Nursing Jobs in Arkansas

Job Title: Nursing Director of ICU and Telemetry (Full-time) / Intensive Care Unit Company: Mercy Health Systems of Northwest Arkansas Location: Rogers, AR Description: Vacancy Description: JOB SUMMARY Assures the delivery of safe, quality and cost efficient care by competent staff members on designated unit(s). Insures efficient utilization of available resources and meets productivity and/or financial goals. Meets customer satisfaction goals. Works collaboratively and effectively with other administrative personnel, physicians, and staff from other areas throughout the Health System to enhance communication, share pertinent data, and improve processes across the continuum. Performs related duties as assigned. Member of Nursing Council, Patient Satisfaction Committee, Pain Management and Medical Safety. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 1 Assures the availability of patient care personnel competent to meet patient care requirements. Participates in patient care when needed. 2 Problem solves and performs follow-up activities to respond to and resolve complex situations that arise with: a. Patients/significant others b. Physicians c. Management staff in nursing and other departments as appropriate d. Other healthcare facilities e. Community resources 3 Develops, implements, and maintains patient care delivery system to assure the provision of quality patient care by the appropriate mix of licensed and non-licensed staff members. Continually evaluates the effectiveness and efficiency of patient care delivery. 4 Participates in unit-based and system-wide quality improvement activities. Participates in professional and educational activities. 5 Performs analysis of patient requirements for care, and of staff ability to meet patient care needs at least annually. Fosters staff development by assuring that needed skills are obtained. 6 Develops and maintains effective working relationships with administrative personnel, physicians & other Health System staff members; with patient and significant others. 7 Communicates effectively with Health System personnel to share pertinent data, improve patient care processes, and improve the quality of care delivered. 8 Supports policies and procedures; participates in writing, reviewing, and/or revising as needed. 9 Observes universal precautions consistently. Wears proper protective equipment when appropriate. Job Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM REQUIRED Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. ADN required. Licensure: Current RN licensure with Arkansas Board of Nursing or current RN Arkansas temporary license. Experience: Five years experience in a hospital setting. Previous management/leadership experience is required. Certification/Registration: CPR, ACLS Other skills & knowledge: (skills, knowledge, abilities) Demonstrates skills in human relations and communication, both written and verbal. Demonstrates clinical expertise in patient care delivery. Possesses the ability to assess data and assist personnel in providing appropriate level of care. Performs responsibilities while fulfilling the Philosophy of MHS in providing care to those served. Makes decisions and determines actions using our Core Values/Mercy Service Standards as a guide. QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED Education: BSN Preferred. MERCY LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES 1. Ministry Commitment: Demonstrates and expresses an understanding of and a commitment to the mission and values of the Sisters of Mercy and the healing ministry of Jesus. 2. Service Leadership: Accepts responsibility for exceptional personal service, safety and quality and has an effective presence within the community served. 3. Collaborative Thinking: Balances local responsibilities with support for local and Mercy-wide initiatives to demonstrate commitment as a leader in a progressive health system. 4. Teamwork: Facilitates exceptional performance through teamwork. 5. Continuous Learning: Maintains professional competence to further develop talents, gifts and field of expertise for self and for those with whom we serve. Mercy Leaders are expected to develop and exhibit Mercy Leadership Competencies which are the skills, behaviors and attitudes required to positively impact our healing ministry and to serve in leadership. 6. Right Relationships: Models hospitality, compassion and right relationships with others. 7. Accountability: Demonstrates accountability through achievement of goals. Requisition Number: 59766MCC Position Code: Register to View HOW TO APPLY: Mercy Health Systems of Northwest Arkansas Click Here to Apply On-Line   See all jobs in ROGERS AR

Job Title: LPNs-need 4! Company: Location: Little Rock, AR Description: Specialty Clinics Only!! Monday thru Friday, Days!! Great Groups, Doctors and Benefits!!! Hiring NOW!!! Never a Fee to You! The Employment Experts, Inc Register to View email resume or fax to Register to View

Job Title: RN (Registered Nurse)-Dialysis-NWA (T,Th,S, 10:00-20:00) / DCNA - Dialysis - North Hills Company: Washington Regional Location: Fayetteville, AR Description: Shift Details: 1000 - 2000 Degree Required: R.N. Job ID: Register to View .02140 Years Experience: unspecified Note: Please read the complete description below before applying for this job. Complete Description Responsible for providing direction for the care of dialysis patients. Assists with competency assessment of licensed practical nurses and techs. Majority of work time is spent standing and/or walking (up to 80% of the time.) Frequent lifting of items weighing approximately 20 lb. is required ( up to 60% of work time.) Heavy transferring, pushing and pulling of patients weighing up to 200 lb. is occasionally required (up to 20% of work time.) This position is exposed to body fluids, chemicals and communicable diseases common to a clinical dialysis setting. Qualifications Graduation from an accredited registered nursing program. Good interpersonal skills required to interact effectively with patients, physicians, hospital personnel and families. Previous clinical nursing experience of at least one year to be able to work independently in the dialysis setting. Schedule includes every 3rd Saturday (10 hr shift) How To Apply: Click on the "Apply" button below to apply online: Washington Regional   See all jobs in FAYETTEVILLE AR

Job Title: Patient Care Technician Company: Community Health Systems Location: Johnson, AR Description: Title: PCA/ Patient Care Technician FT- Nursery Willow Creek Location: AR-Johnson (Springdale region) The Patient Care assistant performs routine duties within the limits of training and certification in caring for the hospitalized patient. The care is rendered under the supervision of a Doctor. Performs other duties related to the work described herein. Education: * High School Graduate or hold a GED certificate * Completed an approved nursing assistant course Certfications / Licenses: * Current state Certified Nurse Assistant license * Maintain Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) Certification preferred

Job Title: CV ICU-Nurse Extern Tier II Company: Washington Regional Medical Center Location: Fayetteville, AR Description: POSITION SUMMARY (include other positions that report to this position) This position is responsible for coordinating the care of assigned patients including assessment, implementation, and documentation under the supervision of the RN. The LPN is responsible for delegating to and supervising the job classes of: Student Nurse Tech, Nursing Assistant, and Unit Secretary. The LPN assists in the orientation of new staff and clinical supervision of nursing students. This position has exposure to body fluids, radiation and communicable disease. The majority of work time is spent standing and/or walking of short distances, with frequent pulling and pushing and lifting of up to 100 lbs, and carrying of up to 25 lbs. The patient populations served include: adolescents, adults, and geriatrics, with the majority of patients being adults and geriatrics.LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED Arkansas LPN license, CPRDESCRIBE THE SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL AND SKILL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITIONGraduate of an accredited practical nursing program with Arkansas license as an LPN. Completion of CPR is required. Basic dysrthymia course is recommended but not required. ACLS is recommended, but not required.

Job Title: Quality Improvement Analyst (RN (Registered Nurse)) (Part-time) / Quality Resource Management Company: Mercy Health Systems of Northwest Arkansas Location: Rogers, AR Description: Vacancy Description: JOB SUMMARY Expert clinician and collaborator who abstracts specific data elements for cardovascular/thoracic; cardiology; trauma and neurology. Enters the abstracted data into STS and ACC software/collection format. This position works collaboratively with other health care providers as needed to coordinate and meet all deadlines of data abstraction and report production. The nurse will also be required to present data reports to various medical staff committee's and provide an interpretation of the report as needed. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 1 Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide and communicate information regarding cardiovascular; cardiology; trauma; and neurological quality measures. These measure include state and national quality measures as outlined by CMS, TJC, STS, ACC, AFMC and other healthcare quality organizations. Actively seeks up-to -date information and resources related to national hospital quality measures to ensure promotion of compliance with best practice guidelines in cardiology, CV surgery, trauma, and neurology. 2 Completes timely and accurate data abstraction and meets all data submission dates. Stays current on all benchmarking resources, and best practice related to the measures. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide meaningful statistical reports on quality measure data. Identifies trends in non-compliance with measures and follows up with Performance Management Director and quality committees to improve performance. 3 Performs concurrent review of patient records identified with diagnosis involving measures of quality and follows up with physicians and co-workers when gaps in compliance are identified. Maintains own current knowledge within the specialty area with strong working knowledge of assigned protocols and associated processes and physician practice patterns. Facilitates compliance with Core Measures that are aligned with CV surgery. Participates in special projects Meets hospital and unit specific competencies. Perform other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM REQUIRED Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing;current licensure as a registered nurse in Arkansas; Associate Degree/BSN in nursing. Licensure: Arkansas licensure Experience: Minimum of 3 years experience in Cardiac Care in the hospital and or ambulatory setting. Certification/Registration: Other skills & knowledge: (skills, knowledge, abilities) Ability to use independent judgement and make sound decisions. Ability to perform critical analysis and plan and organize effectively; Excellent oral and written communication skills; Ability to produce reports using multi-media Ability to present data findings/ reports to medical staff committee's as needed. Requisition Number: 59694MCC Position Code: Register to View HOW TO APPLY: Mercy Health Systems of Northwest Arkansas Click Here to Apply On-Line   See all jobs in ROGERS AR

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse PRN - Wal-Mart Clinics Company: Community Health Systems Location: Springdale, AR Description: PRN to help fill in at the Wal-Mart and Care Express clinics. Responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation. Responsible for directing, coordinating all nursing care based on established clinical nursing practices. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes.

Job Title: NURSE CLINICIAN - WOUND HEALING Company: Duke Nursing Location: Fayetteville, AR Description: NURSE CLINICIAN - WOUND HEALING CENTERRequisition Number 400379416Auto req ID 29216BRLocation RaleighDuke Entity DUKE RALEIGH HOSPITALDepartment Name WOUND HEALING CENTERShift First/DayFull Time / Part Time FULL TIMEJob Description Occupational SummaryFull-time, Day position. Exempt status working 40 hrs/week.Will function as a Clinician in an Outpatient Wound Care Clinic within Duke Raleigh Hospital. Prior wound care experience needed. WCC or WOCN preferred.Independently plan and provide professional nursing care for patients in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures. Provide nursing services to patients and families inaccordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.Work PerformedPlan, provide, supervise and document professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process forpatients in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures. Use professional nursing judgement to individualize the plan of care based on assessment of the patient's baseline needs and response to care. Delegate tasks and supervises the activities of other licensed and unlicensed care providers. Assist other nursing personnel in thedelivery of nursing care and act as team leader or charge nurse for a group of patients or an entireunit as assigned. Monitor and initiate corrective action to maintain the environment of care including equipment and material resources. Participate in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate assistance or educational offerings. Act aspreceptor and supports the development of other staff and formal learners. Participate in the formalevaluation process of peers and other care providers. Participate in the identification of clinical oroperational performance improvement opportunities and in performance improvement activities. May participate in the interview process and make hiring recommendations.Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.Knowledge Skills and Abilities*Knowledge of scope of the registered nurse, licensed practical nurse and NCA*Knowledge of and appropriate application of the nursing process*Knowledge of professional theory, practice andprocedure*Ability to assess nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients and their families*Ableto independently seek out resources and work collaboratively*Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships*Able to communicate clearly with patients, families, visitors, healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership and others*Able to teach patients and families in accordance with the nursing plan of care*Able to use sensory and cognitive functions to process and prioritize information, treatment, and follow-up*Able to use fine motor skills*Competent in BLS and/or other specialized life support requirements designated by workarea*Able to record activities,document assessments, plan of care, interventions, evaluation and re-evaluation of patient status*Able to use computer and learn new software programs*Able to navigate the entity to provide clinicalcare for patients*Able to withstand prolonged standing and walkingwith the ability to move or lift at least fifty pounds*Able to remain focused and organized*Working knowledge of procedures andtechniques involved in administering routine and special treatments to patients*Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions*Working knowledge and completion ofappropriate JCAHO and other regulatory requirementsMinimum Qualifications EducationWork requires graduation from an accredited Bachelors of Science in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program. State of North Carolina licensure is also required.ExperienceWork requires no previous experience.Degrees, Licensures, CertificationsN/AIndex Monitor

Job Title: LPN / LVN Job Company: HCR ManorCare Location: Fayetteville, AR Description: HCR ManorCare provides a range of services, including skilled nursing care, assisted living, post-acute medical and rehabilitation care, hospice care, home health care and rehabilitation therapy.The LPN/LVN is responsible for the supervision of nursing personnel to deliver nursing care and within scope of practice coordinates care delivery, which will ensure that patient's needs are met in accordance with professional standards of practice through physician orders,center policies and procedures, and federal, state and local guidelines.In return for your expertise, you'll enjoy excellent training, industry-leading benefits and unlimited opportunities to learn and grow. Be a part of the team leading the nation in healthcare.One year prior nursing experience preferred.Currently licensed as LPN in state.ExpDate:528 - MCHS (Pinehurst), Pinehurst, NC

Job Title: RN Joint/Spine Academy Coordinator Company: Catholic Health Initiatives Location: Little Rock, AR Description: In accordance with our mission and core values, the Program Coordinator is responsible for the development of Joint Replacement and Spine Program. Responsibilities include Pre-op Post-op patient education, clinical management, discharge planning, marketing, outcomes, data collection and patient focused events. Provides leadership. Motivation and vision necessary to ensure continued business development, growth, profitability and provision of quality patient care.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSCommunicationWork effectively to communicate verbally and in writing, prepare written and/or oral reports.Serves as a positive role model for all aspects of customer relations.Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships with internal and external customers to include physicians.CoordinationPlans, develops and promotes new services in collaboration with the service line administrator.Recommends appropriate renovation or acquisition of needed facilities/equipment to meet customer needs and expectations.Coordinates with appropriate administration personnel to ensure the patient care centers plans and activities are aligned with those of SVHS.Program PromotionMarkets and promotes programs, specific preventative and outreach activities, and is responsible for the interface between SVHS, physicians and other customers.Serves as a liaison with physicians, seeking their input and direction in promoting and developing Care Center Programs and services.Serves as an administrative liaison for related medical staff committees.Initiates programs responding to patient and community education needs focused on clinical conditions, as well as wellness and prevention.LeadershipResponsible for the development and maintenance of a quality work force to meet the departments goals and customer service requirements.Acts as a catalyst for change and innovation; keeps personnel focused on long-term objectives while assuring current service delivery.Supports and facilitates the CQI process through employee teams, interdisciplinary teams, collection of appropriate quality and customer service data and the development of clinical paths and process improvement technology to increase efficiency and maximize outcomes.Demonstrated ability to manage teams, to use effective intervention strategies, to promote good team process and to guide teams toward achievement of desired outcomes.