APRN

University of Arkansas System

. Provide direct clinical services for patients according to established protocols and utilizing evidence-based clinical practice standards in collaboration with a physician .

Posted 9/23/2026part-timeLittle Rock • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing direct clinical services, including patient assessments, treatment planning, and evidence-based decision-making. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for collaborating with healthcare teams and families.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse CertificationMaster's Degree in NursingPediatric Nurse Practitioner CertificationClinical Patient AssessmentEvidence-Based Clinical Practice

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Hard Skills

Patient Health History AssessmentPhysical ExaminationHemodynamic Data InterpretationDiagnostic Test OrderingTreatment Plan FormulationMedical Record DocumentationFamily-Centered CareQuality Improvement ParticipationResearch Project Involvement

Soft Skills

LeadershipProfessional CommunicationCollaborationMutual Respect

Certifications & Qualifications

National Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered NursePediatric Nurse Practitioner CertificationNeonatal Nurse Practitioner Certification

Industry Keywords

Evidence-Based PracticeClinical ProtocolsAcute CarePrimary CarePatient Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide direct clinical services for patients according to established protocols and utilizing evidence-based clinical practice standards in collaboration with a physician
Obtain patient health histories, complete physical examinations, and interpret hemodynamic data
Document pertinent normal and abnormal findings
Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests
Formulate and implement a treatment plan for the management of acute and chronic illnesses in collaboration with the physician
Document in medical records appropriately
Provide family-centered care to meet the child’s health care needs
Utilize current research and evidence-based decision-making in all clinical practice
Participate in staff education, and educate other APRN/PA students, residents, and/or fellows
Provide leadership and professional interaction within your team or to team members
Coordinate with families the care and progress of their child in person, by telephone, or by email as appropriate
Communicate with others with mutual respect and professional demeanor
Adhere to all standard policies and procedures
Participate in QI or research projects as deemed necessary by your department
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate from an accredited nursing program with at least a Master’s in Nursing
National Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the specialty of Acute or Primary Care
May have a certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in either acute or primary care, although primary care is preferred
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
Criminal Background Check
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification)

Benefits

Comp & perks

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