APRN-Pediatric Otolaryngology-ACH Jonesboro

APRN-Pediatric Otolaryngology-ACH Jonesboro

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Closing Date: 02/28/2026

Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Nursing

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift: Monday-Friday 8-4:30; no weekends, holidays, or nights

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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

Department: COM | Otolaryngology Nursing Services

Summary of

Job Duties:

The APRN is a skilled healthcare provider who has completed an educational program that provides specialized certification and is regulated by either the Arkansas State Board of Nursing or the Arkansas State Medical Board. An APRN/PA manifests a high level of expertise in assessing, diagnosing, and treating actual and potential health problems of pediatric patients and their families. An APRN/PA possesses an advanced knowledge level, skill, and competence in the provision of care to specific patient and family populations and serves across the care continuum as a clinical resource for patients, families, staff, and the community.

Position Location: ACH Campus in Jonesboro, Arkansas.

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program with at least a Master’s in Nursing.
• National Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. May have a certification as a Pediatric Nurse practitioner in either acute or primary care.

• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).

• Provide direct clinical services for patients according to established protocols and utilizing evidence-based clinical practice standards in collaboration with a physician.
• Obtain patient health histories, complete physical examinations, and interpret hemodynamic data.
• Document pertinent normal and abnormal findings. Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests.
• Formulate and implement a treatment plan for the management of acute and chronic illnesses in collaboration with the physician.
• Document in medical records appropriately.
• Provide family-centered care to meet the child’s health care needs.
• Utilize current research and evidence-based decision‑making in all clinical practice.
• Participate in staff education and educate other APRN/PA students, residents, and/or fellows.
• Provide leadership and professional interaction within your team or to team members.
• Coordinate with families the care and progress of their child in person, by telephone, or by email as appropriate.
• Communicate with others with mutual respect and professional demeanor.
• Adhere to all standard policies and procedures.
• Participate in QI or research projects as deemed necessary by your department.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Commensurate with education and experience.

• License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission)
• List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
• Resume

• Proof of Veteran Status

Contact: ask recruitment for recruiting related questions.

No Background Check Required. 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.