

BLS (CPR) Certification

Responsibilities

Collects and documents assessment data from patients and/or others per UAMS standard

Develops the patient's Plan of Care (POC) in accordance with 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 it is consistent 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

Salary Information Commensurate with education and experience

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

Proof of Veteran Status

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

Additional Information

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

Physical Demands Constant Physical Activity: Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity: Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Kneeling, Pulling, Pushing

Occasional Physical Activity: Balancing, Climbing

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.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

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