RN - Neurology​/Neurosurgery; H8

RN – Neurology/Neurosurgery (H8)

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS)

Closing Date: 02/19/2026

Position Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Full‑time, Shift Varies
Sponsorship Available:
No

The Registered Nurse provides patient care to assigned patients in the H8 Neuroscience Progressive Care Unit (NPCU), a 30‑bed unit specializing in neurological and neurosurgical diagnoses. The NPCU is part of UAMS’ Critical Care Division and works closely with the Neurocritical Care area. UAMS is a Comprehensive Stroke Certified Center, Level 4 Epilepsy Center, and recipient of the 2022 Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award.

• Pre and post‑op care for procedures, including craniotomy, spinal decompression, deep brain stimulation (DBS), surgical EEG, and care of TBI
• Neurological care for stroke, epilepsy, Parkinson’s and movement disorders, multiple sclerosis, ALS & neuromuscular disease

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate, Diploma, BSN or MSN)
• Valid RN license
• One year of registered nursing experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Strong work ethics and accountability

• National certification (e.g., SCRN, CNRN)
• BSN or MSN degree
• Two or more years of nursing experience
• Minimum one year in an acute care setting such as a teaching hospital
• Cardiac experience a plus

• Collects and documents assessment data
• Develops a Plan of Care (POC) per standard
• Implements POC including medical orders and interdisciplinary approach
• Evaluates patient progress toward desired outcomes
• Provides effective patient/family education and discharge planning
• Administers medication per standard and provides drug information to patients/families
• Acts as a resource/supports others; delivers patient care using the principles of the defined nursing modality
• Delegates care based on UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, job description and individual education and training levels
• Contributes to a positive work environment conducive to clinical education while serving as a resource for student nurses and staff
• Other duties as assigned

• Must be able to don PPE including N95 masks, PAPR or CAPR
• Lift/Carry weight: 100 lbs. or more
• Push/Pull weight: 100 lbs. or more
• Noise level:
  Moderate
• Physical environment:
  Inside medical facility

• License or Certificate
• List of three professional references (name, email, business title)
• Resume

• Proof of veteran status

Commensurate with education and experience

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans (staff and family)
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement:
  Up to 10% matched contribution
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000
• Career training and educational opportunities
• Merchant discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on main campus via UAMS pharmacy

UAMS is an equal opportunity institution. The university does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. UAMS follows Title IX and complies with all federal and state anti‑discrimination laws.