REGISTERED NURSE

State of Arkansas; Farmington (AR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Department of Health in Little Rock seeks a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care across hospitals, clinics, and community health programs. You will assess health, develop care plans, administer treatments, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to deliver high‑quality care.

The role requires Arkansas RN licensure and CPR certification, with strong communication skills. BSN is preferred; experience with electronic health records and Microsoft Office is a plus.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Arkansas.
• Two (2) years of experience in school nursing.
• Three (3) years of experience planning and/or implementing Public Health programs.
• BSN is preferred.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience Working With Electronic Health Records preferred.
• Experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred.
• Occasional work outside standard hours may be required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient health, monitor vital signs, and document patient progress.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with medical orders.
• Develop, implement, and update patient care plans.
• Educate patients and families on health conditions and wellness practices.
• Participate in multidisciplinary care teams to plan and implement care strategies.
• Maintain accurate patient records and comply with health regulations.

Skills

Nursing assessments

Medication administration

Care planning

Patient education

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Documentation

Education

RN licensure in Arkansas

BSN preferred

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

MS Word / Excel / Outlook

Job description

Arkansas Department of Health

4815 W Markham Street

Little Rock, AR 72205

County: Washington City: Farmington

Division of Health Advancement – Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Program

Additional Preferences

• Frequent state and regional travel required. Occasional out-of-state travel is required for training purposes. Must have a valid driver’s license.


• This office will be located in the Farmington Northwest Education Cooperative building.


• A BSN is preferred.


• Two (2) years of experience in school nursing.


• Three (3) years of experience planning and/or implementing Public Health programs.


• Experience Presenting And/or Communication To Multidisciplinary Preferred.


• Occasional work, including but not limited to phone calls, outside of standard business hours may be required.


• CPR certification required.


• Experience Working With Electronic Health Records Preferred.


• Experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred.


• Exposure to environmental hazards may occur.


• Must be willing to complete Tobacco Treatment Specialist Training.


• State issued cell phones are required to be charged and turned on and with employee when in work status. App has the capability to geo-locate.

Hiring Official: E. Seftar

The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and well-being of all Arkansans.

Position Information

• Job Series: Nurses – Career-path


• Classification: Registered Nurse


• Class Code: MNU06P


• Pay Grade: MED05


• Salary Range: $75,245 - $111,363

Job Summary

Registered Nurses (RNs) provide direct patient care in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and community health programs. RNs assess patient health, develop care plans, administer treatments, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assess patient health, monitor vital signs, and document patient progress.


• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with medical orders.


• Develop, implement, and update patient care plans.


• Educate patients and families on health conditions and wellness practices.


• Participate in multidisciplinary care teams to plan and implement care strategies.


• Maintain accurate patient records and comply with health regulations.

Knowledge And Skills

• Knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and procedures.


• Ability to perform physical assessments and recognize changes in patient condition.


• Proficiency in administering medications and treatments safely.


• Strong communication skills for patient interaction and team collaboration.


• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Arkansas.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications

N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.