RN Jobs in Little Rock, AR

Registered Nurses (RN) play a pivotal role in the nursing industry, providing critical care and support to patients across a variety of healthcare settings. These professionals are responsible for assessing patient conditions, recording medical histories, administering treatments, performing diagnostic tests, and educating patients on their illnesses or injuries. RNs are also essential in implementing and evaluating patient care plans, communicating with healthcare teams, and advocating for patient rights. They may specialize in various areas such as critical care, pediatrics, or geriatrics.

Before becoming a RN, a person may have roles such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or a Medical Assistant (MA). These positions provide valuable experience and insight into the nursing profession. To become a RN, individuals must earn a diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in nursing. They must then pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) to become licensed. Additional certifications and skills RNs should have include Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Critical thinking, communication, empathy, and attention to detail are also vital skills for this role.

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Travel PICU RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 3 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 3 days ago

Qualifications: ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification CCRN certification Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position Summary: The PICU Registered Nurse provides advanced specialized...

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Registered Nurse (RN) Medical-Surgical

  • Saline Health System
  • Benton, AR (24 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 8 days ago
  • Benton, AR (24 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 8 days ago

As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier....

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Registered Nurse

  • CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs Rehabilitation Hospital, a partner of Encompass Health
  • Roland, AR (21 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roland, AR (21 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 30+ days ago

Encompass Health offers a transformative journey where your expertise as a Registered Nurse becomes an integral part of patients' recoveries....

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Registered Nurses (RN) - up to $50/hr

  • Shiftkey, LLC
  • Conway, AR (22 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Conway, AR (22 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 3 days ago

ShiftKey enables independent Registered Nurses like you to bid on per diem RN shifts posted by a vast network of Healthcare Facilitiesall based on criteria you select....

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ICU - Cvicu RN

  • Little Rock, AR
  • moments ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • moments ago

Description: As a CVICU RN, you'll provide care to patients with life-threatening heart conditions....

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RN- Adult Psychiatrics

  • Conway Regional Health System
  • Conway, AR (22 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Conway, AR (22 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 13 hours ago

The Adult Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) will assume responsibility and accountability for the care of adult psychiatric patients with mental health diagnoses....

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Clinic Nurse RN-Sherwood Family Med Ctr

  • Baptist Health
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 15 hours ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 15 hours ago

Department: Sherwood Family Med Ctr Shift: Day Working Hours: 8-5 Summary: The Registered Nurse is responsible for patient preparation, assisting the physician with medical procedures and minor surgeries...

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Neonatal RN Specialty

  • Baptist Health
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 15 hours ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 15 hours ago

Other information: A new RN graduate from an accredited nursing program or Registered Nurse in good standing, and licensed to practice in the state of Arkansas. BSN preferred....

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Call Center Nurse RN

  • United Health Group
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 17 hours ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 17 hours ago

Overview : The RN Assessor performs field-based, non-clinical functional assessments on Medicaid beneficiaries. This is a traveling position....

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Emergency Department - Travel Registered Nurse

  • Trusted Health
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 17 hours ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 17 hours ago

Trusted is seeking an experienced nurse for this exciting travel nursing assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel nursing experience by enabling nurses to apply directly to jobs without the...

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Registered Nurse

  • State of Arkansas
  • Conway, AR (22 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Conway, AR (22 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 18 hours ago

Minimum Qualifications Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Arkansas....

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Registered Nurse Supervisor/Expert

  • State of Arkansas
  • Conway, AR (22 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Conway, AR (22 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 18 hours ago

Minimum Qualifications Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Arkansas. Minimum of five years of clinical nursing experience, including supervisory experience....

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Registered Nurse (RN) Women's Clinic

  • LifePoint Hospitals
  • Benton, AR (24 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Benton, AR (24 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 1 day ago

How you'll contribute A Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role: Performs duties as assigned and requested....

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Outpatient Registered Nurse - RN

  • Fresenius Medical Care
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP)....

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Dialysis Nurse Educator

  • Dialysis Clinic
  • North Little Rock, AR (10 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Little Rock, AR (10 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 1 day ago

diploma) Two years' dialysis experience required, with six months' experience as a charge nurse preferred Current NY Registered Nurse license Current CPR/AED certification DCI's Differentiator: Since...

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Salary for RN Jobs in Little Rock, AR

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for RN positions.



Highest Education Level

RNs in Little Rock, AR offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.4%
Associate's Degree
24.1%
Master's Degree
16.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
High School or GED
6.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by RNs in Little Rock, AR
1-2 years
34.5%
None
19.4%
Less than 1 year
18.4%
4-6 years
13.4%
6-8 years
12.9%
2-4 years
1.4%


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