RN - H7 Medical Oncology - Night Shift

Closing Date

08/24/2026

Regular

Night Shift (United States of America)

No

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Yes

• 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

This posting will be used to fill multiple positions. Shift: Nights.

The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care to assigned patients in Medical Oncology/Family Medicine (H7). This unit has 30 private rooms and provides state‑of‑the‑art therapies to a wide range of medical oncology patients and family medicine patients. The RN develops skills in chemotherapy and biotherapy administration, management of IV central access devices, symptom management, emotional support, and palliative care. The area offers learning in all areas of medical‑surgical nursing.

An interdisciplinary team supports patients in their therapies.

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with Associate’s Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelor’s in Nursing, or Master’s in Nursing.
• Valid RN License.
• 1 year of Registered Nursing experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong work ethics and accountability.

Preferred

• BSN or MSN.
• 2 or more years of nursing experience with a minimum of 1 year in an acute care setting such as a teaching hospital.
• 1 year or more of Oncology RN experience.
• National Certification.

• Adhere to the standard of care defined by UAMS, ANA, and specialty patient population standards.
• Collect and document assessment data.
• Develop a Plan of Care per standard and implement it, including medical orders and interdisciplinary care.
• Evaluate patient progress toward desired outcomes and provide effective education and discharge planning.
• Administer medication per standard, including drug information to patients and families.
• Act as a resource/supporter to others.
• Deliver patient care using the principles of the defined nursing modality.
• Delegate care based on UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, specific job description, and individual education and training.
• Contribute to a positive work environment conducive to clinical education and serve as a resource for student nurses and staff.
• Perform any other duties assigned.

• Constant Physical Activity:
  Hear, Read, Concentrate, Think Analytically.
• Frequent Physical Activity:
  Stand, Walk, Talk, Use hands to touch, handle or feel.
• Occasional Physical Activity:
  Sit, Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop, reach overhead, Taste or Smell.
• Lift/Carry Weight: 100 lbs. or more.
• Push/Pull Weight: 100 lbs. or more.
• Physical Environment:
  Inside Medical Facility Environment.
• Noise Level: Moderate.

Commensurate with education and experience.

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

• Proof of Veteran Status.

Pre‑employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, education verification) is required. Criminal convictions or arrests pending adjudication do not automatically disqualify applicants, but will be evaluated in relation to job responsibilities and business necessity.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Recruitment: ask recruitment