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 theApply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. 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.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

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Minimum Qualifications:

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

• Current and valid Registered Nurse license in the State of Arkansas

• Minimum 1 year of Registered Nurse experience

• Excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, strong work ethic, and accountability

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 or more years of Registered Nurse experience

• Current BLS

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Implements Plan of Care (POC) using an approach that is interdisciplinary and patient and family centered.

• 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.

• Acts as a resource/support to others in the performance of duties.

• Demonstrates a commitment to the personal and professional development of other UAMS employees.

• Participates in recruitment/retention of staff.

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

• Maintains clinical competencies specific to area of practice/ responsibility

• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

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.