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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Comprehensive healthcare provider delivering specialist services

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse/Physician Assistant – Radiation Oncology

Advanced Practice ProvidersConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeLittle Rock, AR, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • For the APRN pathway, a Master's degree, two years of nursing experience, an Arkansas Registered Nurse license, and an APRN/CPN license are required.
  • For the Physician Assistant pathway, completion of a Physician Assistant program and a license from the State Medical Board are required.
  • Applicants must hold current BLS certification or obtain it within the first 30 days of employment.
  • Applicants must be able to operate typical nursing equipment essential to the job, including scales, procedure equipment, needles, blood pressure equipment, and EKG machines.
  • Applicants must meet normal communication sensory requirements.
  • Applicants must comply with CDC Universal Precautions when indicated.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including history, physical exam, and risk factors, and establish baseline and ongoing status.
  • Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including labs, imaging, and other studies, as appropriate for the patient population and condition.
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans, including prescribing medications as authorized, providing non-pharmacologic interventions, and monitoring response to therapy.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary care.
  • Collaborate with physicians, specialists, nursing staff, allied health professionals, and referral sources to ensure continuity and appropriate care.
  • Educate patients and their families about diagnoses, treatments, preventive health, self-care, expected side effects, and when and how to seek escalation of care.
  • Document patient encounters, treatments, and outcomes in the electronic health record, ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory standards, and engage in quality improvement initiatives.
  • Serve as a resource and consultant on the healthcare team; work autonomously and collaboratively to diagnose and manage complex issues, advocate for patients, and support program development.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Obtain prescriptive authority and a DEA license after hire.

About the Company

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Comprehensive healthcare provider delivering specialist services

UAMS Health is a comprehensive medical provider in Arkansas that offers a wide range of specialty clinics and services, including women’s health, cancer treatment, orthopaedics, stroke care, and trauma. It delivers care through clinics and procedures performed by world-renowned clinicians, using the latest medical treatments and procedures. The model centers on patient- and family-centered care, supported by the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences’ academic and clinical resources. Services come from consultations, surgeries, and specialized procedures, with additional work in community outreach and health education. The goal is to improve the health and well-being of people in Arkansas by providing high-quality, expert medical care and education.

Company size
Not listed
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$2.3M
Headquarters
Little Rock, AR
Founded
1879

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