RN-Charge Nurse Smith, AR

Clinical Staff - Nursing

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team as a Charge Nurse at our Fort Smith Family Medical Center. As the Charge Nurse, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of the highest quality Patient and Family-Centered Care within the clinic. You will oversee the nursing and clinical team, manage the patient flow processes, and promote wellness, improved outcomes, and self-care among a defined patient population.

Additionally, you will play a crucial role in providing support, education, and assistance to patients who have chronic conditions, helping them prevent and maintain their health. As the Charge Nurse the individual will work with the CSM in the daily operations and supervision of the clinic and staff. Join us at UAMS and enjoy a fulfilling career where your skills help transform lives.

Grow professionally in a team that values collaboration, innovation, and compassionate care.

Closing Date: 09/05/2026

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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

Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply:
License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Resume

Optional Documents:
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact ask recruitment for any recruiting related questions. All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site  Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Substance Abuse Testing. 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.

Constant Physical Activity:
Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:
Balancing, Crouching, Kneeling, Pushing, Stooping

Occasional Physical Activity:
Crawling, Crouching

Benefits Eligible:
Yes