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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):
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
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 orientation, 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.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.
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Required
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN)
Five (5) or more years of experience in the field of Nursing, with at least three (3) years of experience in a supervisory capacity.
Valid Registered Nurse license
Preferred
Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN)
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)
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Responsibilities:
Maintains awareness of unit status and potential problems by functioning as a working supervisor.
Serves as a liaison with Director and Administration, exchanging information and identifying problems or needs related to clinical activity.
Participates on ad hoc committees, as required, to develop plans related to unit issues.
Demonstrates effective analytical abilities to identify unit needs that require intervention and/or revision.
Participates in daily unit activity to coordinate unit functions and facilitate problem solving.
Demonstrate effective time management and delegation skills to accomplish unit activity within work schedule restrains.
Plans measurable unit-related goals and objectives as guidelines for performance.
Develops an understanding of the functions of each primary campus departments.
Assumes responsibility for successfully fulfilling the standards of licensing and crediting agencies.
Develops, interprets, and implements policies, guidelines, protocol, job descriptions, and performance appraisals annually.
Interviews, hires, and orients new employees; documents orientation of each new employee, coordinating with personnel and adhering to UAMS policy.
Coordinates timely completion of personnel records, including employee promotions/transfers and new employee hiring.
Uses both formal and informal evaluation processes to reward or modify employee behavior.
Demonstrates good managerial judgment in assigning duties appropriate to each individual, and by conducting all aspects of supervision in a fair, consistent, objective, and professional manner.
Maintains a current awareness of the abilities and limitations of each staff member.
Monitors and documents tardiness and absenteeism.
Coordinates scheduling of leave time.
Produces biweekly payroll and maintains documentation of employee time benefits used.
Maintains adequate staffing pattern, adjusting assignments and coordination with other Managers as necessary.
Supervises and implements Quality Assurance studies, provides reports to appropriate personnel, analyzes and identifies critical factors of patient care to facilitate enhancement of the quality of patient care offered.
Conducts annual needs assessment with staff.
Participates in formal development of maintenance, capital equipment and staff budgets.
Submits documented plan for any physical plant renovation or repair as necessary.
Demonstrates cost-conscious awareness by comparing/analyzing unit expenditures monthly against general ledger and effectively utilizing staff, space, and supplies within budgetary restraints.
Initiates purchase of new equipment and supplies.
Prepares statistical/narrative reports as requested.
May perform other duties as assigned.
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Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
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.