RN PRN - Orthopedic Clinics

Job Details

Closing Date: 05/14/2026

Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Nursing

Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Work Shift: Shift Vary (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

“This is a PRN position” Registered Nurse (RN) that will provide direct patient care. This professional nursing role will require the ability to coordinate care for patients, triage patients, and work collaboratively with clinic providers, fellows, and staff. Requires the ability to effectively work with patient referral sources, facilitate appointments, coordinate transitions of care, and provide patient education on complex conditions.

The RN will work with the individual patient, their families, and providers of care to develop and implement individual health plans.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

• Collects and documents assessment data from patients and/or others per UAMS standard.
• Develops patient’s Plan of Care per department/unit standards utilizing assessment data.
• Evaluates the progress of patients toward attainment of desired outcomes.
• Administers medication following department/unit standards and the Nurse Practice Act.
• Verifies and evaluates care delivered to ensure it is consistent with patient and family-centered care principles, practice standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Supports the integration of current evidence into nursing practices.
• Promotes an environment conducive to a positive educational experience for all students and staff.
• Provides effective patient/family education/discharge planning.
• Effectively collaborates and communicates with nursing staff at all levels, interdisciplinary teams, executive leaders, and other stakeholders.
• Communicates care appropriately through documentation in the medical record.
• Reports variances in care/systems/processes through the appropriate means.
• Participates in the recruitment/retention of staff.
• Facilitates the development and implementation of nursing practice standards that are evidence-based and in compliance with ANA standards.
• 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

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

Constant Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity: Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing

Occasional Physical Activity: Reaching

• 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

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, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, 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.