Endoscopy RN

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). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. 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.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Visit our website to learn more: https://ddei.uams.edu/

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] .

Department:
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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.
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.
All UAMS employees will treat others with Dignity and Respect. We communicate and share complete and unbiased information,
assuring our colleagues receive timely, complete, and accurate information in order make informed decisions.
We participate in institutional initiatives and encourage the participation of others. We collaborate in policy and program
development, implementation, and evaluation, using best practices in delivering quality service. All duties will be performed in
accordance with the UAMS Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care set forth by UAMS. These core concepts allow for an
approach to health care that shapes policies, programs, facility design and staff day-to-day interactions. It leads to better health outcomes,
wiser allocation of resources, and greater patient and family satisfaction. The core concepts of patient and family centered care consist of
Dignity & Respect, Information Sharing, Participation, and Collaboration.
☐ Close Supervision: Is assigned duties according to specified procedures and receives detailed instructions. Work is checked frequently.
☒ Supervision: Performs a variety of routine work within established policies and procedures, and receives detailed instructions on new projects and assignments.
☐ General Supervision: Normally receives few instructions on day-to-day work and receives general instructions on new assignments.
☐ Direction: This position establishes methods and procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives, and receives guidance in terms of broad goals. Only the final results of work are typically reviewed.
☐ General Direction: This position exercises wide latitude in determining objectives and approaches to critical assignments.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (list primary functions of the position, with the percent of time generally allocated to each; percent of time must add up to 100%) · The Registered Nurse (RN) 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. The RN is 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. 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.

Qualifications:

Must be a graduate of an accredited RN nursing program. Minimum of 1 year of Registered Nursing experience

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

“Commensurate with education and experience”

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [email protected]  for any recruiting related questions.

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:
Criminal Background Check

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. 

Constant Physical Activity:
Crouching, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, N/A, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A

Benefits Eligible:
Yes