REGISTERED NURSE

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

Job summary

State of Arkansas is seeking Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide direct patient care across hospitals, clinics and community programs. You will assess health, develop care plans, administer treatments, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.

Current RN licensure in Arkansas is required. This safety-sensitive role includes random drug testing and pre-employment background checks, with comprehensive benefits and retirement options offered by the state.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 principles

Physical assessment

Medication administration

Communication

Time management

Education

RN licensure in Arkansas

Job description

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Position Number: 22164490
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: 10/31/2026
Anticipated Starting Salary: $75,245

Hiring Official: Shantel Mitchell

This position is a safety sensitive position and is subject to random drug testing.

All jobs offers and continued employment are contingent upon passing the pre-employment drug-screening, criminal background check, and adult maltreatment central registry checks (if applicable). You have the right to obtain a copy of the reports from the registries.

The State of Arkansas offers employees access to health and dental benefits, retirement plans, life insurance, disability coverage, paid leave, wellness programs and much more.

The Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs serves Arkansas Veterans, and their eligible dependents, through advocacy and education to access federal and state benefits, high-quality long-term nursing care, and burial honors.

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/AOTHER 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.