Advanced Practice Nurse

UCA; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Tuition waivers for employees and/or F

Holiday pay and leave accrual

Retirement program with 10% salary

Wellness incentives

Gym access and campus activities

Job summary

University of Central Arkansas seeks an Advanced Practice Nurse for its Student Health Center. This 10-month position provides clinical services, education, and preventive care to students, faculty, and staff. Work within established protocols, document care, and participate in ongoing professional development.

The role emphasizes collaboration with campus departments, adherence to Arkansas Nurse Practice Act, and commitment to timely, compassionate patient care in a university setting.

Qualifications

• Licensed APRN in Arkansas with prescription privileges.
• MSN or Doctorate in Nursing is required.
• Experience in clinical or student health settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced practice nursing care within the Student Health Center.
• Assess health needs, diagnose, treat, educate, and document care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and refer as needed.
• Promote preventive care and manage follow-up for students, faculty, and staff.
• Participate in quality improvement and continuing education.

Skills

Clinical care

Leadership

Quality improvement

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master of Science in Nursing

Doctorate in Nursing

Job description

Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid?

Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid? Onsite

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number NC1332026

Working Title

Working Title Advanced Practice Nurse

Department Org

Department Org 630000 - Office-Student Health Serv

Why should you work at UCA?

We are excited that you are considering joining the UCA Family—the faculty, staff, students and alumni—who make the University of Central Arkansas a great place to work!

At the University of Central Arkansas, we value our employees striving to maintain a work-life balance. We realize that this affects the overall well-being of employees while learning to prioritize challenging work and the ability to make a difference. Participation in university-wide flexible work schedules may be available for certain positions. Training is provided on systems or job-specific software, and tools are available supporting professional and personal development. The benefits package allows you to customize your benefits to meet your current needs, with the ability to adjust them as your priorities change. This includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, 80% tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a retirement program with university contributions of 10% of employee salary. Also available are health and wellness incentives, as well as access to sports and cultural activities on campus for the family, free gym membership and equipment rentals.

Position Summary

This is a 10-month Advanced Practice Registered Nurse position. The Student Health Clinic provides acute medical care to our students, faculty, and staff. For detailed information about our clinic and the services we offer, visit our website at www.uca.edu/studenthealth.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Provide clinical services and treatment for UCA students, faculty, and staff as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Work within the approved protocols established for the Student Health Center. Provide high-quality healthcare services including the following: Accessible and available health services, education of and effective communication with those served concerning the diagnosis and treatment of their medical conditions, appropriate preventive measures, and use of the healthcare system, treatment that is consistent with clinical impressions and working diagnosis, continuity of care, appropriate, accurate, and complete medical record entries, adequate and appropriate transfer of information when clients are referred to another healthcare provider. Assess current or potential health hazards and current health status, including analysis of health behavior related to lifestyle and culture. Develop, implement, and evaluate plans of care utilizing sound clinical judgements based on assessment of the physical, psychological, emotional, spiritual, societal, and environmental needs of the clients. Assist individuals to assume responsibility for the prevention of illness and the promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health. Consult, refer, and collaborate with other disciplines involved in the delivery of total client care. Utilize the resources of the University community and the surrounding community. Promote collegial relationships with other clinical staff and providers in the community. Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional growth by involvement in peer review and the review of protocols and procedures; participate in or design and conduct research and continuing education. Attend SHC staff meetings and in-services. Demonstrate awareness of legislative issues relating to nursing practice and healthcare. Participate in community education and other professional activities. Serve as a role model for students. Participate in an appropriate emergency response system in conjunction with UCA Police Department. Participate in an infection control program in conjunction with other appropriate university offices and departments. Develop and assure appropriate follow-up on all referrals. Maintain a positive relationship with the University Physician. Delegate tasks as appropriate to Licensed Practical Nurses, ancillary staff, and Clinical Assistants as allowed by Arkansas Nurse Practice Act.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Clinical/direct care. Leadership and collaborative practice. Improving quality and developing practice. Developing self and others.

Skills Considered Essential for Success

• Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
• Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
• Ability to make sound judgments.
• Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
• Civility in all interactions.
• Demonstrate effective follow-up.

Required Education and/or Experience

Must be licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing in accordance with ACA 17-87-303, and must have prescription privileges in the State of Arkansas. Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate in Nursing is required.

University, Campus, and Community Description

Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas.
Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students and employs over 1,300 full-time employees. The university offers more than 85 undergraduate and 59 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities.

Desired start date 01/16/2027

License(s)/Certifications

APRN for the State of Arkansas

Physical Demands Checklist

Physical Exertion

Physical Exertion Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds

This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

UCA EEO Statement

The University of Central Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. In keeping with its nondiscrimination policy in employment, admissions and other functions and programs, the university considers employees and students on the basis of individual merit and will not discriminate against a person on the basis of gender, race or color, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, familial status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, disability, political beliefs, intellectual perspective, genetic information, military status, or other factors irrelevant to participation in its programs.

Open Date

Open Date 10/27/2026

Close Date

Close Date 12/01/2026

Open Until Filled

No

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