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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Comprehensive healthcare provider delivering specialist services

Registered Nurse – Cardiac Clinic

Nursing & Frontline Patient CarePosted on Nov 9
Full-timeBenton, AR, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an associate degree, nursing diploma, bachelor's degree in Nursing, or master's degree in Nursing.
  • Hold a valid Registered Nurse license.
  • Have at least one year of Registered Nursing experience.
  • Hold Basic Life Support certification at the time of hire.
  • Obtain Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification within one year of starting the role.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct patient care as a Registered Nurse at the UAMS Health Benton/Bryant location.
  • Triage, assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care and patient education by telephone or within the clinic.
  • Deliver nursing care according to UAMS, American Nurses Association, Arkansas State Board of Nursing, and nursing specialty organization standards.
  • Help develop patients’ plans of care using assessment data and clinic standards, and evaluate progress toward desired outcomes.
  • Administer medication according to clinic standards and the Nurse Practice Act.
  • Verify and evaluate care to ensure consistency with standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Coordinate care and follow-up for patients receiving inpatient and outpatient care, including prescription refill requests and patient education in collaboration with physician staff.
  • Promote wellness, improve outcomes and self-care, and support patients with chronic conditions through education and disease prevention or maintenance.
  • Work with patients, their families, and care providers to develop and implement individual health plans and support patient self-management.
  • Coordinate patient care, triage, referrals, appointments, transitions of care, and follow-up; provide education on complex conditions.
  • Base decisions and actions on ethical principles and treat each patient with compassion and respect for their dignity, worth, and uniqueness.
  • Advocate for patients and families by preserving patient rights while providing safe, competent care.
  • Remain accountable for individual practice, preserve integrity and safety, maintain competence, and continue professional growth.
  • Use resources effectively to resolve ethical dilemmas.
  • Participate in performance improvement, evidence-based practice, research, and quality improvement processes; evaluate nursing practice quality and effectiveness and support integration of current evidence into practice.
  • Promote an environment that supports positive educational experiences for students and staff, and provide effective patient and family education.
  • Implement plans of care using interdisciplinary patient- and family-centered care; communicate and collaborate with nursing staff, interdisciplinary teams, executive leaders, and other stakeholders.
  • Document care appropriately in the medical record and report care, system, and process variances through appropriate channels.
  • Act as a resource and support to others and contribute to the personal and professional development of UAMS employees.
  • Participate in staff recruitment and retention.
  • Facilitate development and implementation of evidence-based nursing practice standards compliant with American Nurses Association standards.
  • Delegate care according to UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, job descriptions, scope of practice, and individual education and training.
  • Participate in unit or department organizational activities and committees, including the Professional Nursing Organization.
  • Evaluate personal performance against professional practice standards and use constructive peer and supervisor feedback to improve practice.
  • Maintain clinical competencies relevant to the area of practice and responsibilities.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree in Nursing is preferred.
  • Education, experience, classes, or a degree focused on cardiac devices such as pacemakers, implantable cardioverter-defibrillators, and implantable loop recorders is preferred.

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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