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University of Arkansas System

LPN – Outpatient

University of Arkansas System

. Provide direct patient care within the Nurse Practice Act, UAMS policies, and standards .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeFort Smith • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong clinical knowledge and technique in providing direct patient care, including administering medications and monitoring vital signs. Capable of building collaborative relationships and advocating for patients while adhering to UAMS policies and standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Licensed Practical Nurse LicenseClinical Nursing ExperiencePatient Advocacy SkillsCPR CertificationBasic Medical Terminology Knowledge

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Hard Skills
Patient CareMedication AdministrationIV Fluid InitiationSpecimen CollectionRoutine Lab PerformanceVital Signs MonitoringPatient Condition DocumentationIntake and Output RecordingClinical AssessmentNursing Care Planning
Soft Skills
Oral CommunicationWritten CommunicationPersuasive CommunicationCustomer Service OrientationCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Office MachinesPrintersFax MachinesScannersComputer Skills
Certifications & Qualifications
Current CPR CertificationAnnual TB ScreeningCriminal Background CheckSubstance Abuse Testing
Industry Keywords
Nurse Practice ActUAMS PoliciesFamily Medicine EnvironmentPatient EducationOrganizational Impact

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide direct patient care within the Nurse Practice Act, UAMS policies, and standards
  • Contribute to assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care for a select group of patients
  • Monitor and document changes in patient conditions and vital signs
  • Provide basic care, administer prescribed medications, and start IV fluids
  • Assist with mobility and daily activities; supervise nurses’ aides
  • Collect specimens and perform routine labs; record intake and output
  • Maintain room safety and cleanliness and manage supplies and equipment
  • Uphold UAMS core values while delivering patient care in a family medicine environment

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • High School, GED, or formal educational equivalent
  • Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program
  • One (1) year of work experience in clinical nursing
  • Current Arkansas Licensed Practical Nurse license
  • Current CPR certification
  • Strong clinical knowledge and technique
  • Knowledge of basic medical terminology required
  • Strong patient advocacy and patient education skills
  • Oral, written, and persuasive communication skills
  • Ability to build collaborative relationships
  • Ability to make independent judgments with highly significant organizational impacts
  • Strong customer service orientation
  • Intermediate computer skills
  • Professional and courteous telephone etiquette
  • General knowledge of office machines, including printers, fax machines, and scanners
  • Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
  • Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, and Substance Abuse Testing

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • 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