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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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Minimum Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Program by the date of hire
Current Licensed Practical Nurse License in the State of Arkansas by the date of hire.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to accept and follow written and verbal instructions, and ability to communicate following Guest Care guidelines.
Minimum of one (1) year clinical nursing experience.
CPR certification (BCLS) completed during the probationary period
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Responsibilities:
Delivers nursing care according to the standard of care defined by UAMS with support and mentoring by RN
Provides effective patient/family education under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
Administers medication per standard, including providing medication education to patients and families.
Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients; may include interviewing patients and obtaining medical history.
Transports patients to other areas of the hospital as directed
Monitors patient care supplies ordered and received; reports any discrepancy
Utilizes supplies and equipment judiciously
Assists Patients with ADL/Personal Care; Provides appropriate grooming/oral hygiene and comfort measures; Applies and monitors restraints; Assists patients with activities (ambulation, in a chair, turn and repositioning)
Provides appropriate Genitourinary care (Foley catheter care, sitz bath, vaginal douche)
Provides appropriate Gastrointestinal Care by assisting in feeding of patient meals, snacks, tube feeding/position and securing nasogastric tubes, fecal impaction removal, enema administration, ostomy care, and irrigation. Accurately records GI/O, intake of meals/snacks, and 24-hour calorie intake. Collects specimens (stool and emesis) per standards
Provides appropriate Respiratory Care by performing per standards: oral suctioning, established trach care, and oral and skin care. Sets up oxygen and provides oral and skin care for patients on oxygen per standards
Provides appropriate Vascular Care: Measures and applies anti-embolic stockings, removes peripheral IV, Phlebotomy,
Provides appropriate Skin Care: Surgical preps, removes peripheral IV/saline lock as directed by RN, performs per standards: phlebotomy, CVL dressing changes
Provides appropriate Musculoskeletal Care: Assists per standards: ROM exercises, crutches/walkers, orthopedic pin care, applies as ordered, splints, slings, ace wraps, hot/cold packs
Obtains and records vital signs/pulse oximetry as requested by RN and reports abnormal values to RN: performs non-invasive monitoring (EKG, EEG, Doppler, fetal heart tones) per standards: Monitors for arrhythmias (ICU areas only) and reports to appropriate RN per standards
Documents patients care per standards: Documents vital signs, ADL, wave tests, I&O’s accurately and timely and per unit and department standards; Documents all patient care activities/tasks accurately and timely per standards.
Demonstrates commitment to Professional Nursing/Professional/Development/Professional Growth.
• Participates in continuing education by completing the required staff development hours annually and in profession/institutional advancement of self and co-workers.
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.