RN - Cardiovascular/Medical Specialties (F8)
Location: Little Rock
Posted On: 18 Days Ago
Closing Date: December 31, 2024
Type of Position: Regular
Work Shift: Shift Vary (United States of America)
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
Summary of Job Duties:
This posting will be utilized to fill multiple positions.
The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care to assigned patients in Cardiovascular/Medical Specialties (F8). This 30-bed adult inpatient unit specializes in the care and treatment of patients belonging to the Cardiology, Cardiothoracic (CT) Surgery, and Vascular Surgery teams, as well as Medicine teams. Our inter-professional team works together to meet the needs of patients with heart and/or vascular conditions.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program
- Valid RN License
- One (1) year of Registered Nursing experience
- Excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, strong work ethics and accountability.
Preferred Qualifications:
- National Certification
- BSN or MSN
- Two (2) or more years of nursing experience with a minimum of one (1) year in an acute care setting such as a teaching hospital
- Cardiac experience
Responsibilities:
- Delivers nursing care for patients within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas and adheres to institutional policies, procedures and standards.
- Responsible to adhere 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.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply: License or Certificate, List of three Professional References, Resume
Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification).
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution.
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