What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Specialist position at University of Arkansas?
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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 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 preference, 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.
Department:ICE | NRSL Ambulatory Clinical Specialists
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Minimum Qualifications:
- RN License
- BSN required
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- 4 years of clinical experience in the specialty/patient population of the care area/unit/service line
- 2 years' experience in a unit leadership role (including Charge Nurse, Team Lead, Resource RN, or RN IV-level at UAMS or similar leadership roles)
- National Nursing Certification in specialty within 2 years of hire
- Able to follow oral and written instructions and communicate with other effectively
- Ability to document services provided
- Understanding of regulatory and compliance organizations/agencies
- Excellent customer relations skills
- Understands and abides by confidentiality policies
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's in Nursing
- Experience in an academic medical setting
- National Nursing Certification in the specialty area of for the position
- Knowledgeable in medical terminology
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Job Responsibilities:
- Clinical Specialist Role - The CS role focuses on overseeing clinical nurse practice for a given care area/specialty/patient population and promotes nursing excellence. Typical activities include:
- Staff development/Education - new graduate and new-hire RN education and orientation, needs assessment and continuing education for unit staff, annual skills fairs, and competency validation. Promotes advancing education and national certification in specialty and progression through the nursing clinical ladder.
- Shared Governance - support unit/service line-based councils and engage frontline staff in decision-making, including centralized councils; participate in divisional and organizational committees to represent role, specialty, and patient population.
- Quality Improvement - Evaluate and assess patient experience and nursing-sensitive quality indicators and outcomes for the patient population; lead and engage in quality improvement initiatives, data-driven decision-making, and multidisciplinary engagement to promote high-quality care.
- Evidence-based Practice - Evaluation of current practice and implementation of emerging care practices specific to patient population; policy review and revision; translation of theory into practice
- Research - engaging in nursing-led research studies
- Regulatory Readiness - Understands regulatory compliance standards and facilitates staff readiness through chart tracers and environmental rounds. Prepares staff for upcoming regulatory surveys and supports staff during regulatory site surveys
- Organizational/System Leadership - Participate/lead system-level projects and initiatives, work with organizational committees to represent department/unit/patient population at a system level; Partner with Nursing Informatics to optimize the electronic health record; partner with value analysis to evaluate current medical equipment and supplies;
- Customer Service: Interacts with, and assists, the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed. Demonstrates effective communication skills; communicates accurate and complete information; maintains strict confidentiality when necessary. Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments; follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines. Assists internal and external stakeholders, as needed, with exceptional customer service.
- Other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Stand: Frequently
Sit: Frequently
Walk: Occasionally
Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Frequently
Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs
Push and pull weight: 25 lbs
Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently
Talk: Continuously
Hear: Continuously
Taste or smell: Occasionally
Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously
Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment
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Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://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.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Salary : $50,000