RN-Charge Nurse (Ft. Smith, AR)

Summary of Job Duties

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team as a Charge Nurse at our Fort Smith Family Medical Center. As the Charge Nurse, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of the highest quality Patient and Family-Centered Care within the clinic. You will oversee the nursing and clinical team, manage the patient flow processes, and promote wellness, improved outcomes, and self-care among a defined patient population. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in providing support, education, and assistance to patients who have chronic conditions, helping them prevent and maintain their health. As the Charge Nurse the individual will work with the CSM in the daily operations and supervision of the clinic and staff.

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 one (1) year Registered Nursing experience. Will consider RN with two (2) years of LPN clinical experience.
• Charge RN or Leadership experience.
• Clinic or Ambulatory Setting experience.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• The ability to work independently and maintain high-quality care, and the application of policies will be required.
• Good communication skills (written and oral).
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Leadership and collaborative skills.
• Strong patient advocacy and patient education skills.
• Strong organizational skills and computer knowledge.
• Professional and courteous telephone etiquette.
• General knowledge of office machines, including printers, fax machines, and scanners.
• Understanding basic medical terminology is necessary.

Additional Information

Key Responsibilities:

• Aid with scheduling, payroll, staffing issues, communication between staff and providers, clinical/nursing staff education and training, policy compliance and maintaining quality measures.
• Triage, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care and patient education either by telephone or within the UAMS Clinic.
• 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.
• Coordinates care and/or follow-up for patients who receive care in inpatient and outpatient facilities.
• Implements patient care using an approach that is interdisciplinary and Patient and Family-Centered Care.
• Effectively collaborates and communicates with nursing staff at all levels, interdisciplinary teams, executive leaders, and other stakeholders.
• May perform other duties as assigned to support the mission of UAMS.

Salary Information

Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply

• License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions)
• Resume

Optional Documents

• List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
• Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions. All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS. Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

• Annual TB Screening
• Criminal Background Check
• Motor Vehicle Reports Check
• Substance Abuse Testing

Benefits Eligible

Yes