RN - Medical Oncology Clinic
Location: Little Rock
Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Nursing
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift: Day Shift (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
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.
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).
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.
Department:
ICE | CASL CA Medical Oncology Clinic
Summary of Job Duties:
The Registered Nurse (RN) will provide direct patient care as an RN. This professional nursing role will require the ability to coordinate care for patients, triage patients, and work collaboratively with clinic providers, fellows, and staff. Requires the ability to effectively work with patient referral sources, facilitate appointments, coordinate transitions of care, and provide patient education on complex conditions. The RN will work with the individual patient, their families, and providers of care to develop and implement individual health plans.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Associate’s degree in Nursing, Diploma RN, or Master’s degree in Nursing.
- Must be a graduate of an accredited RN nursing program.
- Minimum of 1 year of Registered Nursing experience.
- Valid Registered Nursing License.
- Basic computer skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong work ethics and accountability.
Preferred Qualifications:
- One or more years of Oncology Nursing experience.
- Current BLS, National Nursing Certification.
Responsibilities:
- Develops a Plan of Care (POC) per standard.
- Implements POC including medical order and interdisciplinary approach.
- Evaluates the progress of inpatient 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/support to others.
- Delivers patient care using the principles of the defined nursing modality.
- Delegates care based on UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, specific job descriptions and individual levels 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.
- Interacts with, and assists, the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed.
- Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments.
- Assists internal and external stakeholders, as needed, with exceptional customer service.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply: License or Certificate, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status
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.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing.
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification).
Constant Physical Activity:
Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking.
Frequent Physical Activity:
Crouching, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Sharps, Stooping.
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
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