RN Seasonal Program

Company: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Location: Little Rock
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

Temporary PositionShifts Vary as neededUAMS is deploying a RN Seasonal Program (16 weeks) in order to meet staffing needs due to increased community spread of the coronavirus. This position is eligible for a--Completion Award up to a maximum amount of $4,000, payable in 2 installments at the end of week 8 and week 16 providing they work a minimum of 36 hours per week, including two weekend shifts per month, one holiday (if applicable) and take on-call coverage (as needed). This position is also eligible for Hotel Lodging Program for those who qualify. Click HERE for additional information about UAMS Nurses and Programs.The--Registered Nurse (RN) Seasonal Program will provide direct patient care as a RN. This professional nursing role will require the ability to coordinate care for patients, triage patients, and work collaboratively with providers, fellows, and staff. S/He must have the ability to effectively work with patient referral sources, facilitate appointments, coordinate transitions of care, and provide patient education on complex conditions. This position will work with the individual patient, their families, and providers of care to develop and implement individual health plans.We are seeking experienced nurses in the following fields: Inpatient (Med Surg/Oncology), Adult ICUs, Labor and Delivery, ED, OR, and PRI (Adult, Child, and/or Women's).Efforts will be made to assign or place the RN Seasonal Program Participants on a "home unit" where s/he may work as a part of that unit team throughout the seasonal assignment, if possible. However, the RN Seasonal Program Participant may be required to float to other nursing units as needed, depending on patient volumes and need, providing the participants meet competency requirements. 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 the health, health care, and well-being of Arkansans. Salary: $50 hourlyThis posting will be used to fill multiple requisitionsResponsibilities * Responsible for triage, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care and patient education either by telephone or within the UAMS unit. * Delivers nursing care according to standards as defined by UAMS, American Nurses Association (ANA), AR State Board of Nursing (ASBN), and those set forth by nursing specialty organizations. * Helps develop patients' Plan of Care (POC) per UAMS standards utilizing assessment data. * Evaluates the progress of patients toward attainment of desired outcomes. * Administers medication following UAMS standards and Nurse Practice Act. * Verifies and evaluates care delivered, to ensure that care is consistent with standards and regulatory requirements. * Coordinates care and/or follow-up for patients who receive care in inpatient and outpatient facilities. Coordinates patients' prescription refill requests and patient education coordination in collaboration with physician staff.* May perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:* Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with Associate's Degree or Nursing Diploma* One (1) year of recent nursing experience with less than 90 day break (in state) and less than 180 day break (out of state)* Valid Registered Nurse (RN) licensePreferred Qualifications:* Bachelor's or Masters of Nursing* Two (2) or more years of RN experienceThis position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen. 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. UAMS is an Affirmative Action--and Equal Opportunity Employer--of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (501) 686-6432 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

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