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Closing Date:

01/12/2025

Type of Position:

Administration - Outreach

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

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.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). 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.

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.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at

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.

Department:

COM | IDHI Stroke Education Program

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

There is routine in-state travel with some overnight stays required for this position.


The Nurse Educator position works under the direction of the UAMS IDHI Stroke Program Director of Operations and is responsible to provide leadership in the area of emergency department management of patients with acute medical conditions such as acute ischemic stroke through the use of telemedicine. The successful applicant must have a full understanding of evidence-based treatment practices related to specific acute patient conditions and must have a full understanding of the use of telemedicine and population based care in order to increase access to care for rural areas of the state.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with Associates Degree or Nursing Diploma plus seven (7) years of experience as an educator/instructor or RN experience or

• Bachelors in Nursing and RN License plus five (5) years of experience as an educator/instructor or RN experience required.

• Arkansas RN License, CPR certification.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proficient in Microsoft office software including excel, word, and PPT.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook email/calendar and electronic medical record software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with primary or comprehensive stroke center care.

• Clinical experience specific to stroke care or experience working with hospitals to implement and maintain a patient care service.

• Specialized certifications in ED, stroke or other nursing specialty.

• Advanced skill with data analytics software.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Provides clinical support to ensure that hospital emergency department staff are successful in treating acute ischemic stroke.

• Ensures the IDHI Stroke Program clinical protocols are kept up with best practices.

• Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of the IDHI Stroke Program and develop solutions within assigned IDHI Stroke Program hospitals and telemedicine facilities.

• Utilizes an interdisciplinary approach to guide the ED physicians and care teams on the care of stroke patients that is family and patient-centered.

• Participates in formal quality, performance improvement, and research projects annually or as needed.

• Consult directly with the IDHI Stroke Program Director of Operations and the Assistant Director.

• Participates in outreach activities for the UAMS IDHI Stroke Program.

• Conducts quality reviews of live tele-stroke consults and provides feedback to the hospital Nurse Facilitator for areas of improvement within the consult including the NIHSS assessment and the administration of alteplase.

• Provides leadership to hospital management and care team providers through appropriate means when corrective actions are required.

• Assist assigned hospitals with required community outreach initiatives when needed.

• Maintains the IDHI Stroke Program training and clinical protocols keeping all current with best practices.

• Evaluate the program to address identified deficiencies/learning needs within the IDHI Stroke Program hospital, and telemedicine facilities.

• Understands and assures the use of appropriate IDHI Stroke Program clinical education program initiatives and imparts this knowledge to hospital faculty/staff across Arkansas as appropriate.

• Identifies barriers or concerns that interfere with the learning process and suggests alternatives for a resolution.

• Takes a proactive approach towards hospitals and agencies.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, Letters of Recommendation, License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of five Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

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

UASYS

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.

Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Visa sponsorship, Shift work, Night shift,

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