RN PRN - Kids First - Morrilton, AR

Summary of Job Duties

The Registered Nurse (PRN) provides clinical nursing care for children enrolled in local KIDS FIRST clinics. Acts as a clinical resource for clinic staff.

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 2 years of Registered Nursing experience or 2 years of clinical nursing experience
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Excellent communication skills. Basic computer skills. Strong work ethics and accountability
• Preferred Qualifications: BSN or MSN with three (3) or more years of nursing experience. Pediatric Care experience. Current BLS

Responsibilities

• Implements the nursing process to manage patient care problems of a complex and changing nature as demonstrated by documentation and observation
• Assumes accountability and responsibility for all aspects of care for the assigned group of patients, with respect for developmental level and age-specific issues
• Administers medications and treatments and performs procedures according to UAMS and KIDS FIRST policies
• Evaluates children to identify signs of illness or injury and intervenes appropriately
• Maintains current and accurate records and ensures confidentiality
• Teaching/learning needs of patients and families are identified, addressed, and documented
• Acts as a resource for staff in the areas of health, safety, and infection control
• Assumes responsibility for acquiring knowledge and experience to meet professional goals
• Develops and maintains close working relationships with the clinic director, the Medical Director, nursing managers, the clinic nurse, and other team members
• Actively works with contacts to coordinate care and promote referrals to the program
• Collaborates with KIDS FIRST staff, PCPs, UAMS resources, and others to implement and revise plan of care as needed
• Provides employment documentation such as annual TB screening, CPR /nursing license renewal verification, etc., promptly
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Information

• Salary Information: $38.00/hour
• Required Documents to Apply: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Proof of Veteran Status, Resume
• Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Contact Information

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

• Adult Maltreatment
• Child Maltreatment
• Criminal Background Check
• FBI Background Check
• Sex Offender Registry