RN - One Day Surgery

Uasys; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation and sick leave

Education discount for staff

Retirement: 10% match

Life Insurance

Career training and educationalopps

Merchant discounts

Concierge prescription delivery

Job summary

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care in a day shift, on-site setting. The RN will coordinate care, triage patients, and work with clinic providers, fellows, and staff to develop and implement plans of care.

The role requires an accredited nursing degree, valid RN license, and at least one year of RN experience. The department emphasizes education, evidence-based practice, and collaboration across disciplines.

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.

Responsibilities

• Collects and documents assessment data from patients and 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 aligns with patient and family centered care principles, practice standards and regulatory requirements.
• Supports 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 and discharge planning.
• Interacts with nursing staff at all levels and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and leaders.
• Communicates care appropriately through medical records documentation.
• Reports variances in care or systems through appropriate channels.
• Participates in recruitment/retention of staff.
• Facilitates development and implementation of evidence-based nursing practice standards.

Skills

RN License

Education

Nursing degree (ASN/ADN/BSN/MSN)

Job description

Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students”. All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Closing Date:

10/14/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Nursing

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (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

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

UAMS 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 One Day Surgery 1A

Summary of Job Duties:

The Registered Nurse will provide direct patient care. This professional nursing role will require the ability to coordinate care for patients, triage patients, and work collaboratively with clinic providers, fellows, and staff. Will analyze more complex and ongoing patient assessments and data to identify patient needs. The RN will assist individual patients, their families, and providers in developing the plan of care to meet patients’, their families’, and practitioners’ needs by prioritizing multiple nursing diagnoses and collaborative medical problems in to the POC.

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

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

• Annual TB Screening
• Criminal Background Check
• Substance Abuse Testing

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Stooping

Occasional Physical Activity:

Grasping, Kneeling, Repetitive Motion, Sharps

Benefits Eligible:

Yes