Registered Nurse

Position Details

Posting End Date: 03/06/26

Position Number:
County: Washington
City: Fayetteville
Division: Division of Local Public Health – Washington County Local Public Health Unit

Address: 4815 W Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72205

Classification: Registered Nurse
Job Series: Nurses – Career-path
Class Code: MNU
06P
Pay Grade: MED
05
Salary Range: $75,245 - $111,363

• Frequent state and regional travel to work in other Local Health Clinics required. Occasional out-of-state travel may be required for training purposes. Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Occasional work outside of standard business hours may be required.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience working with Electronic Health Records preferred.
• Experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred.
• Exposure to environmental hazards may occur.

To protect and improve the health and well‑being of all Arkansans.

Registered Nurses (RNs) provide direct patient care in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and community health programs. RNs assess patient health, develop care plans, administer treatments, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to deliver high‑quality care.

• Assess patient health, monitor vital signs, and document patient progress.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with medical orders.
• Develop, implement, and update patient care plans.
• Educate patients and families on health conditions and wellness practices.
• Participate in multidisciplinary care teams to plan and implement care strategies.
• Maintain accurate patient records and comply with health regulations.

• Knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to perform physical assessments and recognize changes in patient condition.
• Proficiency in administering medications and treatments safely.
• Strong communication skills for patient interaction and team collaboration.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast‑paced environment.

Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Arkansas.

Other job related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the Qualifications Review Committee.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.