Adult-Gerontology APRN (Northwest, AR)

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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.

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.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Nursing - Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP)
• Current licensure as an APRN in the state of Arkansas.
• Two (2) years' RN experience.
• One (1) year of Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP) experience.
• Prescriptive authority and DEA license must be obtained after hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in Nursing with certification as an Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner.
• Two (2) years of Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP) experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficiency in landscaping and groundskeeping techniques.
• Strong clinical skills in assessing, diagnosing, and managing acute and chronic conditions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient education and team collaboration.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and documentation.
• Commitment to delivering patient-centered care and promoting health equity.
• Experience in outpatient or primary care settings.

Additional Information:

Key Responsibilities:

• Augmentation - The APN will extend the patient care and administrative services of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences physicians.
• Consummate Professional - The APN will be expected to provide comprehensive health assessments, determine diagnoses, implement treatment plans, prescribe medical treatments, and manage health issues for patients in collaboration with the designated physician(s).
• Collaborator - The APN will work autonomously, as well as in collaboration with a variety of individuals to diagnose and manage patients' health care problems; and will serve as a health care resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate.
• Coordination - The APRN will also coordinate the multidisciplinary care of patients, facilitating all necessary consults, assuring that care is timely and appropriate.
• May perform other duties that may be assigned to this position.

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

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.