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NoInstitution 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 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.
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Master's degree in Nursing PLUS two (2) years of nursing experience
Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Arkansas
Current Arkansas APRN/CPN license
National certification in Pediatric Acute Care or Pediatric Primary Care
Current Basic Life Support certification or the ability to obtain certification within the first 30 days of employment
Ability to safely operate nursing equipment essential to the role, including scales, procedural equipment, needles, blood pressure equipment, and EKG machines
Preferred Qualifications:
Two years of primary and/or acute pediatric care experience
Prescriptive authority and DEA license obtained before the date of hire
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Responsibilities:
Gathering and evaluating perinatal and medical histories, diagnostic test results, physical examination findings, and behavioral, developmental, and psychosocial assessments
Differentiating between normal and abnormal findings across all body systems
Applying critical thinking and the nursing process to identify the patient's and family's short- and long-term physical, psychological, educational, and cultural needs
Providing ongoing and follow-up care, including patient and family education
Interpreting health assessment data and using clinical findings to guide patient care
Developing short- and long-term care plans, including appropriate pharmacologic and diagnostic treatments
Documenting health information, care plans, and services according to established policies
Evaluating the patient's and family's response to the plan of care through systematic follow-up
Documenting outcomes, reassessing progress, and modifying care plans as needed to achieve established health goals
Accurately completing billing documentation, including diagnostic and treatment codes, in compliance with federal and state regulations
Communicating and collaborating with referring physicians, allied health professionals, and hospital staff
Other duties as assigned.
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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.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Annual TB Screening
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.
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