RN - Endoscopy In-House Agency

Uasys; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Basic life insurance

Career training

Prescription delivery

Holiday/vacation leave

Job summary

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, AR seeks an Endoscopy RN for a temporary, PRN position. Shifts are 4/10 hour days with on-call 1–3x monthly and occasional holidays. RN must hold a valid license, with 12 months acute care experience and strong communication skills.

The RN will provide specialized care in the Endoscopy lab, coordinating with providers and staff, educating patients, and delivering evidence-based nursing care in a high-acuity academic center.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with an Associate Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelor’s in Nursing, or Master’s in Nursing.
• Valid RN License.
• 12 months RN experience in an acute care hospital.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong work ethic and accountability.
• Work one major holiday and one additional holiday during the 13-week RN Internal Contract.

Responsibilities

• Collects and documents assessment data from patients per UAMS standard.
• Develops patient’s Plan of Care per dept. standards.
• Evaluates patient progress toward outcomes.
• Administers medications per department standards and Nurse Practice Act.
• Verifies care aligns with patient/family-centered care and regulations.
• Supports integration of current evidence into nursing practices.
• Promotes education for patients and staff and discharge planning.
• Collaborates with nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams.
• Documents care in the medical record and communicates appropriately.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Basic computer skills

Strong work ethic

Team collaboration

Education

RN License (valid)

RN degree (ASN/ Diploma/ BSN/ MSN)

Job description

Closing Date: 12/31/2026

Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Work Shift: Shift Vary (United States of America)

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

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Department: ICE | PeriopSvc Endoscopy Lab

Summary of Job Duties: This posting is for Temporary Part-Time PRN (as needed) Endoscopy shifts at Main Hospital and Freeway.

4 /10 hour days. 0630-1700 plus call 1-3x a month, + holiday.

The In-House Agency RN Program offers PRN employment for 13-week intervals. Participants are required to work 40 hours/week for 13 weeks and will be paid a competitive hourly rate plus weekend differentials. To qualify, applicants must have a valid RN license issued by the State of Arkansas and 12 months experience in an acute care hospital. Experience in the past 12 months must include 6 months in a direct patient care role in an acute care hospital. Applicants cannot be currently employed by UAMS, and previous UAMS employees must have terminated more than 180 days prior.

The Endoscopy Registered Nurse (RN) will provide specialized care for patients undergoing diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures in a high-acuity academic medical center. This professional nursing role will require the ability to coordinate care for patients, triage patients, and work collaboratively with clinic providers, fellows, and staff. Requires the ability to effectively work with patient referral sources, facilitate appointments, coordinate transitions of care, and provide patient education on complex conditions. The RN will work with the individual patient, their families, and providers of care to develop and implement individual health plans. Provides direct patient care in the Endoscopy lab, serving in the roles in the procedural space, Preop, and PACU.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with an Associate Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelor’s in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing
• Valid RN License
• Nursing Experience: minimum of 12 months of experience as an RN in an acute care hospital
• Excellent communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Strong work ethic and accountability
• Work one major holiday and one additional holiday, if applicable, during the 13-week RN Internal Contract agreement period.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 or more years of RN experience
• Can have 6 months of experience in an Endoscopy management position, but must include at least 6 months in a direct patient care role in an acute care hospital

Additional Information: Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

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.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Stand: Frequently
• Sit: Occasionally
• Walk: Frequently
• Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Occasionally
• Lift and carry weight: 100+ lbs
• Push and pull weight :100+ lbs
• Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently
• Talk: Frequently
• Hear: Continuously
• Taste or smell: Occasionally
• Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously
• Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment
• Noise Level: Moderate
• Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity, Near visual acuity
• Hazards: Biological, Chemical, Dust, Electrical, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools

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Salary Information: Competitive Hourly Rate

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

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: 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.

Benefits Eligible: No