Nurse Educator (Helena)

Closing Date:

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with an associate degree with seven (7) years of experience as an educator/instructor or RN experience OR BSN in Nursing plus five (5) years' experience as an educator/instructor or RN.
• One (1) year of experience in a clinical environment.
• Valid Arkansas Registered Nursing license.
• Current BLS certification OR must successfully obtain certification within the first thirty (30) days of employment.
• A valid AR driver's license is required with current automobile insurance and a reliable car for moderate travel to LR occasionally and to surrounding communities (mileage reimbursed at the current state mileage reimbursement rate) if a state vehicle is not available-occasional out-of-state travel.
• A personal working cell phone is required.
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish rapport with diverse populations
• Proficiency in program management software and electronic health records systems.
• Ability to evaluate and assess health risks.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of community health principles and evidence-based practices
• Knowledge of care coordination and service navigation.
• Ability to deliver health education and engage in community education activities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and address barriers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experienced in providing health education and engaging in community education.
• EPIC Experience
• Bilingual
• Maternal Health or women's health experience

Additional Information:

Key Responsibilities:
Mobile Health Clinic Obligations:

• Prepares patients for clinic visits by obtaining vitals and entering data into the EHR; accompanying patients to assigned exam rooms; obtaining patients HPI; updating active problems and medication lists; and updating allergies and past surgical and medical history.
• Communicates summary of reason for patient's visit to provider.
• Gathers and places supplies and instruments appropriate for anticipated exams and/or procedures, based on stated reason for appointment or information gleaned during the intake.
• Assists the provider with patient care.
• Administer medications and vaccines per protocol or as ordered by the provider and perform point-of-care testing.
• Reinforces patient education and instructions at the conclusion of thevisit.
• Assists patient in scheduling follow-up appointments.
• Assists patients with scheduling appointments with outside providers when anoutgoing referral is ordered.
• Exhibits competency with professional nursing skills and EHR documentation.
• Exhibits professionalism by maintaining a positive working relationship with patients, providers, and employees.
• Assists with cleaning, stocking, preparation, and driving of mobile health units.

Develops and manages relationships with program participants and community stakeholders.

• Coordinates communication with community stakeholders. Works with program managers to develop and deliver appropriate outreach and communication for projects.
• Responsible for relationship building and management with external partners.
• Frequently track and report on program deliverables through effective utilization of program management software.
• Identifies barriers and utilizes good problem-solving skills to address issues that arise in regard to participant relationships, ensuring all program objectives are met and data collection processes and procedures are followed.
• Inform program and clinic decisions as related to culturally adapting services to the black/ AA and Hispanic communities

May perform other duties as assigned

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

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.