APRN/PA - CVSL Mechanical Circulatory Support Job Listing at UAMS in Little Rock, AR (Job ID R0069723-2)

Description

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Closing Date:

05/03/2025
Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Nursing
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift: Shift Vary (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

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

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. 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.

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Department: ICE | CVSL Mid-Levels IP C

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties: A Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) APRN/PA is a highly skilled professional who manages the care of critically ill patients who require MCS.

An Advanced Practice Registered Nurse OR a Physician Assistant will additionally assist the CVICU physicians and MCS-affiliated physicians in the cardiovascular intensive care unit/procedural areas (including, but not limited to, cardiac catheterization/structural/EP labs and OR). APRN/PA will be responsible for rounding on assigned service, managing care of inpatients and outpatients, prescribing medications and treatments as indicated, ordering testing as indicated, and interpreting results of diagnostic testing as indicated. APRN/PA must have a high level of expertise to perform assessments/diagnosis/treatment of actual/potential problems of patients.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

APRN:

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with a Master's in Nursing,

• National certification as an APRN (Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Required)

• Valid Licenses as a Registered Nurse and APRN by the State of Arkansas

PA:

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program and certification through NCCPA.

• Valid license as a PA by the State of Arkansas​

PLUS:

• 3 years of experience in a cardiac/critical care setting

• 2 years of direct ECMO experience

• Prescriptive authority and a DEA license must be obtained after hire

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Extend the patient care and administrative services of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences physicians.

• Provide comprehensive health assessments, determine diagnoses, implement treatment plans, prescribe medical treatments, and manage health issues for patients in collaboration with multiple physicians

• 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.

• 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:

Curriculum Vitae, 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 askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

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. 

Constant Physical Activity: Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity: Feeling, Grasping, N/A, Standing
Occasional Physical Activity: Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Sitting
Benefits Eligible: Yes

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