LPN (El Dorado, AR

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at UAMS Family Medical Center

We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at UAMS Family Medical Center in El Dorado, AR! This is your chance to make a real difference by providing personalized, compassionate care to patients and their families. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a vibrant, supportive environment where innovation and patient-centered approaches thrive. As an LPN, you will play a key role in assessing patient needs, administering medications, and facilitating seamless communication between patients and healthcare providers.

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, you'll work directly with patients and their families to develop and implement tailored health plans. Your responsibilities include triage, assessment, planning, patient education
-whether by phone or in-clinic- and ensuring high-quality care at every step. We're looking for someone who is compassionate, detail-oriented, and energized by delivering exceptional care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you're ready to contribute to a team dedicated to excellence in family medicine, we want to hear from you. Join us at UAMS and enjoy a fulfilling career where your skills help transform lives!

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

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 ask recruitment.

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

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School, GED or formal educational equivalent.
• Current and valid LPN license by the State of Arkansas and a Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• One (1) year of clinical nursing experience or will consider a new grad with a current license and one year of previous medical experience (MA, PCT, CNA).
• Current BLS certification or must successfully obtain certification within the first 30 days of employment.
• Must have strong organizational skills and computer knowledge.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Immunization experience.
• CPR certification.
• Ambulatory experience.
• EPIC experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong clinical expertise and technique.
• Working knowledge of data processing equipment, basic medical terminology, and applications.
• Attention to communication, oral, written, and persuasive.
• Must be able to build collaborative relationships.
• Possess personal credibility.
• Ability to make independent judgments that have highly significant impacts on the organization.
• Ability to provide motivational support to an area of responsibility.
• Strong customer service orientation, patient advocacy, and patient education skills.
• Must have strong organizational skills and computer knowledge.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Professional and courteous telephone etiquette.
• General knowledge of office machines, including printers, fax machines, etc.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct patient care within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act of the…