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UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is an academic medical center.

Posted Aug 20

Shift and hours
Days
Unit and setting
OR · Hospital
License
RN licenseValid Registered Nursing License
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
Valid Registered Nursing License
Certification
Current BLS
Certification
ACLS certification
Education
Must be a graduate of an accredited RN nursing program
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Associate’s degree in Nursing, Diploma RN, or Master’s degree in Nursing.
Experience
Minimum of 1 year of Registered Nursing experience;
Experience
Scrubbing experience
Also asks
Basic computer skills.
Also asks
Excellent communication skills.
Also asks
Strong work ethics and accountability.
Also asks
Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

Preferred

Experience
Orthopedic experience a plus

What it pays

Against similar roles
Below most Arkansas staff postingsArkansas staff postings that state pay run $50k/yr to $122k/yr, the middle half $62k/yr to $93k/yr, across 258 postings.

Benefits

  • Medical plans
  • Dental plans
  • Vision plans
  • Holiday Leave
  • Vacation Leave
  • Sick Leave
More benefits (3)
  • Education discount
  • Retirement match up to 10%
  • Life Insurance

The workplace

UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Academic Medical Center

UAMS Health is the clinical enterprise of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, located in Little Rock, Arkansas. The organization includes The Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital, where registered nurses provide direct patient care, coordinate care for patients, triage patients,…

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Your fit

On your path

Operating Room is a specialty you move into. Periop programs often train from the ground up.

Original listing

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Closing Date

09/20/2026

Type of Position

Clinical Staff - Nursing

Job Type

Regular

Work Shift

Sponsorship Available

No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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 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 preference, 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.

Department

ICE | MUSL | TOSH Operating Room

Department's Website

Summary of Job

Duties

As individuals dedicated to ensuring the safety and quick recovery of our patients, nurses are integral members of a team dedicated to providing the best care for patients through collaboration, communication and patient safety. As part of the TOSH teams, operating room nurses define their practice through attention to nursing excellence and outstanding patient care, are driven by their expertise, compassion and dedication to evidence-based practice, and operate at a higher level of practice. If you are an RN who has current Operating Room experience, we invite you to consider a career with The Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital at UAMS Health.

The Registered Nurse (RN) will provide direct patient care as an RN. This professional nursing role will require the ability to coordinate care for patients, triage patients, and work collaboratively with clinic providers, fellows, and staff. Requires the ability to effectively work with patient referral sources, facilitate appointments, coordinate transitions of care, and provide patient education on complex conditions. The RN will work with the individual patient, their families, and providers of care to develop and implement individual health plans.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Associate’s degree in Nursing, Diploma RN, or Master’s degree in Nursing. Must be a graduate of an accredited RN nursing program Valid Registered Nursing License Minimum of 1 year of Registered Nursing experience; Basic computer skills. Excellent communication skills. Strong work ethics and accountability.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Current BLS
  • ACLS certification
  • Scrubbing experience
  • Orthopedic experience a plus

Additional Information

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers nursing care for patients within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas and adheres to institutional policies, procedures and standards. The RN is responsible to adhere to the standard of care defined by UAMS, ANA, and Standards for specialty patient population with support and mentoring by other team members. Collects and documents assessment data.

Develops a Plan of Care (POC) per standard. Implements POC including medical order and interdisciplinary approach. Evaluates the progress of patient toward attainment of desired outcomes.

Provides effective patient/family education/discharge planning. Administers medication per standard including drug information to patients/families. Acts as a resource/supports others.

Delivers patient care using the principles of the defined nursing modality. Delegates care based on UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, specific job description and individual level of education and training. Contributes to a positive work environment that is conducive to clinical education while serving as a resource for student nurses and staff.

With any other duties assigned.

Salary Information

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Pre-employment Screening

Requirements

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

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.

Constant Physical Activity

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Frequent Physical Activity

Balancing, Feeling, Grasping, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity

Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling, Sitting, Stooping

Benefits Eligible

Yes

What's around it?

In Little Rock, AR

Little Rock, ARFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 11% below the US average

Median rent
$1,106/mo
Household income
$63,003/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Little Rock, AR

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