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Closing Date:

02/11/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Nursing

Job Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)Day Shift (United States of America)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.

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Department:

ICE | CASL CA Head-Neck Clinic

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

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. This RN will float between our clinics within the Cancer Institute.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, Associate’s Degree, or Diploma RN, with Major: Registered Nurse.

• Minimum of one (1) year of RN experience

• Valid Registered Nursing License

• Current BLS

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Provides direct patient care including assessment, triage, and initial evaluation of surgical patients in clinic and peri-procedure settings.

• Collects and documents patient assessment data (vital signs, history, symptoms) according to UAMS nursing standards.

• Develops and implements individualized Plans of Care (POC) based on assessment findings, clinician directives, and patient needs.

• Administers medications and treatments per physician orders and in compliance with the Arkansas Nurse Practice Act and institutional policies.

• Coordinates patient care and follow-up with physicians, surgeons, specialists, and other clinical staff to ensure seamless care transitions.

• Monitors and evaluates patient progress toward health and recovery goals, modifying care plans as needed.

• Provides pre-operative and post-operative education including surgical prep instructions, wound care, pain management, and activity restrictions.

• Offers disease and procedure-specific education tailored to head and neck surgical patients (e.g., tracheostomy care, flap monitoring, swallowing function support).

• Supports patients and families in understanding care plans and self-management after clinic appointments or minor procedures.

• Works collaboratively with providers (surgeons, nurse practitioners, surgical techs), clinic staff, and interdisciplinary teams.

• Communicates care delivered through accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).

• Reports care variances, safety concerns, and patient status changes through appropriate channels.

• Assists with clinic workflows including patient intake, coordinating appointments, and scheduling follow-ups or diagnostic tests.

• Participates in maintaining clinic standards and evidence-based practices, helping refine processes aligned with UAMS nursing standards and ANA guidelines.

• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] 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, 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:

Crouching, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Crouching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Stooping

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

No