RN - Psychiatric Research Institute Inpatient Units
Quick Summary
Collects and documents assessment data from patients and/or others per UAMS standard. Develops patient's Plan of Care (POC) per department/unit standards utilizing assessment data.
Minimum Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an Associate's Degree in Nursing, Nursing Diploma, Bachelor's Degree in Nursing,
Requirements
~1 min readMinimum Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an Associate's Degree in Nursing, Nursing Diploma, Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, or Master's Degree in Nursing
Minimum 1 year of Registered Nurse experience
Current and valid Registered Nurse License in the State of Arkansas
Excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, strong work ethic and accountability
Preferred Qualifications:
2 or more years of Registered Nurse experience
Current BLS
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.
The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Psychiatric Research Institute (PRI) consistently provides effective direct care to a variety of patients, will work as part of the interdisciplinary team, based on licensure, title and competencies. The RN seeks, as well as provides, feedback for improved clinical practice. The RN integrates theory and research into clinical practice. The RN provides leadership to members of the nursing team in order to maintain patient care standards. The RN works under the direct supervision of the Clinical Services Manager (CSM). Promotion is based on years of experience, satisfactory performance appraisals and recommendation by manager.
Employee must successfully complete a UAMS-sponsored conflict management training to identify, prevent, and mitigate disruptive behaviors using methods such as non-escalation, de-escalation, personal protection from physical assaults, and physical alternatives within six months of hire.
PRI Inpatient Units include the General Adult Inpatient Unit, the Women’s Inpatient Unit, the Child Diagnostic Unit, the off-campus Pulaski County Regional Crisis Stabilization Unit, and the Hospital-Based Interventional Psychiatry Clinic.
Employee must successfully complete a UAMS-sponsored conflict management training to identify, prevent, and mitigate disruptive behaviors using methods such as non-escalation, de-escalation, personal protection from physical assaults, and physical alternatives within six months of hire.
Responsibilities
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Collects and documents assessment data from patients and/or others per UAMS standard. Develops patient's Plan of Care (POC) per department/unit standards utilizing assessment data.
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Evaluates the progress of patients toward attainment of desired outcomes. Administers medication following department/unit standards and Nurse Practice Act.
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Verifies and evaluates care delivered to ensure it is consistent with patient and family centered care principles, practice standards and regulatory requirements. Effectively collaborates and communicates with nursing staff at all levels, interdisciplinary teams, executive leaders, and other stakeholders.
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Communicates care appropriately through documentation in the medical record. Reports variances in care/ systems/ processes through the appropriate means.
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Acts as a resource/support to others in the performance of duties. Demonstrates a commitment to the personal and professional development of other UAMS employees.
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Participates in recruitment/retention of staff. Facilitates development and implementation of nursing practice standards that are evidence-based and in compliance with ANA standards.
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Delegates care based on UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, specific job descriptions, scope of practice and individual level of education and training.
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Evaluates personal performance based on professional practice standards. Uses constructive feedback from peers and supervisors to improve practice and performance.
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Maintains clinical competencies specific to area of practice/ responsibility.
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May perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
Hear, Read, Concentrate, Think Analytically,
Stand, Walk, Talk, Use hands to touch, handle or feel,
Sit, Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop, reach overhead, Taste or Smell,
Lift/Carry Weight: 50 Lbs. or more
Push/Pull Weight: 50 Lbs. or more
Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility
Noise Level: Moderate
Visual Requirements: Near Visual Acuity, Far Visual Acuity, Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Peripheral Vision
Biological, Chemical, Electrical, Radiation, Sharp Objects/Tools, Dust, Fumes/Gases/Odors
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Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
What We Offer
~1 min readLocation & Eligibility
About this job
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- 2 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 14, 2026
- First seen
- October 14, 2026
- Last seen
- October 15, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 1
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 51%
- Scored at
- October 16, 2026
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