What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN position at University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences?
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Type of Position:
Clinical Staff - Nursing
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution 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.
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Department:
ICE | WISL Neonatal ICU IP C
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct patient care to assigned patients in our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (F5/H5). This is a 64 bed NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) with single-room design providing care for early high-risk, low birth weight infants as well as acutely ill full-term newborns. NICU is a Level IIIB Nursery and provides 24/7 physician and nursing care to serve the citizens of the State of Arkansas. High level developmental and technological care is combined with the specialized neonatal expertise of our health care team. The dedication of our NICU team allows us to provide patient- and family-centered care through Comfort, Hope and Healing to each infant and their family.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with Associates Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelors in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing.
Valid RN License
1 year of Registered nursing experience
Excellent communication skills
Basic computer skills
Strong work ethics and accountability
Preferred Qualifications:
2 or more years of Registered nursing experience with current BLS.
NICU experience
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).
Responsibilities:
Delivers nursing care according to the standard of care defined by UAMS, ANA and Standards for specialty patient population with support and mentoring by other team members
Collects and documents assessment data
Develops a Plan of Care (POC) per standard
Implements POC including medical order and interdisciplinary approach
Evaluates the progress of patient toward attainment of desired outcomes
Provides effective patient/family education/discharge planning
Administers medication per standard including drug information to patients/families
Acts as a resource/supports others; Delivers patient care using the principles of the defined nursing modality
Delegates care based on UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, specific job description and individual level of education and training
Contributes to a positive work environment that is conducive to clinical education while serving as a resource for student nurses and staff.
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, Sex Offender Registry, 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:
Hearing
Frequent Physical Activity:
Feeling, Grasping, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Sharps, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling, Reaching, Sitting, Stooping
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Employment Type: Full time
Salary : $50,000
