RN - NICU

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Closing Date: 09/04/2026 Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Nursing Job Type: Regular Work Shift:

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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

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Summary of Job Duties: The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct patient care to assigned patients in our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (F5/H5). This is a 64 bed NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) with single-room design providing care for early high-risk, low birth weight infants as well as acutely ill full-term newborns. NICU is a Level IIIB Nursery and provides 24/7 physician and nursing care to serve the citizens of the State of Arkansas. High level developmental and technological care is combined with the specialized neonatal expertise of our health care team. The dedication of our NICU team allows us to provide patient- and family-centered care through Comfort, Hope and Healing to each infant and their family. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: • Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with associate degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelors in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing. • Valid RN License • 1 year of Registered nursing experience • Excellent communication skills • Basic computer skills • Strong work ethics and accountability.

Preferred Qualifications: • 2 or more years of Registered nursing experience with current BLS. • NICU experience

Additional Information: Key Responsibilities: • Delivers nursing care according to the standard of care defined by UAMS, ANA and Standards for specialty patient population with support and mentoring by other team members. • Collects and documents assessment data • Develops a Plan of Care (POC) per standard • Implements POC including medical order and interdisciplinary approach • Evaluates the progress of patient toward attainment of desired outcomes • Provides effective patient/family education/discharge planning • Administers medication per standard including drug information to patients/families • Acts as a resource/supports others; Delivers patient care using the principles of the defined nursing modality • Delegates care based on UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, specific job description and individual level of education and training • Contributes to a positive work environment that is conducive to clinical education while serving as a resource for student nurses and staff. • Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Stand: Frequently Sit: Frequently Walk: Occasionally Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Frequently Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs Push and pull weight: 25 lbs Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently Talk: Continuously Hear: Continuously Taste or smell: Occasionally Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously

Salary Information: "Commensurate with education and experience" Required Documents to Apply: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu  for any r

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