Rn - Behavioral Health Service Line - Child Diagnostic Unit

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience
On-site
Behavioral health service line
Child diagnostic unit
Interdisciplinary team collaboration
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for their Behavioral Health Service Line, specifically in the Child Diagnostic Unit. The ideal candidate will have a nursing degree, valid Arkansas RN license, and at least one year of nursing experience, preferably with child/adolescent psychiatric care

Job Summary

  • The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Behavioral Health Service Line (BHSL) Child Diagnostic Unit (CDU) consistently provides effective direct care to a variety of patients, will work as part of the interdisciplinary team, based on licensure, title and competencies.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks including Health, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Education discount, Retirement match, and Basic Life Insurance.
  • Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for their Behavioral Health Service Line, specifically in the Child Diagnostic Unit. The ideal candidate will have a nursing degree, valid Arkansas RN license, and at least one year of nursing experience, preferably with child/adolescent psychiatric care.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Behavioral health service line
  • Child diagnostic unit
  • Interdisciplinary team collaboration
  • Patient assessment and care planning
  • Medication administration
  • Patient and family education
  • Conflict management training

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative & Proactive Solutions philosophy
  • Positive work environment contribution
  • Mentoring and support for team members

Key Requirements

  • Associate's Degree in Nursing or higher
  • Minimum 1 year of Registered Nurse experience
  • Current and valid Registered Nurse license in Arkansas
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Basic computer skills
  • Strong work ethic and accountability
  • Current BLS (preferred)
  • 2 or more years of RN experience (preferred)
  • Previous child/adolescent psychiatric experience (preferred)

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter