What are the responsibilities and job description for the Extra Help/Registered Nurse position at Veterans Legal Services Clinic and Pro Bono Services Center?
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Closing Date
Type of Position:
Clerical
Workstudy Position
No
Job Type
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Work Shift
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
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.
If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process please contact Human Resources at 501-916-3180.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 501-916-3180.
Department
Health Services
Department's Website
Summary of Job Duties:
This position provides the services of an Extra Help/Registered Nurse to the operations of UA Little Rock Health Services. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications
Required Education and/or Experience
Salary Information:
Optional Documents
Required Documents to Apply:
Special Instructions To Applicants
Recruitment Contact Information:
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
Adult Maltreatment, Annual TB Screening, Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
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.
Constant Physical Activity
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking
Frequent Physical Activity
Feeling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps
Occasional Physical Activity
Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing
All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).
If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.
Closing Date
Type of Position:
Clerical
Workstudy Position
No
Job Type
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Work Shift
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
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.
If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process please contact Human Resources at 501-916-3180.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 501-916-3180.
Department
Health Services
Department's Website
Summary of Job Duties:
This position provides the services of an Extra Help/Registered Nurse to the operations of UA Little Rock Health Services. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications
Required Education and/or Experience
- Successful completion of an accredited nursing degree program. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing or current multistate license from a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) member state;
- Current CPR certification.
- Provide triage assessments, by telephone and in person, and appropriately direct patients to urgent care, same day, future appointments, and referrals to off-site services as indicated;
- Urgent care, same day, future appointments, and referrals to off-site services as indicated;
- Administer medications & immunizations within scope of practice, as ordered by APRNs and MDs, and in accordance with the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) and Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDCP) recommendations and standards;
- Assist receptionist as needed with check-in procedures, making appointments, insurance verification, responding to patient inquiries, and answering the telephone;
- Provide appropriate and effective health education to patients regarding their health problems, behavioral risk assessment, interventions, and medications;
- Document all findings and patient care interventions accurately and legibly and according to professional and legal standards; in Medicat (Electronic Health Record);
- Appropriately refer patients to Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs), Physicians, and off-site services;
- Follow client confidentiality policies and procedures for UA Little Rock Health Services and according to HIPAA guidelines;
- Comply with OSHA and clinic protocols regarding infectious disease prevention and control, including proper handling and disposal of infectious waste, gloving and sharps management/disposal, and proper disinfection of exam rooms and equipment;
- Maintain and document proper storage of vaccines as per ADH protocols, including completion of daily temperature log for refrigerator and freezer and regular inspection of expiration dates and proper disposal of expired vaccines;
- Participate and contribute to the development and implementation of campus health outreach programs;
- Perform CLIA waived tests and collect, package, route, and track lab specimens to off-site reference laboratory as directed;
- Perform tuberculosis screening and follow-up; including documentation of results in the Arkansas Department of Health tuberculosis database;
- Participate in regular staff meetings and contribute to progress toward developing and addressing Health Services’ goals and objectives;
- Participate and contribute to quality improvement programs for Health Services;
- Participate and contribute to staff in-services and educational programs;
- Other duties as assigned.
- Knowledge of computers and software applications (Microsoft, Internet, e-mail);
- Knowledge or ability to learn appropriate use of the Medicat Electronic Health Record system;
- Strong communication skills to provide effective education to clients and accurately relate client concerns to consulting professionals;
- Strong ability to work with diverse constituencies including persons with disabilities.
Salary Information:
Optional Documents
Required Documents to Apply:
Special Instructions To Applicants
Recruitment Contact Information:
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
Adult Maltreatment, Annual TB Screening, Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
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.
Constant Physical Activity
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking
Frequent Physical Activity
Feeling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps
Occasional Physical Activity
Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing