RN-TOSH Pre-op/PACU
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Summary
The Orthopaedic and Spine Hospital (TOSH) at UAMS is a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care. Preop and PACU nurses are integral team members dedicated to patient safety, collaboration, communication, and evidence-based practice.
Job description
Summary of Job Duties
The Orthopaedic and Spine Hospital (TOSH) at UAMS is a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care. Preop and PACU nurses are integral team members dedicated to patient safety, collaboration, communication, and evidence-based practice.
The Registered Nurse (RN) will provide direct patient care, coordinate care for patients, triage patients, and work collaboratively with clinic providers, fellows, and staff. The RN will work with patients, families, and providers to develop and implement individual health plans.
Responsibilities
- Delivers nursing care within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas and adheres to institutional policies, procedures, and standards
- Collects and documents assessment data
- Develops a Plan of Care (POC) per standard
- Implements POC including medical orders and interdisciplinary approach
- Evaluates patient progress toward desired outcomes
- Provides effective patient/family education and discharge planning
- Administers medication per standard including drug information to patients/families
- Acts as a resource and supports others
- Delegates care based on TOSH-UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, and individual level of education and training
- Contributes to a positive work environment conducive to clinical education and serves as a resource for student nurses and staff
- Interacts with and assists the public in a professional and friendly manner
- Demonstrates effective communication and maintains strict confidentiality when necessary
- Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management, and ancillary departments
- Follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Associate's degree in Nursing, Diploma RN, or Master's degree in Nursing
- Graduate of an accredited RN nursing program
- Valid Registered Nursing License
- Minimum of 1 year of Registered Nursing experience
- Basic computer skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong work ethics and accountability
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Holiday, Vacation & Sick Leave
- Education discount
- 401(k) Matching
- Basic Life Insurance
- Career Training
- Merchant Discounts
- 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.