Clinical Specialist - Labor & Delivery
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Summary
The Clinical Specialist (CS) is a licensed nurse who functions within the three spheres of influence: patient, nurse, and system. The CS must possess advanced knowledge of nursing practice and the ability to apply standards within the practice area.
Job description
Summary of Job Duties
The Clinical Specialist (CS) is a licensed nurse who functions within the three spheres of influence: patient, nurse, and system. The CS must possess advanced knowledge of nursing practice and the ability to apply standards within the practice area.
Job Requirements
The Clinical Specialist functions independently to provide theory and evidence-based knowledge that shapes the practice and core competencies for the unit nursing and patient care staff. The Clinical Specialist provides area leadership in collaboration with the administrative leaders, focusing on orientation, professional development, skills/competency validation, evidence-based practice, shared governance, regulatory compliance, nurse sensitive quality indicators, and performance improvement. The Clinical Specialist collaborates with the multidisciplinary team and functions in the healthcare system as a leader, consultant, and change agent and, therefore, must possess strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Unit Description
UAMS Labor & Delivery consists of 14 LDR rooms, four triage observational beds, two operating rooms suites, a three-bed recovery room area, and two state of the art Neonatal Stabilization rooms used to stabilize acutely ill neonates with specially trained staff from the Intensive Care Nursery. The unit provides high-risk obstetrical care for patients from across the state.
Requirements
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN)
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Four (4)+ years of clinical experience
- At least two (2) years of experience in the specialty area
- Two (2)+ years of experience in a leadership role
- Master's degree in nursing (MSN) preferred
- Experience in an academic medical setting preferred
- National Nursing Certification in the specialty area preferred
- Must be fitted for and capable of donning PPE including N95 masks, PAPR, or CAPR
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Holiday, Vacation & Sick Leave
- Education discount
- Retirement plan up to 10% match
- Basic Life Insurance
- Career Training
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery
Company overview
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is Arkansas' only comprehensive academic health sciences university and the state's largest public employer. Founded in 1879 by eight physicians, UAMS has evolved into a statewide health system encompassing six colleges: Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Health Professions, Public Health, and Graduate School. As a premier academic medical center, UAMS combines education, research, and clinical care through its UAMS Medical Center, which serves as Arkansas' only adult Level 1 trauma center and the state's sole provider of adult kidney, liver, and pancreas transplants. The institution operates with a $1.3 billion budget and generates over $100 million in annual research funding, maintaining internationally recognized programs in multiple myeloma, aging, and other specialized areas. UAMS supports over 3,000 students, 900 medical residents and fellows, and maintains affiliations with Arkansas Children's Hospital and the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System. With eight regional campuses across Arkansas, UAMS provides extensive community outreach and telehealth services, ensuring healthcare access throughout the state while contributing approximately $3.92 billion annually to Arkansas' economy.