APRN - Neuro Critical Care PRN

University of Arkansas at Little Rock; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Nurse/PA to join their Neurocritical Care team. This role involves assisting the Neurocritical Care neurologist, providing comprehensive health assessments, and coordinating multidisciplinary care. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to patient advocacy. With a focus on teamwork and diversity, this position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care in a dynamic clinical environment. If you are passionate about improving lives and are ready to take on this rewarding challenge, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave

Education discount for staff and dependents

Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution

Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000

Career Training and Educational Opportunities

Merchant Discounts

Concierge prescription delivery

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing or PA required, along with 2 years of experience.
• Certification in BLS and ACLS is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with health care professionals to manage patient care.
• Provides comprehensive health assessments and implements treatment plans.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Basic computer skills

Strong work ethics and accountability

Education

Master’s Degree in nursing

Physician Assistant Master's degree

Tools

BLS

ACLS

Job description

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Closing Date: 05/16/2025
Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Nursing
Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)
Work Shift:
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.

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Department: ICE | NUSL Mid-Level Inpatient IP C

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Summary of Job Duties: The Advanced Practice Nurse/PA will assist the Neurocritical Care neurologist on the inpatient Neurocritical Care service for 12 hour rotating shifts which may vary days, nights and weekends. The number of shift expectations will vary between three to seven 12 hour shifts per month depending on staffing needs. The APRN/PA will see patients in consultation with the Neurocritical Care neurologist and interact and coordinate clinical services with physicians and nurses from other related specialties at UAMS (e.g. emergency department, vascular surgery, neurosurgery, radiology and residents). The NCC APRN/PA will be certified in NIHSS, Dysphagia Screen, and will be familiar with Modified Rankin Scores and the NCC protocols and stroke protocols and policies.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in nursing or Physician Assistant Masters degree
• Valid APRN/PA License
• 2 years of experience
• BLS
• ACLS
• Excellent communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Strong work ethics and accountability.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ICU experience
• Certification in Critical care preferred
• Experience with AV and central lines and other NCC procedures

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Participates in institutional initiatives and encourages the participation of others. Collaborates in policy and program development, implementation, and evaluation using best practices in delivering quality service.
• Manages post procedure immunosuppression and labs of patient in coordination with physician and pharmacist.
• Coordinates specialized, multidisciplinary care and facilitates consults of patients to assure timely and appropriate treatment.
• Provides comprehensive health assessments, determines diagnoses, implements treatment plans, prescribes medical treatments, and manages health issues for patients in collaboration with the designated physician.
• Collaborates with a variety of health care professionals to diagnose and manage patients' health care problems serving as a resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate.
• Edits and documents results in various critical care systems.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Proof of Veteran Status, Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [e-mail] 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: Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

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: Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity: Crouching, Feeling, Grasping, Kneeling
Occasional Physical Activity: Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping
Benefits Eligible: No