RN - Perinatal Mother/Baby

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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):

• 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. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. 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.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

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 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.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Basic computer skills.

• Strong work ethics and accountability.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Implements Plan of Care (POC) with an interdisciplinary and patient- and family-centered approach.

• Collaborates and communicates effectively with nursing staff, interdisciplinary teams, executive leaders, and other stakeholders.

• Documents care appropriately in the medical record.

• Reports variances in care, systems, or processes through the appropriate channels.

• Participates in Performance Improvement, Evidence-Based Practice (EBP), and Research processes.

• Acts as a resource/support to others in the performance of their duties.

• Demonstrates commitment to the personal and professional development of other UAMS employees.

• Participates in recruitment and retention of staff.

• Facilitates the development and implementation of evidence-based nursing practice standards in compliance with ANA standards.

• Participates in unit/department-based organizational activities or committees, such as the Professional Nursing Organization (PNO).

• Demonstrates commitment to professional nursing, development, and growth.

• Evaluates personal performance based on professional practice standards.

• Uses constructive feedback to improve practice and performance.

• Maintains clinical competencies specific to the area of practice/responsibility.

• Delivers nursing care according to standards defined by UAMS, ANA, AR State Board of Nursing (ASBN), and specialty organizations.

• Collects and documents assessment data from patients and/or others according to UAMS standards.

• Develops the patient's Plan of Care (POC) following department/unit standards, utilizing assessment data.

• Evaluates the progress of patients toward achieving desired outcomes.

• Administers medication according to department/unit standards and the Nurse Practice Act.

• Verifies and evaluates care to ensure alignment with patient- and family-centered care principles, practice standards, and regulatory requirements.

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://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.