RN Part Time - Main Preop
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Little Rock, Arkansas
You'll give patients with chronic conditions support, education and help managing their disease and health.
Posted Oct 12 · 1 year of experience
- Shift and hours
- Shifts vary Shift Vary (United States of America)
- Unit and setting
- ICE | PeriopSvc Main Pre-Op · Clinic patients with chronic conditions
- License
- RN licenseValid RN license
- Term
- Permanent RN Part Time - Main PreopPart time
Do you qualify?
- License
- Valid RN license Valid RN License
- Education
- Nursing degree or diploma from an accredited program Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with an Associate's Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelor's in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing
- Experience
- 1 year of registered nursing experience Minimum of 1 year of Registered Nursing experience
- Also asks
- Annual TB screen, criminal background check and substance abuse testing Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing
- Also asks
- Proof of legal authority to work in the US on day one Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
Preferred
- Experience
- 1-2 years of experience preferred 1-2 years of experience
- Experience
- ICU, ED or PACU experience ICU/ED/PACU experience
What it pays
- Pay reviews
- Pay is set by your education and experience. Commensurate with education and experience
Benefits
- BenefitsMedical, dental and vision plans for qualifying staff and familyHealth: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- BenefitsHoliday, vacation and sick leaveHoliday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- BenefitsEducation discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- BenefitsRetirement match of up to 10% from UAMSRetirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- BenefitsBasic life insurance up to $50,000Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- BenefitsCareer training and educational opportunitiesCareer Training and Educational Opportunities
More benefits (4)
- BenefitsMerchant discountsMerchant Discounts
- BenefitsConcierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacyConcierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
- Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- Retirement: up to 10% matched contribution
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- prescription refill requests Coordinate prescription refill requests and patient education in collaboration with physician staff.
- Day to day
- individual health plans built with patients and their families Will work with the individual patient, their families, and providers of care to develop and implement individual health plans and provide support to the patient in self-management.
- Day to day
- follow-up care for outpatient patients Coordinate care and/or follow-up for patients who receive care in outpatient facilities.
- Day to day
- medication administration Administers medication following department/unit standards and the Nurse Practice Act.
- Day to day
- patient and family teaching and discharge planning Provides effective patient/family education/discharge planning.
- Hours stated
- Shift Vary (United States of America)
- Details
- No visa sponsorship Sponsorship Available: No
- Details
- Constant standing, talking and walking; frequent keyboarding and repetitive motion Constant Physical Activity: Standing, Talking, Walking
The workplace
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Original listing
Posted on University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences’ careers page.
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Closing Date
11/12/2026
Type of Position
Clinical Staff - Nursing
Job Type
Regular
Work Shift
Shift Vary (United States of America)
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.
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Department
ICE | PeriopSvc Main Pre-Op
Department's Website
Summary of Job
Duties
The Registered Nurse will promote wellness, improve outcomes, and support self-care within a defined population of patients. The RN will provide patients who have chronic conditions the support, education, and assistance in the prevention and/or maintenance of their disease and/or health and wellness state. Will work with the individual patient, their families, and providers of care to develop and implement individual health plans and provide support to the patient in self-management.
Coordinate care and/or follow-up for patients who receive care in outpatient facilities. Coordinate prescription refill requests and patient education in collaboration with physician staff. Commitment to patient outcomes results in high levels of performance despite workload changes.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with an Associate's Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelor's in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing Valid RN License Minimum of 1 year of Registered Nursing experience
Preferred Qualifications
ICU/ED/PACU experience 1-2 years of experience
Qualifications Equivalencies
Additional Information
Responsibilities
Collects and documents assessment data from patients and/or others per UAMS standards. Develops the patient's Plan of Care (POC) per department/unit standards utilizing assessment data. Evaluates the progress of patients toward attainment of desired outcomes.
Administers medication following department/unit standards and the Nurse Practice Act. Verifies and evaluates care delivered to ensure it is consistent with patient- and family-centered care principles, practice standards, and regulatory requirements. Supports the integration of current evidence into nursing practices.
Promotes an environment conducive to positive educational experience for all students and staff. Provides effective patient/family education/discharge planning. Effectively collaborates and communicates with nursing staff at all levels, interdisciplinary teams, executive leaders, and other stakeholders.
Communicates care appropriately through documentation in the medical record. Reports variances in care/ systems/ processes through the appropriate means. Participates in recruitment/retention of staff.
Facilitates development and implementation of nursing practice standards that are evidence-based and in compliance with ANA standards. May perform other duties as 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, 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
Standing, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Repetitive Motion
Occasional Physical Activity
Crouching, Grasping, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Stooping
Benefits Eligible
Yes
What's around it?
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