APRN​/PA - SUSL Trauma Surgery

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Trauma Surgery Team

The Trauma Surgery Team is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)/Physician Assistant (PA) to join our dynamic inpatient trauma service. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with trauma surgeons, residents, other APRN/Physician Assistant, and the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care to adult trauma patients. This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, collaborative, and highly respected trauma team at the only adult Level I Trauma Center in Arkansas.

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:

• APRN: Master's degree in nursing, Three (3) years of nursing experience, Acute Care Certification, Licensed Registered Nurse in Arkansas, APRN License
• PA: Master's Education, PA Licensure

Responsibilities:

• Participate in daily inpatient rounds on trauma and acute care surgery patients, including assessment, plan development, documentation, and coordination of care
• Respond promptly to trauma activations and assist in initial patient evaluation and resuscitation in collaboration with the trauma team
• Provide follow-up care and support discharge planning to ensure safe and effective patient transitions
• Staff a weekly outpatient follow-up clinic for trauma and surgical patients
• Collaborate with case management, nursing, therapy, and other disciplines to optimize patient outcomes
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, data collection, and process improvement projects to support program goals and patient safety
• Attend and contribute to trauma education and multidisciplinary conferences, including morbidity and mortality reviews, trauma performance improvement, and continuing education sessions
• Support clinical education of students, residents, or other learners as appropriate
• The APRN/PA will manage health issues for patients, independently or in collaboration with the designated physicians. Other duties may be assigned to expand and improve patient care.
• The APRN/PA will be expected to provide comprehensive health assessments, determine diagnoses, implement treatment plans, prescribe medical treatments, and manage health issues for patients in collaboration with the designated physician(s).
• The APRN/PA will work autonomously as well as in collaboration with a variety of medical professionals.
• The APRN/PA will extend the patient care and administrative services of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences physicians in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• The APRN/PA will work autonomously, as well as in collaboration with a variety of individuals to diagnose and manage patients' health care problems, and will serve as a health care resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate.
• The APRN/PA will also coordinate the multidisciplinary care of patients, facilitating all necessary consults, assuring that care is timely and appropriate. Other duties as assigned

Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:
License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:
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:
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.

Benefits Eligible:
Yes