Rn - Bhsl Northwest Arkansas Clinic

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Fayetteville, AR, USA
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Direct patient care in behavioral health setting
Triage and handle crisis calls
Clinical assessment for initial call backs
The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care to assigned patients in the Behavioral Health Service Line Northwest Arkansas Clinic

Job Summary

  • The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care to assigned patients in the Behavioral Health Service Line Northwest Arkansas Clinic.
  • Primary duties include triaging patient urgency, handling crisis calls, and answering medication questions in collaboration with physicians.
  • The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences offers benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, retirement matching up to 10%, and education discounts.

Matching Summary

The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care to assigned patients in the Behavioral Health Service Line Northwest Arkansas Clinic.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement match up to 10%

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct patient care in behavioral health setting
  • Triage and handle crisis calls
  • Clinical assessment for initial call backs
  • Review lab work and present exceptions
  • Familiarity with psychiatric medication interactions

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication and time management skills
  • Ability to prioritize and work autonomously
  • Experience working with psychiatric patients
  • Good organizational skills for clinical duties

Key Requirements

  • Graduate of accredited nursing program (ADN, Diploma, BSN, or MSN)
  • Minimum one year of Registered Nurse experience
  • Current and valid Arkansas Registered Nurse License
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States
  • Complete UAMS-sponsored conflict management training within six months

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the US

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