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Type of Position:
Nursing (Non-Classified)

Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

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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Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
 

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Department:
COM | IDHI Nursing

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
The Registered Nurse (RN) performs telephonic patient triage using decision-making software, assists with patient consults and transports, uses videoconferencing equipment for telemedicine operations. The RN practices within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas and adheres to institutional policies, procedures and standards.
This is the full time Fri, Sat, Sun 11-11

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with associate degree or Nursing Diploma, Bachelors in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing

Valid RN License

Minimum of 1 year of Registered Nursing experience,

Excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, strong work ethics and accountability.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications

Education, general: Bachelors in Nursing or Master's in Nursing.  

Experience, length in years and kind: Preferred Experience: Critical Care, ED experience, Phone Triage, Hospital Transfer, Case Coordination, Telephone etiquette, Labor and Delivery or High Risk antepartum service.

Additional Information:

Maintenance and Improvement of Quality Services

• Provides telephone or interactive conferenced patient triage to specific patient populations and any follow-up calls, emails, EMR documentation
• Provides clinical review to callers requesting inbound patient transports, connects to the appropriate UAMS physician, records clinical interaction during report and provides administrative backup for patient acceptance, including follow-up calls and e-mails for preregistration, ADON/facility notifications and access team coordination and arranges for nurse-to-nurse report at time of transport.
• Assists with care via videoconferencing of stroke patients who are contracted with ARSAVES and works with video support to arrange video connection of site locations, the stroke neurologist and UAMS, then assists with arranging patient transport and follow-ups as required.
• Assists with management of the Trauma Image Repository as needed
• Assists in identifying and tracking all calls to the Call Center and data on referrals and case managed patients.
• Provides support to research activities related to the IDHI Call Center programs.
• Promotes positive interaction and facilitates communication between the consultation center, UAMS, and physicians statewide and their offices who utilize the services of the consultation center
• Provides requested reports to appropriate personnel, analyzes and identifies critical factors of patient care to facilitate enhancement of the quality and efficiency of the consultation center.
• Other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Department and Project Management

• Determines then applies any technical knowledge, skills, and experience to complete assigned tasks.
• Assists manager in planning measurable goals and objectives as guidelines for performance.
• Completes responsibilities in a timely manner through effective organization, setting priorities, delegation, and time management skills

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Leadership

• Serves as a role model and mentor by consistently demonstrating professionalism.
• Facilitates changes to improve the Call Center through effective communication, collaboration, and interdisciplinary problem solving.
• Participates in recruitment and retention of staff.
• Participates as a team member supporting staff in the performance of their duties.

Human Resources Management

• Orients new employees and documents orientation of each new employee coordinating with personnel and adhering to UAMS policy.
• Implements good judgment by communicating with coworkers in a fair, consistent, objective, and professional manner
• Demonstrates ability to identifying and report Call Center procedures that are found to not be cost effective to the Call Center Manager.

Fiscal Management and Resource Utilization

• Assists Manager in the demonstration of cost conscious awareness and effectively utilizes staff, space, and supplies within budgetary restraints.

Problem Solving/Accountability/Independence

• Exhibits the ability to multitask, perform and execute solutions to complex and occasional emergent situations, to assure functioning of call center and its mission to promote quality patient care and assure excellent service to referral providers.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, Letters of Recommendation, License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of five Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

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, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:
Sitting, Standing, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:
Lifting

Benefits Eligible:
Yes