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Job description
Closing Date: 10/09/2026
Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Nursing
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift: Day Shift (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
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.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Department: ICE | NUSL Interventional Pain OP C
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct patient care to assigned patients. As a professional nurse, the nursing process is utilized in the provision of care. The RN practices within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas and adheres to institutional policies, procedures and standards.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate from an ASBN approved nursing program.
Associate Degree, Bachelor's in Nursing, Master's in Nursing, or Nursing Diploma.
Valid Registered Nurse license in the state of Arkansas.
1 year of direct RN Nursing Care experience.
Preferred Qualifications
2 years or more nursing experience
Current BLS.
Current ACLS for Procedural Area
Job Requirements
Assess patients before procedures by reviewing medical history, allergies, medications, laboratory results, and obtaining baseline vital signs.
Prepare patients for interventional pain procedures, including verifying informed consent and providing education regarding the procedure and post-procedure expectations.
Assist physicians during pain management procedures such as epidural steroid injections, nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablations, spinal cord stimulator trials, joint injections, and other image‑guided interventions.
Maintain sterile technique and prepare procedure rooms, equipment, medications, and supplies.
Administer medications, including moderate sedation (when credentialed), local anesthetics, IV medications, and emergency medications according to provider orders and organizational policy.
Continuously monitor patients during procedures for changes in vital signs, pain level, and potential complications.
Provide post‑procedure recovery care by monitoring patient status, managing discomfort, and assessing for adverse reactions or complications.
Deliver comprehensive discharge instructions regarding activity restrictions, medication management, wound care, follow‑up appointments, and signs requiring medical attention.
Coordinate patient scheduling, referrals, insurance authorizations, and continuity of care with providers and multidisciplinary teams.
Document assessments, nursing interventions, medications administered, procedural details, patient education, and outcomes accurately within the electronic health record (EHR).
Respond appropriately to medical emergencies using Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) protocols when required.
Maintain compliance with infection prevention standards, patient safety initiatives, and regulatory requirements.
Educate patients and family members regarding chronic pain conditions, treatment plans, and realistic expectations for pain management.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Stand: Frequently
Sit: Frequently
Walk: Occasionally
Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Frequently
Lift and carry weight: 25 lbs
Push and pull weight: 25 lbs
Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently
Talk: Continuously
Hear: Continuously
Taste or smell: Occasionally
Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously
Physical Environment
Inside Medical Facility Environment
Salary Information
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply
Proof of Veteran Status, Resume
Optional Documents
Proof of Veteran Status, Resume
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
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Worksite address
little rock, AR, 72208, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.