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Closing Date:

10/06/2024

Type of Position:

Instructional Development

Job Type:

RegularNo

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:

ICHI | Community Programs 2

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Nurse Educator will work within the identified Family Medicine Clinic to implement and promote the benefits and value of an Evidence-Based program to maintain a Patient and Family Centered Care approach. Develops a clinical strategy for Well Child Checks 0-5 years pre-visit planning and coordinates the transition of care for pediatric patients. Oversees Community Health Worker’s call encounters to direct patient follow-up care. Effectively collaborates with nursing staff at all levels and participates with the clinic’s complex care team to ensure children who are high-priority beneficiaries receive optimal care—bilingual preferred (Spanish, Marshallese). The nurse Educator will support the Family Medicine Residency by providing pediatric/Prenatal knowledge and skills through daily clinical encounters and participating in residency and nursing learning activities.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with an associate degree or Nursing Diploma with seven (7) years of experience as an educator/instructor or RN experience OR Bachelor in Nursing and RN License plus five (5) years of experience as an educator/instructor or RN experience.
• Valid Arkansas Registered Nursing License.
• Current BLS certification or must successfully obtain certification within the first 30-days of employment. Valid AR Driver's License
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends as needed

Additional Information:

Key Responsibilities:

Promotes Screenings, Early Identification, and Clinical Navigation for Children Prenatal-5:

• Become a high-quality Early Childhood Development (ECD) specialist to ensure pediatric/Prenatal E-B practices are followed by clinical staff.
• Utilize clinical expertise in wellness developmental stages and health risk stratification to guide care management for pediatrics/prenatal patients.
• Directly supervises a Community Health Worker who provides clinical navigation, home visiting, and health education related to early childhood development under the supervision of the Program Implementation Director.
• Work cooperatively as a Family Medicine Clinic team member to ensure project initiatives and goals are met and promote health equity.
• Partners with the clinic team to coordinate and support overall health and wellness for pediatric clients and families.
• Ensures pediatric clients' screenings, assessments, and treatment planning are conducted according to chronological and developmental age.
• Coordinate referrals, support services, and treatment pathways for pediatric patients and their families.
• Submit timely and accurate documentation of services, billing data, and required paperwork.
• Support continuous quality improvement within clinics.
• Provide training and continuing education opportunities for the clinic and community on early childhood healthy development.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.
• Attend all clinic and project meetings and trainings as required.
• Exhibits competency with technical skills and EHR documentation.
• Exhibits professionalism by maintaining a positive working relationship with patients, providers, and employees.

Develops and manages relationships with program participants and community stakeholders.

• Coordinates communication with community stakeholders.
• Supports clinic’s Patient Family Advisory Council by fostering P-5 Family Voices participation.
• Responsible for relationship building and management with external partners.
• Frequently tracks and reports on program deliverables through effective utilization of program management software.
• Identifies barriers and utilizes good problem-solving skills to address issues that arise regarding participant relationships, ensuring all program objectives are met, and data collection processes and procedures are followed.

Inform program and support clinic decisions as related to culturally adapting services to the community.

May perform other duties as assigned

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

ResumeCover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status

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

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:

Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Driving, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing

Benefits Eligible:

Yes