RN PRN - Little Rock, United States - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Description

Summary of Job Duties

:The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Psychiatric Research Institute (PRI) consistently provides effective direct care to a variety of patients, will work as part of the interdisciplinary team, based on licensure, title and competencies. The RN seeks, as well as provides, feedback for improved clinical practice. The RN integrates theory and research into clinical practice. The RN provides leadership to members of the nursing team in order to maintain patient care standards. The RN works under the direct supervision of the Clinical Services Manager (CSM). Promotion is based on years of experience, satisfactory performance appraisals and recommendation by manager.

Employee must successfully complete a UAMS-sponsored conflict management training to identify, prevent, and mitigate disruptive behaviors using methods such as non-escalation, de-escalation, personal protection from physical assaults, and physical alternatives within six months of hire.

PRI Inpatient Units include the General Adult Inpatient Unit, the Women's Unit, the Child Diagnostic Unit, the off-campus Pulaski County Regional Crisis Stabilization Unit, and the Interventional Hospital-Based Clinic.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an Associate's Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, or Master's Degree in Nursing

Minimum One (1) year of Registered Nurse experience

Current and valid Registered Nurse License in the State of Arkansas

Excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, strong work ethic, and accountability

Preferred Qualifications:

Two (2) or more years of Registered Nurse experience

Current BLS

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience