RN - Endocrine Clinic

Uasys; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is seeking a Registered Nurse to promote wellness, improve patient outcomes, and support self-management for patients with chronic conditions. You will coordinate care, develop individual health plans, and educate patients and families across outpatient settings.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and discharge planning to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with RN license.
• Minimum of 1 year Registered Nursing experience.
• Valid RN License and eligibility to practice in Arkansas.

Responsibilities

• Collects and documents assessment data per UAMS standards.
• Develops Plan of Care per department/unit standards.
• Evaluates progress toward desired outcomes.
• Administers medications per Nurse Practice Act and unit standards.
• Verifies care aligns with patient/family centered care and regulatory requirements.
• Supports integration of current evidence into nursing practices.
• Promotes education and discharge planning for patients and families.
• Collaborates with nursing staff, interdisciplinary teams, and leadership.
• Documents care accurately in the medical record.
• Reports variances in care or processes through appropriate channels.
• Participates in recruitment/retention of staff.
• Contributes to developing and implementing evidence-based nursing standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

RN License

Nursing degree

1 year RN experience

Education

Associates/Bachelor/Master of Nursing

Job description

Summary of Job Duties:

The Registered Nurse will promote wellness; improve outcomes, and self-care within a defined population of patients. The RN will provide patients who have chronic conditions the support, education, and assistance in the prevention and/or maintenance of their disease and/or health and wellness state. Will work with the individual patient, their families, and providers of care to develop and implement individual health plans and provide support to the patient in self-management. Coordinate care and/or follow-up for patients who receive care in outpatient facilities. Coordination of prescription refill requests and patient education coordination in collaboration with physician staff. Commitment to patient outcomes results in high levels of performance despite workload changes.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with Associates Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelors in Nursing, or Master\'s in Nursing;
• Valid RN License;
• Minimum of 1 year Registered Nursing experience.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Collects and documents assessment data from patients and/or others per UAMS standard.
• Develops patient\'s Plan of Care (POC) per department/unit standards utilizing assessment data.
• Evaluates the progress of patients toward attainment of desired outcomes.
• Administers medication following department/unit standards and Nurse Practice Act.
• Verifies and evaluates care delivered to ensure it is consistent with patient and family centered care principles, practice standards and regulatory requirements.
• Supports the integration of current evidence into nursing practices.
• Promotes an environment conducive to positive educational experience for all students and staff.
• Provides effective patient/family education/discharge planning.
• Effectively collaborates and communicates with nursing staff at all levels, interdisciplinary teams, executive leaders, and other stakeholders.
• Communicates care appropriately through documentation in the medical record.
• Reports variances in care/ systems/ processes through the appropriate means.
• Participates in recruitment/retention of staff.
• Facilitates development and implementation of nursing practice standards that are evidence-based and in compliance with ANA standards.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

• License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions)
• List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
• Resume

Optional Documents:

• Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

[e-mail]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, 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, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Balancing, Feeling, Grasping, Sitting, Standing, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Sharps

Benefits Eligible:

Yes